Governor Gavin Newsom has released his 2022-23 state budget proposal, the California Blueprint. The $213 billion budget includes significant investment for addressing coronavirus, wildfires, homelessness, and drought. California is currently …
Biden, Vilsack Speak at American Farm Bureau Convention
President Joe Biden spoke via a recorded message at the American Farm Bureau Federation annual convention in Atlanta, Georgia on Monday. He said farmers and ranchers are “the backbone of …
Republicans Call for Investment in Water Projects with State Surplus
State Republicans are calling on Governor Gavin Newsom to invest in water projects with California’s expected financial surplus. In a letter, the nine lawmakers point out that the construction of …
Mixed Response to Biden’s Meat Industry Action Plan
The latest action from President Joe Biden aimed at improving conditions in the meat industry is receiving mixed reviews from industry groups. The “Biden-Harris Action Plan for a Fairer, More …
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 01-10-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the potential zero-emission forklift regulation presenting financial challenges for …
Getting Rid of Little Pests that Cause Big Problems Naturally
Some natural ways to get rid of some little pests that can cause big problems in the garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’ve ever encountered …
Week in Review: Snowpack Over 140% of Average and Port of Oakland Improvements Coming
The most recent snowpack survey shows a substantial increase in snow from previous years, due to early winter storms. The Port of Oakland is making moves to help relieve some …
CAWG President John Aguirre to Step Down After 12 Years
The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) announced the planned departure of its president, John Aguirre, effective May 31, 2022. He started with the association on June 1, 2010. “Leading …
Multistate Scientists Seek HLB Tolerance
A $1.5 million emergency grant is enabling scientists in citrus-producing states to find trees tolerant to the devastating citrus disease HLB. The disease has crippled Florida’s citrus industry and has already …
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 01-07-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories on CCA’s providing critical insight to help farmers maximize potential, …
Bitter Melon is a Prolific Vining Plant in Many Varieties
Some of the best bitter melon varieties. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Bitter melon is often called bitter gourd or balsam pear. White Pearl is a hybrid variety and …
Almond Update: Mummy Shake Contest Winner ‘Almonds Grow’
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has named the winner of this year’s Mummy Shake Contest, which underscores the value of winter sanitation. ABC made some changes to the competition …
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 01-06-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering ABC’s winter sanitation awareness contest, increasing input cost likely …
Quickest Way to Get Veggies on Your Dinner Table
The quickest way to get veggies on your dinner table. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are times when you need a crop to run its course …