…idea of nutrient management has been become even more important with increasing regulations related to nitrate levels in groundwater. Cooperation between water agencies and CDFA has helped to provide better…
Another Increase in Irrigated Lands Regulatory Fees
…is to address nitrate contamination in groundwater. “They recently passed an 11.7 percent increase on your irrigated lands regulatory fees that you pay through your water quality districts and water…
Western View: Will California Take Over PG&E?
…too many times recently. These are the same folks that take our irrigation water to flush out the Bay. For years we were told it was to save a fish….
Incubator Farm to Help Develop New Agronomic Strategies
…expand the understanding of the relationship between nutrition, water, soil, environment, and technology. “The incubator farm is basically a manifestation of our ‘My Almonds’ crop program and so at its…
74th Annual CARCD Conference to Highlight Timely Issues
…health, water management, and improving the relevance and visibility of RCD’s. The CARCD conference also celebrates the longstanding partnership between RCD’s and the USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service. Student finalists…
Enhancing Your Landscape with Garden Stones
…water features such as a man-made pond or fountain. If you want your garden stones to look in place in your yard, you’ll need to stick with your home’s aesthetic…
Domestic Hemp Production Program Becoming Official
…USDA programs, including loans, crop insurance, disaster assistance, and conservation programs,” said Bill Northey, Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation. As part of the rule, USDA has also developed…
Realizing the Conservation Benefits of Precision Agriculture
The House Agriculture Committee recently held a hearing focused on realizing the conservation benefits of precision agriculture. Vice President and General Manager of TerraNova Ranch, Don Cameron spoke to the…
Roasting Pumpkin Seeds for Health Benefits
…insides. Use a colander and rinse the seeds under cold water. This makes it easier to pull the pulp strings off the seeds. Don’t worry if you can’t get all the…
Voting Begins for 2019 FSA County Committee Elections
…help FSA make important decisions on its commodity support programs, conservation programs, indemnity and disaster programs, and emergency programs and eligibility. Producers must participate or cooperate in an FSA program…
Orchard Recycling Getting Closer to Financial Assistance
…Soils Incentives Program. U.C. Cooperative Extension’s Brent Holtz has been researching the practice for over a decade and said the benefits include increased nutrients, water holding capacity, and of course,…
California Dairy Farmers on Track to Meet Methane Reduction Goal
…practices. By aggressively reducing methane and continuing to do more using less water, fossil fuel and energy, we will continue to meet challenges and ensure the availability of sustainable and…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-28-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the recent updated biological opinions impacting water management south…
Stopping Weeds from Taking Over Your Garden
…cardboard to stop weeds. It’s perfect for smaller areas and spots you’re preparing for ground cover. Boiling water and then pouring over weeds works, too. It’s a perfect method for…