For some time, pollinators have been on the decline as well as many honey bee colonies. With the help of government task forces such as the National Pollinator Health Strategy, honey bee health is expected to reverse that trend by 2025. Pollinator Health Read about: Onions: The Most Diverse What is the National Pollinator Health Strategy? To … Read more
Did you know that greenhouses are inherently unsafe? That’s according to Ian Baker, greenhouse manager at the College of Biological Sciences at the University of California-Davis (UC-Davis). He said, “Many of the regulations we enjoy that keep us safe at home and most worksites without our notice simply do not exist in greenhouses.” Greenhouse Workers Read … Read more
Safety should always be a top priority no matter the type of equipment you’re using on the farm. Many, if not most, incidents are preventable. Here is a quick guide to helping you stay safe and alert while using harvesting equipment. Harvesting Equipment Read about: Climate Challenge: Organic No-till vs. Conventional No-till 1. Wear Protective Gear … Read more
Trade shows bring a lot of excitement as well as a time to improve your ag business. Attending or having a booth at a trade show is a great investment. Here are some tips to prepare for and get the most out of them. Prepare For Trade Shows Read about: Insecticides Aren’t Going Anywhere 1. Map out … Read more
Covering the commercial grower is a fun experience. Speaking with the people of this industry has broadened my horizons in more ways than I could have imagined. I also feel this way about our Green Group staff of Grandview Media. One of the few times most of us meet together is during Cultivate, one of … Read more