There is hope that the unfortunate conditions of California’s water supply this year will prompt decisive action on water management and storage. President and CEO of Western Growers, Dave Puglia…
Fiddle-Leaf Figs are an Evergreen Ornamental “In” Plant to Have
…beautiful, with its massive, Jurassic-looking foliage, this popular houseplant has a bit of a reputation for being particularly fickle in regards to light, water, soil, and temperature. Just a warning….
EPA Announces Resources to Better Address Nutrient Pollution Affecting Waters
…of harmful algal blooms. EPA has published revised recommended ambient water quality criteria under the Clean Water Act to help address nutrient pollution in lakes and reservoirs. EPA says the…
Some of the Many Ways to Increase Your Eggplant Harvest
…when the plants set their first fruits, and in the summer when there is a heavy set of fruits. Since eggplants are made up of a lot of water, be…
CRP Acreage Falls Short of Goal at Just Under Three Million Acres
A total of 2.8 million acres have been enrolled in the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). The 2021 CRP acreage falls short of the goal of…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-24-21
…a study finding genetics rather than the environment are the source of THC in hemp, and year after year water shortages shaping planting trends. Tune in to the show for…
Problems and Solutions When Growing Artichokes
…excess moisture and humidity by watering selectively. Artichoke is also susceptible to a host of leaf sucking insects including aphids. While a strong burst of water from a hose might…
New Website Offers Regenerative Agriculture Resources
…aims to increase soil health, protect water quality, and enhance conservation approaches on farms. Major food and agriculture companies such as General Mills, Bayer, Walmart, Cargill, Corteva, Pepsico, and even…
Week in Review: Higher Energy Rates on Horizon, Water Resiliency Resources Available
…the California Cattle Council (CCC) will help farmers and ranchers address water issues. A grant of nearly $500,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture will be used to evaluate potential…
Growing a Unique and Tasty Veggie that Chefs Love
…are filled with water on the ice plant. The leaves and stems can be eaten raw and added to salads for a salty crunch. Use the leaves as you would…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-18-21
…using water stress uniformity to get walnut trees through drought and how the rising global income levels help to keep demand strong for California ag products. Tune in to the…
Tasty, Leafy Green That’s as Fun to Grow as it is to Eat
…bolting in the hot weather. While it can survive a bit of drought, it will be healthier and more flavorful if you water it consistently. The young, tender leaves are…
Health Bite: Comparing Milk and Alternatives
…and therefore almond products, like milk, demonized because the crop requires a lot of water. Then again, cows have been thrown under the bus for their contribution to climate change….
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-17-21
…how collaboration is helping to guide the development of robotic harvesters in strawberries, and questions of authority are surfacing regarding the water board’s emergency curtailment. Tune in to the show…