Economics will motivate growers in California to adopt technology quickly in the coming year. Starting January 1, 2022, agricultural workers at large employers (26 or more employees) will receive overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half times the employee’s regular rate of pay after 8 hours in a day or 40 hours in a workweek.
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CategoriesScientific Plant Names VS. Common Plant Names – Take Our Quiz
Like it or not we need clear communication concerning the plants and trees we are growing so scientific names for plants and trees is essential.
3 Reasons To Water Turf With A Smart Controller
Grass is the single largest irrigated agricultural crop in America. Turfgrasses occupy 2% of the land in the continental United States and use more acreage than the amount of land used for growing irrigated corn.
Understanding Time Restrictions For Better Water Management During Droughts
One of the most critical water management concepts is to fill the soil with water until it reaches field capacity, measure evapotranspiration or soil moisture until a depletion trigger level is reached, and fill the soil again with water.
3 Simple Steps For An Effective Fall Vegetables Strategy
Midsummer, one of my favorite times of the year because it is full of melons, plums, nectarines, and peaches.
6 Signs You Are Over Fertilizing Your Plants
When it comes to fertilizing plants Mae West’s advice can be deadly. Plants receiving the proper amount of fertilizer respond quickly in growth and look great.
Smart Irrigation System and Sustainable Solutions
The Irrigation Association encourages the use of Smart Irrigation Systems. This year in 2021, the Irrigation Association has announced that the theme for Smart Irrigation Month is “Smart irrigation. Sustainable solutions”.
How To Care For Plants During A Heat Wave
Heatwaves are occurring more frequently than they use to, and higher temperatures mean your plants need more water. With such unusually high heat, we need to take a few extra steps to keep our landscapes healthy.
How One Successful California Farmer Uses Technology To Battle Drought
Jeff Klein is a fourth-generation Stockton farmer managing thousands of acres of farmland in California. He understands excellent water management is necessary for the success of his farming operations.
Garden Mastery: 6 Steps To Prep Your Irrigation System For The Growing Season
In San Diego, the colder winter months take a toll on irrigation systems. To ensure that your system gives you its best performance before the heavy watering of summer starts, here are six steps to take right now.