Everett Griner talks about pistachios in today’s Agri View. Everett covers some interesting statics about the pistachio crop. What About Pistachios I mention walnuts and pecans quite frequently. They are not the only nuts that make financial statements. What about pistachios. The major part of this crop is in California. Look at the latest report. It is a $3.6 billion …
Agri View: Roadside Markets and Eating Healthier
Everett Griner talks about the demand of fruits and vegetables from roadside markets in today’s Agri View. Everett discusses why this demand has grown. And why consumers are buying from the roadside market. Roadside Markets and Eating Healthier The expansion of roadside markets may have peaked for now. It has made one impressionable fact for those that keep up with …
Spring Veggies Perfect for Kids to Grow
If you are searching for activities to do with your children. Cathy Isom has a great solution. Today, she tells you about the perfect spring veggies for kids to grow. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Spring Veggies Perfect for Kids to Grow Springtime means gardening for many households, and first time gardening for many household. So, why …
Celebrating National Raisin Day
Cathy Isom gives us some nutritional facts, and suggestions, about celebrating a naturally sweet and delicious snack. Celebrating National Raisin Day Though we are still months away from the first harvest of tiny sundries grapes, today we are celebrating National Raisin Day. While sunlight dries most grapes naturally in vineyards, some are mechanically dehydrated. People have been enjoying raisins for …
Natural Garden Pest Protection
If you have a garden, you are proud of it. You will want to keep the unwanted pests and bugs out of it. Instead of spraying chemicals, you choose to do it the natural way. Cathy Isom has some tips about protecting your garden from hungry critters. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Natural Garden Pest Protection When …
Clean 15 Fruits and Veggies of 2018
If you are looking for the clean, safe, food to eat, Cathy Isom has the fruits and veggies considered the safest to eat, and why you won’t have to pay a fortune for them. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Clean 15 Fruits and Veggies of 2018 The Environmental Working Group, or EWG, identifies fruits and vegetables that …
On Tour in the Everglades Agricultural Area
The Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) is a unique region with a long, rich history. Last week, members of the AgNet Media team had the privilege to visit the EAA and surrounding farm areas to meet with some of the area’s key players. During the three-day tour, the team explored agricultural production systems, ranging from sugar to citrus.  ROTH FARMS …
Starting Your Own Beekeeping Operation
One thing to ask yourself before beginning any business is if there is a need. Well Cathy Isom has a business idea there is definitely a need for. She has some pointers for you about getting started in the Beekeeping operation. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Starting Your Own Beekeeping Operation The number of beekeepers in the …
Celebrating National Garlic Day
Cathy Isom is celebrating garlic. She tells us all about the stinky vegetable that is also known as nature’s wonder drug. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Celebrating National Garlic Day Every year on Thursday, April 19th America celebrates garlic. Whether its enjoying it in a tasty meal, or in a treat such as ice cream, or taking …
Plan Your Ultimate Flower and Veggie Garden
Would you like to have the very best garden this year? Cathy Isom lets you know why it’s not too late to plan that ultimate garden and how to get started. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Plan Your Ultimate Flower and Veggie Garden If you’re still on the fence about getting that garden started, no worries. There …