This week’s issue of the Citrus Industry eNews Exclusive from Florida includes reports from growers who will be participating in the Fast Track program, news of snails in groves, and…
CattleWomen’s Fundraiser Coming Up
…The Fresno-Kings County CattleWomen is a nonprofit organization that promotes the beef industry through things like educational programs, public outreach and a scholarship program. It’s part of the statewide California…
ACP Spraying in Tulare, Citrus Program Extended
…in the state, officials are taking no chances. Meanwhile, the CDFA has extended the California Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program for an additional four years. The program was created…
Immigration and Food Security
…on immigration reform point to several conclusions. Vilsack also says that the immigration policy in the Senate bill is not a free pass or an amnesty program for illegal immigrants….
Farm Bill Effect on Latest CRP Sign Up
The extension of the current Farm Bill led to a shorter Conservation Reserve Program general sign up period. Rod Bain reports. Click to open or download audio report…
Citrus Expo E-news: Seminar Program; Prizes
This week’s issue of the Citrus Expo E-newsletter includes a preview of the seminar program and details on iPod mini and painting prizes. The World’s Premier Citrus Expo takes place…
Deadline for FAACT Class Applications
…program provides community leaders with a comprehensive eight-month series highlighting specific issue areas in agriculture. Participants learn more about air quality, land use planning, water quality regulations and water supply…
United Fresh Recall Ready Program
The United Fresh Recall Ready training workshop is scheduled for September 18 and 19 in Monterey. Workshop topics include understanding the fundamentals of a recall, the role of the FDA…
4-H Program Celebrates 100 Years
The University of California’s 4-H Youth Development Program is celebrating its 100th anniversary, and the California State Fair in Sacramento has designated Tuesday, July 23, as 4-H Day. 4-H members…
Curly Top, Powdery Mildew Seen in Tomatoes
It’s time for the tomato harvest in some parts of the state, but a couple of problems are popping up. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to open or download audio…
Produce Safety Topic of Farm Forum
…Bonnie Fernandez-Fenaroli. The forum is part of the Fresno Grizzlies Community Fund’s Farm Grown program. The forum is Friday at 5 in the Cru Club at Grizzlies Stadium. Tickets to…
Ag Labor Survey
…having with their simple online survey. The 2013 Agricultural Workforce Survey allows farmers to share their experience with finding enough employees to work in the fields and harvest crops. The…
DWR Announces Groundwater Assistance Grants
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has awarded more than $4.7 million in grants to 26 public agencies from the Local Groundwater Assistance Program. Grant funding is provided by Proposition…