…for your specific field are important for an optimal fertilization program. Adjustments depend on expected yield, soil properties, local weather conditions, and crop management. Consideration of the multiple pathways of…
Historic Agreements for U.S.-Cuba Agriculture Sectors
…may take place include the following: Provide nutritional research and guidance, as well as participate with the Cuban government and industry officials, at meetings regarding nutrition and related Cuban rules…
Virtual Tour Shows Students Smart Farms
Irrigation systems managed from iPads, animal nutrition tracked by computer chips, and tractors that drive using GPS are only a few examples of the ways farmers and ranchers use…
Water Allocations Increased Again
…millions of dollars – including Water Bond funds – to emergency drought relief, disaster assistance, water conservation and infrastructure projects across the state. To learn about all the actions the…
Funding to Support Implementation of the FDA FSMA Produce Rule
…of the produce rule is dependent on partnerships between FDA and the states, both to deliver education and technical assistance and to provide on-going inspection, compliance, and oversight. To support…
Farmers Discuss Issues at State Capitol
…and state duplication of existing local authority over well-drilling permits. Regulatory issues of concern included proposed changes to the Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program, potential expansion of pesticide application buffer zones…
Dr. Sandra Witte Named Dean of Jordan College at Fresno State
…graduate and continuing education programs are offered in the major areas of agricultural business; animal sciences and agricultural education; child, family and consumer sciences; food science and nutrition; industrial technology;…
Almond Board: Leaffooted Bug Monitoring
…pest management materials and non-pesticide options allow almond growers to plan an IPM program that protects not only this year’s crop, but also the long-term life of the orchard and…
Agri View: Bee Gone
…the bee population is implementing programs teaching and training urban residents to become amateur beekeepers. Many cities are now offering startup assistance to a growing number of hobbyists of all…
Citrus Research Board Hires Dr. Melinda Klein as Chief Research Scientist
…the future. Dr. Klein will be joining the organization with a tremendous amount of knowledge, education, and experience. Previously, she served as the Director of Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition…
Conaway on Senate Failure to Advance GMO Labeling Legislation
…deliberate public debate, and proceeded doing the jobs we were elected to do. “My good friend Pat Roberts along with many members of his Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and…
Filing USDA Agency Appeal an Easy Process
…of other parts of USDA. Its sole mission is to provide fair and timely hearings and appeals to USDA program participants. Any person who receives an adverse program decision from…
Fresno’s National Ag Week and Nutrition Month
Today, the Fresno County Board of Supervisors proclaimed March 14-18, 2016, to be National Agriculture Week, and the month of March 2016 to be Nutrition Month in Fresno County. National…
Three California Organizations for Climate Action Leadership
…for the Home Energy Renovation Opportunity (HERO) Program (San Diego) for their leadership in addressing climate change. The three awardees were among 17 Climate Leadership Award winners nationwide. This is…