The beef industry worked hard this year adjusting its marketing approach to address the challenges created by COVID-19. A significant amount of planning goes into marketing campaigns well before they …
FDA Extends Comment Period for FSMA Food Traceability Rule
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has extended the deadline for commenting on the Food Safety Modernization Act’s traceability rule. The original comment period was set to close on …
One Herb You Don’t Want to Miss Out on Growing
The one herb you don’t want to miss out on growing. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’ve eaten Mexican food, you have more-than-likely eaten root beer …
Significant Investment in Rural Communities Seen in 2020
Throughout 2020 there was considerable investment made in rural communities to help bolster their local economies. Investments were made in areas of water infrastructure, high-speed broadband, and business development. The …
Highways Prove Critical to American Agriculture in USDA Reports
American agriculture relies heavily on the country’s highway system, according to information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). A recent report shows that the agricultural sector is the single …
Farm City Newsday Monday, 12-28-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering trade with China, multiple approaches available to reduce tillage …
Blueberry Growers Form Alliance to Address Market Issues
Blueberry growers from across the U.S. are banning together to form a more unified front to support the industry. Blueberry producers have come together to establish the American Blueberry Growers Alliance in …
Wounded Warrior Project Partners with Farmer Veteran Coalition
The Wounded Warrior Project (WWP) will now be partnering with the Farmer Veteran Coalition (FVC) to provide funding support for veteran farming operations. FVC is one of the 12 new …
Cold-Hardy Succulents to Have Around the House
Some cold-hearty succulents to have around the house this winter. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Succulent season doesn’t end when summer does. There’s a slew of these …
Week in Review: COVID Bill to Relieve Ag Sector and Wildfire Mitigation Action Called For
The latest stimulus package being negotiated in Congress is being supported by a number of agricultural organizations. Growers remain hopeful that California will be able to prevent spotted lanternfly from …
The California Kitchen: Baked French Toast Untamed
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Baked French Toast Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 3 croissants 4 eggs 1/2C …
Foolproof Winter Hardy Tropical Plants for Your Landscape
Some foolproof winter hardy tropical plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’ve looking to add a piece of the tropics to your landscape, here are a …
Michael Regan Nominated as The Next Leader of EPA
President-elect Joe Biden has announced the nomination of Michael Regan to serve as the next administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Regan has been serving as Secretary of the …
Significant Conservation Work Continued Despite the Challenges of 2020
Conservation work in California continued in 2020 despite the variety of challenges that were presented throughout the year. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has …