…to SGMA, why the legislation was passed, and issues to avoid. The second video presents information about local water management under SGMA and how Groundwater Sustainability Agencies are creating Groundwater…
Leafy Greens Safety Remains Priority as Fall Production Moves to AZ
…have a traceability system in place. More rigorous water standards that were approved in 2019 are also being implemented by industry members and enforced by inspecting bodies. Farmers in California…
Farmers.gov Update Enables More Business to Be Conducted Online
Another update to the farmers.gov online resource will now allow users to conduct more business with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Any farmers and…
Week in Review: Smoke Challenges for Winegrapes, Warming Temperatures to Change CA Production
…impacts on California crop production over the next 20 years. UC Cooperative Extension and the Colusa Research Conservation District have launched an online resource focused on soil health. Federal agencies…
Agricultural Air Quality Research Task Force Seeks Nominations
…may also nominate themselves. “The Task Force is another example of USDA’s continued commitment to developing science-based solutions and conservation measures that not only reduce the agriculture industry’s environmental impact…
Dealing with a Prolific Garden Pest: Leafhoppers
…strong spray of water in the morning will wash them away. And, when plants are healthy and strong they are most likely to resist these little critters. Listen to Cathy…
Almond Update: Irrigation Research Plans For Future of Water Management
It’s safe to assume that growers will rely more and more on artificial intelligence for their water needs as the industry pushes towards the year 2025. The Almond Board of…
Trump, Biden Outline Agricultural Priorities
…on his first-term accomplishments. He pledges a science-based approach to regulation going forward. He commits to addressing the “rural/urban divide” and emphasizes support for voluntary conservation programs. Former Vice President…
Drought-Tolerant Plants that are Hard to Kill
…weeks and is a very drought-tolerant plant. Aloe is also an easy-care indoor plant that doesn’t need much water so you can let the soil dry out between watering. Same…
Making Sure Potted Plants Stay Hydrated While Vacationing
…in the ground will usually be fine for a week or so without watering, especially if there’s some rain in the forecast. But because containers have limited space for holding…
UC Cooperative Extension and Colusa RCD launch ‘Soil Health Connection’
University of California Cooperative Extension and the Colusa County Resource Conservation District announce the launch of the Soil Health Connection, an informative outreach YouTube channel. The channel hosts virtual discussions and interviews with leading…
USDA Revises Conservation Provisions for Highly Erodible Lands and Wetlands
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has published the final rule updating certain conservation provisions. The final rule that was published recently provides updates on…
USDA Offers Disaster Assistance to California Farmers and Livestock Producers Impacted by Wildfires
…to assist impacted producers. Assistance for Communities Additional NRCS programs include the Emergency Watershed Protection (EWP) program, which provides assistance to local government sponsors with the cost of addressing watershed impairments or…
Proper Way to Fertilize Your Orchids
…plants regularly with a 20-20-20 fertilizer with little to no urea. Another recommendation is to fertilize with quarter-strength, water-soluble fertilizer each time you water your plant. That means use just…