…of El Niño conditions. Consumer food prices will be largely unaffected. Higher prices at the grocery store of high-value California crops like nuts, wine grapes and dairy foods are driven…
State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program Deadline Extended 2 Weeks
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has extended its deadline for applications for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) by two weeks, until July 29, 2014….
Expo Changes Increase Opportunities
A central valley food expo is fast approaching with a few changes that may benefit growers this year. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman has the story. Expo Changes Increase Opportunities The…
Climate Change: Register now for the first California Adaptation Forum
…builds off last year’s successful National Adaptation Forum. The event will include agriculture/food-focused sessions such as: How Local Food System Planning Can Create More Resilient Communities The Role of California…
Almond Food Safety Symposium Coming Up
…Quality Assurance and Industry Services Tim Birmingham. Almond Food Safety Symposium The Almond Food Quality and Safety Symposium is July 23 in Lodi. You can get more information at www.almondboard.com….
Proposed New Light Brown Apple Moth Quarantine Boundary – Mendocino County
Light Brown Apple Moth Effective July 8, 2014, the California Department of Food and Agriculture is adding the Mendocino County Quarantine Boundary. A map of the proposed boundary can be…
Smart Phones Promoting Food Safety
Research is looking at using smart phones to increase food safety at farmers markets. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman explains. Technology and Farmers Markets The University of Arkansas’s Division of Agriculture…
Recycled Water Safety Concerns
Many question the safety of recycled water used on food or for consumption. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman has the answer. Recycled Water Safety Concerns Robert Holden, Principal Engineer at the…
CVCB Celebrates San Joaquin Valley Agribusiness With The Valley Grown For You Campaign
…Valley agribusiness and encourage individuals to buy local fresh and produced food products. The campaign is taking place now through July 31, 2014 and showcases food products produced in the…
2014 Almond Crop Shows Increases
…ever-growing global demand for almonds and almond products.” Dave DeWalt, deputy director of Pacific Region Office, NASS, said the forecast is up 7.7 percent from the May 1 subjective forecast…
United States – Korea Streamline Organic Trade
…quality control measures, certification requirements, and labeling practices were compatible. The arrangement covers organic condiments, cereal, baby food, frozen meals, milk, and other processed products. According to U.S. industry estimates,…
Addressing Farmers Markets Food Safety
…the University of Arkansas Kristen Gibson is leading a research program looking at farmers markets food safety. Gibson says standards vary from market to market. The research is aiming to…
Vacancy on Cattle Health Task Force
The California Department of Food and Agriculture Division of Animal Health and Food Safety Services is announcing a vacancy on the Cattle Health Advisory Task Force (CHATF). Food and Agricultural…
USDA Makes $5 Million in Farm Bill Support for National Clean Plant Network Available
…American specialty crop industry, which includes fruits and vegetables and other crops. “Invasive pests can endanger our nation’s crops and food security. They cause billions of dollars in damage each…