The Almond Board of California (ABC) continues to invest in developing market opportunities on behalf of the industry. A tremendous amount of research and analysis is conducted to refine marketing…
Rural Job Growth Shifting to High-Skill Workers
…were in smaller industries that tend to employ high-skill workers. USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) reports the highest growth was in the real estate industry. Also showing rapid growth was…
Almond Update: Cold Storage for Bees Becoming More Popular
Using cold storage to house bee colonies in the winter is not a new practice but it is continuing to grow in popularity. Assistant Research Professor at Washington State University,…
Spending Bill Brings New Funding for Citrus Industry Research
More than $1 million in new federal funding is being allocated to support research within the citrus industry. The funding was included as part of the omnibus spending package that…
New Year’s Resolutions for the Farm
…center, so we can discuss your vision for your land. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) can provide you with free technical assistance and or advice. Don’t do it alone – USDA’s…
2022 Census of Agriculture Underway
…in 2022, are included in the ag census. The data inform decisions about policy, programs, rural development, research, and more. The Census of Agriculture is the producer’s voice in the…
MSOB: Broadening Approach to Biocontrol Research to Look for Untapped Potential
…ability to control both pests and disease could serve as an example for future research paths. “If you look at the solutions that the biocontrol industry has developed – and…
Agricultural Wins and Losses in Omnibus Appropriations Package
…was also encouraged by the funding allocations for important agricultural programs. Specifically, increased investments in the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education Program and Conservation Technical Assistance. “In the days ahead,…
California Chill Report: Researchers Look at Solutions to Dormancy Issues
Mild winters in recent years have been creating some dormancy issues in orchards that become apparent later in the season. Researchers have been evaluating different options that might assist walnut…
Ag Groups to Receive More Than $200 Million to Expand U.S. Export Markets
…is providing $175.6 million to 67 organizations through MAP initial fiscal year 2023 funding. Funds will be used to support marketing and promotion activities, technical assistance, and market research. Groups…
Almond Update: Great Experience and Attendance at TAC 2022
…though TAC 2022 just concluded a week ago, ABC already has next year’s event in mind. TAC 2023 will again be taking place at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center…
VofV: Eurofins U.S. Chief Science Officer Joelle Mosso on Why Testing Can’t Solve Food Safety Problems
…safety – or anything with science and research – is that we are always understanding and finding new information, and some of it sometimes invalidates something we were completely sure…
Winter Storm Brings Rain and Snow, But Drought Concerns Remain
…to March winter wet season.” The Data Exchange Center from the California Department of Water Resources also shows that the statewide snowpack is in a strong position as of December…
Workforce Modernization Act Could Save Billions in Labor Costs
The Farm Workforce Modernization Act awaits Senate action during the lame-duck session, and it’s the closest meaningful immigration reform has come to the finish line in years. Research by David…