The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2) is being updated to provide support for contract producers left out of previous relief efforts. Livestock and poultry producers along with producers…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 08-27-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including the importance of vigilance as rural crime picks up,…
EPA Announces Resources to Better Address Nutrient Pollution Affecting Waters
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released new resources to address adverse effects of nutrient pollution in waters, including algae blooms. The three new resources will help EPA’s co-regulators and partners…
Port Uncertainty Makes for Tough Decisions for Fresh Fruit Industry
The congestion at West Coast ports continues to be an ongoing struggle, which is becoming even more problematic for the fresh fruit industry. There have been various issues disrupting the…
One of the Earliest Cultivated Plants in Human History
…trees are long-lived, produce a heavy crop, and have relatively few pests and diseases that bother them. You can find dates growing in places like southern California, Arizona, and southern…
Dairy Donation Program Provides Funding Support to Address Food Insecurity
A new Dairy Donation Program (DDP) has been announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The new $400 million program is being established by USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS)….
CALAMP Assistance Available to California Farmers and Ranchers
The California Agricultural Mediation Program (CALAMP) is a free service aimed at addressing a variety of issues for farmers and ranchers. CALAMP assistance covers a multitude of areas including issues…
Almond Update: New Cover Crop BMPs Available for Growers
A new resource has been made available for growers, focused on the use of cover crops in almond orchards. The new Best Management Practices (BMPs) guide provides a thorough look…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 08-26-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including our Almond Update detailing the new cover crop BMPs…
USDA Announces Proposed Framework for Advancing Surveillance for SARS-CoV-2
The Department of Agriculture is dedicating $300 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding to conduct surveillance for SARS-CoV-2 and other emerging and zoonotic diseases. The effort aimed at susceptible…
Growing a Smoothie Garden from Likable Vegetables
How to grow your own smoothie garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by marijana1 from Pixabay The trick to growing your own smoothie garden is to…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Prime Rib Roast
Smoked Prime Rib Roast In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Smoked Prime Rib Roast with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 10…
FDA Adjusts Lettuce Sampling Protocols for the Salinas Valley
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated its lettuce sampling protocols for the Salinas Valley. FDA has been in the process of collecting and testing lettuce grown in…
Trade Commission Finds That Fertilizer Imports Are Harming U.S. Industry
A recent finding from the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has determined that certain fertilizer imports are causing harm to American industries. The decision comes after an investigation into imports…