…bones, boosting the immune system, and much more. Taking care of elderberry bushes is relatively easy. The main thing is to make sure they have plenty of water. They like…
Agri View: Necessities of Farming
…the water necessary to wet a field. The irrigation system doesn’t come cheap. Here is a statistic I never considered. The cost of irrigating a field. $8.50 to put one…
NRCS Partners in California Receive $1.3 Million for Conservation Innovations
…range of natural resource issues. NRCS has provided leadership in a partnership effort to help America’s private landowners and managers conserve their soil, water and other natural resources since 1935….
Federal Officials Critical of California’s Latest Water Proposal
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Celebrating National Watermelon Day
…of Ours. Celebrating National Watermelon Day Today is National Watermelon Day. And what better way to recognize this day then with a refreshing slice! Watermelon is 92% water, which is…
Agri View: Problems Farmers Face Each Year
…else, have their own problems to manage. One problem is, they consume to much water. Irrigation is just as much a necessity as seed and fertilizer. Not many farmers can…
NACD Sends Letter to Farm Bill Conference Committee
…abundant food and fiber supply in the world. Additionally, farm bill conservation programs support producers’ ability to conserve natural resources and improve soil health and water quality. With continued difficulties…
Water Works: Maximizing Soil Moisture
In today’s Water Works, brought to you by AquiMax, maximizing soil moisture can be an integral part of general water management strategies. As energy and water rates are substantial components…
The California Kitchen: Pressure Cooked Beef Bourguignon
…you will have no color on your food. 3/4 C Beef Stock 2 C Red Wine 1 C Water 1/2 C Corn Starch Pressure Cooked Beef Bourguignon For this and…
Coalition Urges State Board to Reject ‘Unimpaired Flows’ Plan
Urging the state water board to reject a proposal to redirect flows in three Central California rivers, a coalition of more than 50 agricultural, water and business organizations encouraged the…
Celebrating National Scotch Day
…While most Scotch is made with barley, water and yeast, other grains can be included, but no fermentation additives, per law. Whiskey also has some health benefits, when consumed in…
Almond Update: Curtis Retiring, Recounts Greatest Accomplishments
…with water management and bee-friendly practices. He thanks the partners that have worked with the board over the years and says ABC’s accomplishments wouldn’t have been possible without them. Listen…
Water Works: Funding Approved for Water Storage Projects
In today’s Water Works, brought to you by AquiMax, after several years of public meetings and evaluations the California Water Commission has finally approved spending $2.5 billion dollars on eight…
EPA Approves Sorghum Oil for Biofuels
…so desperately need, and it provides energy security from a renewable water-conserving source,” says Willis. Growth Energy CEO Emily Skor applauded the move, calling it “long overdue and very welcome…