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Cal/OSHA Board Waffles on What to Do with Emergency Temporary Standard
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) is walking back a recent decision regarding the COVID-19 Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS). Revisions approved by the Cal/OSHA Standards Board (Standards…
USDA to Invest $1 Billion to Address Food Security
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) intends to invest $1 billion in an effort to address food security. Funding will be used to support The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)….
Almond Update: Growers Sought for Research to Combat Aflatoxins
Industry members are being sought for a grower trial looking at a means for combatting aflatoxins in almond orchards. Grower-collaborators will be provided instructions for participation and will be reimbursed…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 06-10-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering western water infrastructure concerns relayed in a letter to…
Best Type of Hay to Buy Depends on the Animals Being Fed
The best type of hay to buy depending on the animals your feeding. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Animals can tolerate different types of hay. For example, Cattle…
Almond Matters: Planning for Pre-Hull Split Applications
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers will want to be making their plans for pre-hull split applications. Getting timely applications onto trees prior to hull split…
First Assessments of Groundwater Sustainability Plans Released by DWR
The first assessments of groundwater sustainability plans have been released by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR). In lieu of waiting until the end of the two-year review period,…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-09-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering heat illness prevention plans, the growing demand for lemons…
Research Looks at Grapevine Red Blotch Virus Effects on Wine Quality
One of the research projects being funded by the Pierce’s Disease Glassy Winged Sharpshooter (PD/GWSS) Board is taking a closer look at grapevine red blotch virus. The three-year project based…
Lemon Demand Growing, But Domestic Producers Face Challenges
Market conditions for lemons have been trending in a positive direction in recent years. However, there are still come obstacles for California producers to reap the benefits of increased demand….
In-Person National FFA Convention Returns to Indianapolis
The National Future Farmers of America (FFA) Organization recently announced that the annual convention will be held in-person this year. The 94th Annual National FFA Convention will take place at…
Tips for Providing/Buying Quality Feed for Livestock
Some tips for providing/buying quality feed for your livestock. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Buying hay can be challenging. Especially if you’re buying from a seller online, sight unseen. Here…
New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers
A new cover crop program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture offers a premium benefit for producers covered by most crop insurance policies. The Pandemic Cover Crop Program (PCCP) is…