…globally. Dr. Lewis has a doctorate in molecular biology from the University of California, Los Angeles. Her career experience includes agricultural research and policy spanning government, academic, nonprofit, and tech-based…
Mr. Claus Granted Movement Permit in United States
…over any U.S. border port. “With a growing world population, Mr. Claus will have his busiest Christmas yet. At USDA, we want to ensure we are not hindering Mr. Claus’…
California Farm Bureau Re-Elects Officers
…Imperial and San Diego counties; Terry Munz of Lancaster represents Los Angeles and Orange counties; Jenny Holtermann of Wasco represents Kern and Kings counties; Donny Rollin of Riverdale represents Fresno…
New HLB Quarantine Initiated in San Bernardino County
…marks the first time the disease has been detected in the county. The 93-square mile quarantine area will link up with existing quarantines in Los Angeles and Orange Counties, creating a contiguous…
Western View: Will California Take Over PG&E?
…the mountains over power lines with downtown Los Angeles skyline in the background. It’s true that PG&E is the Utility that everyone loves to hate. And I don’t appreciate having…
More Virulent Newcastle Found, Now in San Diego
…in the immediate areas surrounding the new cases, as well as conducting ongoing surveillance and testing within the quarantined areas in Riverside, San Bernardino and Los Angeles counties. Detections of…
Potato Industry Thanks Secretary Perdue for Supporting Exports to Mexico
…support of the Department of Agriculture (USDA) in seeking to open export markets for U.S. potatoes,” the letter noted. “The commitment of USDA personnel both in Washington, D.C., and Mexico…
The Western View: September is California Wine Month
…commercial winery in Los Angeles, followed by a German group who farmed on land that is now Disneyland. From these humble beginnings the wine industry grew with the state’s big…
Industry Sees What Damage Stink Bug Can Do
…typically indicating nut loss inside. Early season (March-April) infestation leads to the most severe yield loss when the nuts drop to the ground. The best way to confirm the damage is…
NVV Further Sustainability Efforts with Porto Protocol Commitment
Napa Valley Vintners (NVV) has become the first North American wine trade association to join the effort of the Porto Protocol. Established by Adrian Bridge of Taylor’s Port, the Porto…
Secretary Perdue Praises Farming Innovations at Forbes AgTech Summit
…During his California visit, Secretary Perdue also met with local politicians and community members at several town hall events that took place in Clarksburg, Watsonville, Los Banos, and Yolo County….
Squaring Off Against the Unknown, California Hemp Grower Bets Big
…by a coalition of farmers excited for the California hemp industry to develop, planting 100 certified acres of organic hemp in Los Angeles County with aims to expand further. As…
Industrial Hemp Grower Sees Crop as A Boom for California Agriculture
The first industrial hemp grower in Los Angeles County foresees the burgeoning industry as a big win for California farmers, despite the difficulties involved in getting a crop started. Donald…
CDFA Programs Get Funding Increase in ‘May Revise’ of California Budget
…combat virulent Newcastle disease in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside and Ventura Counties. So far, the disease has required the euthanasia of nearly 1.2 million birds. Another $4.5 million has…