The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that over 98.2 percent of producers have met the 2014 Farm Bill requirement to certify conservation compliance to qualify for crop insurance premium …
Final USDA/NASS Citrus Crop Forecast of 2014-15 Season Has Changes on Oranges
The final citrus crop forecast was released by Mark Hudson of USDA/NASS, Washington D.C. today. Hudson reported changes in California Non-Valencia and Valencia oranges. Final USDA/NASS Citrus Crop Forecast July …
Managing Dust Reduction Workshop
The Almond Board of California is hosting a workshop on managing dust at harvest. This workshop will address dust reduction techniques, air quality regulations and funding opportunities. Almond harvest equipment manufacturers …
President Obama’s Designation of Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Interior Secretary Sally Jewell joined members of Congress, California State and local elected officials, and community members across Northern California today in praising the President’s …
Returning to Rural Communities, Part 2
In the second part of her series Cathy Isom fills us in on what residents say led them back to their rural hometown – years after leaving it behind. Returning …
Citrus Industry This Week: Total Tree Health to Fight HLB; Grapefruit Survey
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes a report from University of Florida’s (UF) Michael Rogers who maintains total tree health is key to fighting HLB and …
Agri View: Ugly Food
Everett Griner talks about wasted food could feed millions in today’s Agri View. Ugly Food Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026Parka Helps California Citrus Growers Protect Fruit Quality and …
The California Kitchen: Strawberry & Spinach Roasted Feta Chicken
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Strawberry & Spinach Roasted Feta Chicken with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember …
Almond Board: Be Mindful of Dust During Harvest
As growers prepare for harvest season, Associate Director, Environmental Affairs for the Almond Board of California Gabriele Ludwig says be mindful of all the dust involved. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
United States and Switzerland Streamline Organic Trade
The United States and Switzerland announced today that beginning July 10, 2015, organic products certified in the United States or Switzerland may be sold as organic in either country. Sponsored …
More Rain in Central California Could Cause Problems
Parts of California have been getting some rain, but that may not be a good thing for some crops. Sabrina Hill reports. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026Parka Helps …
Returning to Rural Communities, Part 1
In the first of her two part series, Cathy Isom tells us about a USDA study revealing why there’s “No Place Like Home” – when it comes to smaller towns …
Agri View: More Organic
Everett Griner talks about an unproved but still growing market in today’s Agri View. More Organic Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026Parka Helps California Citrus Growers Protect Fruit Quality …
The California Kitchen: Strawberry Ice Cream
In today’s California Kitchen, revisit our strawberry chocolate french toast recipe with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026Parka Helps …