(USDA/NRCS) — USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is awarding about $12.5 million in grants to support the development of innovative systems and technologies for private lands conservation. The funding…
Things to Know About Growing Christmas Cactus
…are neither toxic nor harmful to your furry friends. Christmas Cacti. Water as soon as the top inch of the soil feels dry. Soak the plant until water is running…
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Technology and Food Safety, Part 2
…the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act and how it differs in the Salinas Valley, and some of the critical water issues producers in Monterey County are experiencing. She also touches on…
Winter Mulching – Why and How to Do it Right
…it helps to conserve water in the soil. The ideal choice for winter mulching is anything that is loose and insulating. Whatever mulch you decide to use, it needs to…
How to Build an Herb Spiral in Your Garden
…your spiral up with soil. Bagged potting soil is the easiest way to go. Adding a couple of inches of hardwood mulch will also help preserve water and protect roots…
Latino Farmers Get Program Support, Networking Opportunity
…hundreds in attendance. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the National Center for Appropriate Technology put on the event. NRCS California Director Carlos Suarez talks about the goal of…
Sign Up Period for Conservation Reserve Program Open Through February
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue has announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture opened the sign up period for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) with the deadline to apply for general…
USDA Extends Deadlines for Dairy Margin Coverage, Market Facilitation Programs
…complicated by wet and cold weather,” said Bill Northey, USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation. “Because some of our producers are still in the field, time to conduct…
Almond Board Fueling Farm of the Future
…of $678,000. Since 1982, California almond farmers have committed $8.1 million dollars to 221 different water research projects spanning irrigation efficiency, groundwater recharge and water quality. Together this investment has…
Voluntary Agreements Remain Viable for California Water
…approach.” The prospect of collaboration between water agencies and water users has endured several setbacks, including the minimum flow decision for the Bay-Delta Water Quality Control Plan. Nonetheless, Governor Newsom…
Louis L’Amour’s Lost Treasures Released
…another. Each book was historically and geographically accurate – if he wrote about a stream in the mountains, you knew it was there and the water was good to drink….
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Technology and Food Safety, Part 1
…importance of new innovations that simplify groundwater and surface water management, which she will dive deeper into during the next episode of Voices of the Valley. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
USDA to Open Signup for Conservation Reserve Program December 9
…control soil erosion, improve water quality and develop wildlife habitat on marginally productive agricultural lands. “The Conservation Reserve Program is one of our nation’s largest conservation endeavors and a critical…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 12-04-19
…should take as the weather changes, support for water management and the USMCA. Tune in to the show for these news stories and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News…