…with water and apply it to the stung area. It helps soothe your discomfort. Leave the paste on for at least 15 minutes at a time and reapply as needed….
USDA Resources Available for Farmers Hurt by 2018, 2019 Disasters
…addition, the Emergency Conservation Program provides funding and technical assistance for farmers and ranchers to rehabilitate farmland damaged by natural disasters and help put in place methods for water conservation during severe…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 09-09-19
…Affairs Ted McKinney recent comments on trade, a study that found conservation cover to be economically beneficial for almond orchards and how prior work set California strawberries up for international…
Keeping Plants Healthy with Foliar Feeding
…over traditional soil-based feeding regimes. Essentially, this method is mostly used in fruit and vegetable production, where water-dissolved fertilizers are sprayed directly onto the leaves. The efficiency of nutrient uptake…
Senate Bill 1 Continues to Move Through the California Legislature
…SB 1 seeks to uphold specific federal policy as it pertains to water. “SB 1 is bad for farmworkers, farmers, and communities throughout the state of California. Our environmental laws…
Using Water Troughs for a Garden
Pinterest You have heard you can plant a garden in almost anything? Today, Cathy Isom tells you a bit about using water troughs for a garden. That’s coming up on…
Growing Big, Red, Juicy, Beefsteak Tomatoes
…slower to grow and mature. Tomatoes are notoriously thirsty, so you’ll need to water them regularly. Try to keep the soil evenly moist. This prevents diseases such as blossom end…
Evaluating the Potential of Beneficial Ants in Agricultural Production
…Sankovitz likened the benefits that ants can provide to those produced by earthworms, aerating the soil to provide deeper penetration of oxygen and allowing for better infiltration of water. “Ants…
Nearly Half of California Dairies Enrolled in Dairy Margin Coverage Program
…we are hopeful that we will get more folks in the door,” USDA’s Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation Bill Northey said in a press release. “At this point…
Prune Harvest Around The Corner, Considerations from UCCE
…of water. Moderate to high tree stress (-16 to -20 bars) may be tolerated a week or two before harvest. However, for July and August prior to harvest, stress should…
SGMA Rollout Coming Along Smoothly
The implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) has presented some challenges, however it appears the overall process is progressing smoothly overall. Supervising Engineering Geologist with the Department of…
Infrastructure Needed for Groundwater Recharge
Infrastructure and volunteers are needed to make groundwater recharge successful in California. Many in the agriculture community were disappointed that not all of the surface water storage projects were fully…
Farmers Prevented from Planting Crops on More than 19 Million Acres
…mostly corn, soybeans and wheat. “Agricultural producers across the country are facing significant challenges and tough decisions on their farms and ranches,” USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation…
Knowing How to Germinate Seeds for Your Garden
…order to germinate. You can use your refrigerator during winter to break dormancy. In a plastic bag, put equal amounts of vermiculite and seeds, and spray the mixture with water…