California is on the home stretch of the 2019 almond harvest with later varieties like Fritz and Monterey now coming off the trees. UC Cooperative Extension Entomology Farm Advisor David …
Farm Bureau Releases Milk Program Recommendations
(AFBF-Oct. 2, 2019) — The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) released a proposal for the future of U.S. milk-pricing provisions and marketing-order reform. The recommendations aim to bring more democracy …
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Talking Microbiomes
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is made possible by HarvestPort, an innovation hub and marketplace for better agricultural products, practices, and ideas. Find out more at …
Off-Year Pistachio Crop Lighter Than Expected; Size and Quality Strong
California’s pistachio crop may end up a little lighter than initially anticipated, even with the understanding that it is an ‘off’ year. Coming off a record crop last year growers …
Storing Fruits and Vegetables Properly for Winter
With winter rapidly approaching, it is time to think about stocking up the food cellar. What better way than with fruits and vegetables from the garden. Cathy Isom has some …
American Dairy Demand Highest in Five Decades
While dairy producers might not be feeling it amidst ongoing trade issues and price concerns, the demand for dairy is the strongest it’s been in the past five decades. According …
Sugar Beets Show Strong Potential as Livestock Feed
Production of sugar beets in California has all but disappeared over the past decade, however, the crop could provide dairy farmers with another option for nutritious forage. Researchers have been …
UC ANR Takes In-Depth Look at the Cannabis Industry
Following the passage of Proposition 64 which legalized recreational cannabis, there was significant excitement surrounding the potential for a legal and regulated cannabis industry in California. However, the development of …
Raised Bed Gardening Kid Friendly Veggies
What better way to teach a child where there food comes from than in a garden. Cathy Isom tells you about some kid friendly veggies to grow in a raised …
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 …
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. …
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 …
Spotted Lanternfly Management Getting ‘Gritty’ in Philly
The general public is pitching in when it comes to the management of a pest that California is keeping an eye on. The spotted lanternfly infested Pennsylvania five years ago …
The California Kitchen: Pear Salad
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Pear Salad with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: Vinegarette 1 /4 C Pear Vinegar 3 …