The Press Release Resource

            OXNARD, CALIF. (August 2, 2011)–The celery crop in Ventura County recorded a big jump in production in 2010, moving to the second largest crop (behind strawberries) in the county. Celery brought in $182.27 million in 2010, an increase of 8 percent over 2009. Production per acre was up from 37.67 tons in 2009 to …

CAMARILLO, CALIF.(June 3, 2011)–In its first quarter of operation, the sustainable organics program undertaken by Houweling’s Nurseries and Agromin has diverted 2,156 tons of organic material from Houweling’s greenhouse operations in Camarillo to Agromin’s renewable organics center in Oxnard where it was recycled into compost, mulch and soil amendments. From January 1 through March 31, …

OXNARD, CALIF.–Agromin and Zero Waste Energy are partnering to create biogenic energy facilities in California. “After identifying suitable locations, Zero Waste Energy will provide the biogenic technology for each site and Agromin will supply the organic materials needed to make it all work,” says Bill Camarillo, CEO of Agromin, an organic materials processing company. “Zero …

Gardening Social Network, a leading dedicated social network for gardening enthusiasts, has been launched this month with instant success. The website provides an online community for gardeners to meet others who share their passion, and discuss tips and ideas. Gardening Network (http://www.gardening-network.com) provides members with the opportunity to turn their garden into their perfect sanctuary …