In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Vegetarian Paella with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Arborio Rice 1/2 C Vegetable …
CDFA’s New ‘One-Stop-Shop” Farmer Resource Portal
SACRAMENTO (CDFA-September 23, 2019) — The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is pleased to announce the availability of the new Farmer Resource Portal designed to assist farmers and …
‘Increase in Citations’ Expected with Labor Code Changes from AB 1805
Assembly Bill 1805 (AB 1805) made two significant changes to the labor code by revising the definition of ‘serious injury or illness’ and ‘serious exposure.’ The bill broadens the scope …
NCBA President Jennifer Houston Testifies on State of Cattle Industry
WASHINGTON (NCBA-Sept. 25, 2019) — Jennifer Houston, President of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), testified about the current state of the cattle industry before the U.S. Senate Committee on …
‘Windows of Opportunity’ for Summer Cover Crops
The Natural Resources Conservation Service of California held another cover crop field day to show producers that summer cover crops are possible. NRCS says the practice reduces soil erosion, increases …
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-25-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the USMCA, Assembly Bill 1805 and its removal of …
Dealing with Maggots in the Compost Pile
If you get maggots in your compost, something is wrong. Cathy Isom has tips about how to deal with a nasty critter in your compost pile. That’s coming up on …
Farmers, Restaurants, Chefs Urge Passage of USMCA
(CFBF-Sept. 24, 2019) — Farmers, restaurants and their customers will all benefit from improved trade among the United States, Canada and Mexico, according to a coalition of California agricultural groups, …
Participating in Agricultural Meetings Creates Long-Term Benefits
Attending various agricultural meetings and engaging in the discussion can seem tedious for farmers and ranchers, but it is a critical component to the long-term success of the agricultural industry. …
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-24-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering updates to the H-2A program, details on the Crop …
Navel Orange Forecast Down from Last Year
The initial forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture is calling for a slightly smaller production year for California navel oranges compared to 2018. The forecast is expecting 76 million, 40-pound cartons …
Reasons to Consider Pressure Canning Meat
There may be times when you are unable to get meat from the grocery, such as a disaster. Cathy Isom has some helpful tips why you should consider pressure canning …
Specialty Crop Block Grant Applications Open for 2020
SACRAMENTO (CDFA-September 23, 2019) — The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting proposals for the 2020 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). Each year, CDFA conducts …
Farm City Newsday Monday, 09-23-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a new nationwide initiative that supports women in ag, …