…which will be on display all week. The celebration is meant as a way to highlight the fact that California’s soils help feed the world, conserve water, improve air quality,…
Christmas Tree Planting After the Holidays
…the tree. Another option is to keep the tree in its container or sack until the spring thaw. Just make sure to give the tree some water and that the…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 11-29-19
…labor pressures in American agriculture and how Yara is simplifying smart agtech with a farm water advisor app. Tune in to the show for these news stories more. Danielle Leal…
Choosing and Caring for a Living Christmas Tree
…Consider using LED lights because they’ll stay cool and won’t dry out the tree. Carefully monitor the tree’s water level. Don’t let your tree become too dry or too wet….
Making a Quick Compost Using Autumn Leaves
…the temperatures necessary for quick composting. In reality, it’s better to actually make heaps larger than this, closer to two cubic yards. Layer the green and brown components, and water…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 11-27-19
…the Salinas area, state officials trying to find a way around the federal plans for California water and find out who will be the keynote speakers at the Almond Board…
USDA Announces Awards to Put Conservation Innovation to Work on U.S. Farms
…on farmland. The funding is provided through On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials (On-Farm Trials), a new component of the Conservation Innovation Grants first authorized in the 2018 Farm Bill. “The Conservation…
State Officials Move to Circumvent Federal Plans for California Water
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has released its draft Environmental Impact Report for the long-term operations of the State Water Project (SWP). The announcement was made at the…
Plants Best at Repelling Mosquitoes
…the smell repulsive. Basil is actually toxic to mosquito larvae, so put one or two plants near the areas that typically have standing water to stop mosquitoes from laying eggs. …
USDA Issues Second Tranche of Market Facilitation Program
…AGI is derived from farming, ranching, or forestry related activities. Applicants must also comply with the provisions of the Highly Erodible Land and Wetland Conservation regulations. Many producers were affected…
Best Organic Weed Control Methods
…using organic weed methods, there is no risk of contaminating soil or nearby water sources. There’s no risk of damage to nearby plants. And, no risk to bees and other…
Attracting Wildlife to Your Garden
…wildlife climbers are the clematis and roses. Add a water feature such as a pond, or even something as simple as a washing-up bowl filled with rainwater. Feeding birds is…
Homemade Pesticides That Really Work
…3 cups of freshly picked mint leaves, 3 heads of garlic with cloves separated and peeled, 12 cups of water, 2 teaspoons of cayenne pepper, and a teaspoon of biodegradable…
Managing Chicken Bullying in Your Flock
…provide them with plenty of water – you’ll also need to provide a nurturing environment that will them grow and thrive. Like kids, chickens can sometimes have a tendency to…