…Food and Agriculture – FFLDRS Branch, 1220 N Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or via email at FREP@cdfa.ca.gov. The application deadline is July 1, 2015. For further information on the Fertilizer…
Movie Night at SLO County Farm Bureau Office
Join us for popcorn, light refreshments and a visit with filmmaker Dulanie Ellis. We’ll be screening her film Ground Operations: Battlefields to Farmfields. It’s Tuesday, June 2, 2015 at the…
USDA Announces Funding to Assist with Organic Certification Costs
…2014, USDA issued nearly 10,000 reimbursements totaling over $6 million, providing critical support to the organic community. To receive cost share assistance, certified organic producers and handlers should contact their…
CDFA’s Drought Resources Web Page; a Useful Tool for Farmers, Ranchers and Farmworkers
CDFA’s Drought Resources web page stands as a valuable tool for farmers, ranchers and farmworkers seeking information about the drought in California and assistance programs. The page features links to…
Fuel Up to Play 60 Kick-Offs Spring Funding Campaign for California Schools
Spring 2015 Fuel Up to Play 60 (FUTP 60) grant funding applications are now open to California K-12 schools interested in supporting health and wellness initiatives. Applications will be accepted…
Regional Crop Production Report for May 12, 2015
…bearing acreage for 2015 is 890 thousand, resulting in a yield of 2,080 pounds per acre. The 2015 almond bloom began in early February. Nuts are reportedly sizing well with…
Sustainable/Organic Production on the Coast
…by the California Association of Pest Control Advisers, Ventura County Chapter California Association of Pest Control Advisers and Organic Fertilizer Association of California. When: Thursday, July 9, 2015, 8:00 am…
USDA announces $30 Million for Food Entrepreneurs and Agricultural Producers to Develop New Products
…for beginning farmers, military veterans engaging in farming and smaller farm operations participating in the local and regional food system.” More information on how to apply is on page 26528…
USDA/NASS May Citrus Crop Forecast Has No Changes for California
…and Fruit Size form. The June USDA/NASS citrus crop forecast will be Wednesday, June 10, 2015 at about 9 a.m. The forecast can be heard “live” here on AgNet West.com….
NCBA Urges Secretaries to Reject Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s Flawed Recommendations
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association submitted comments today to the Departments of Health and Human Services and Agriculture on the flawed advice in the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee’s report….
Cricket: It’s What’s For Dinner
…until harvesting. The crickets will be turned into a protein powder, which can be used in a variety of ways. The most common use for this powder is protein bars…
1,500 Students To Learn about Ag at Annual AgVentures! Day
The International Agri-Center (IAC) is set to host its third annual AgVentures! Day for local 4th grade students to explore farming, food and fun on Friday, May 15, 2015 in…
CDFA Introduces Pollinator Protection Web Page
…Protection web page as a resource for Californians and others interested in the issue. The web page features links to programs detailing CDFA’s commitment to protecting pollinators in the course…
Agri View: FFA Opportunity
Everett Griner talks about precision agriculture, FFA’s future in today’s Agri View. FFA Opportunity…
