…$65 billion for broadband nationally as part of the Infrastructure and Jobs Act. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack says Broadband is critical for rural homes, hospitals, schools, libraries, businesses, and farmers,…
Pollinator Habitat Program Now Accepting Grant Applications
…play an essential role in agricultural production and are a critical component of California’s natural ecosystem. Funded projects will support integrated pest management, enhance carbon sequestration, and support other beneficial…
Dairy Checkoff Competition Focusing on ‘Calming Benefits’
…place. The application deadline is January 16, 2023. For more information, go to usdairy.com. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land of Ours program here. Dairy Checkoff Competition Focusing on “Calming Benefits”…
2022 Census of Agriculture Set to Open in the Coming Weeks
…“Census of Agriculture data are widely used by federal and local governments, agribusinesses, trade associations, extension educators, and many others to inform decisions about policy and farm programs and services…
VofV: Remembering Hank Giclas, Part One
…former Senior Vice President of Science, Technology & Strategic Planning at Western Growers, who passed away in August. Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia, Secretary of the California Department…
The California Kitchen: Stone Fruit Jubilee
…Jubilee below. The California Kitchen: Stone Fruit Jubilee For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire,…
USDA Extends WIC-Related Formula Flexibilities
…the end of October, USDA is covering the added cost of non-contract formula to make it financially feasible for states to allow WIC participants to buy alternate sizes, forms, or…
VofV: Sun World CEO David Marguleas Explains the Successful Strategies Behind a New Product
…is very competitive. The secret? Meet the customer where they are and focus on what they care about the most: “flavor, texture, shelf life, visual appeal” and two new traits,…
Weed Management Technology Survey Seeking Grower Feedback
…identify environmental, physical, and economic barriers to adoption. A variety of personnel from different disciplines are involved in the project, in an effort to get a comprehensive understanding of where…
Almond Update: Grant Supports Growers in Improving Pollinator Health
…project aims to increase the use of agricultural land in providing habitat, forage, and other support to wild and managed pollinators. Partner organizations such as ABC, California Farm Bureau, and…
The California Kitchen: Peach Pound Cake
…this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire, Google TV, and Apple TV Follow Albert on: Facebook,…
Corteva Announces 2022 Climate Positive Leaders Program
…share their experiences and help accelerate the adoption of climate-positive practices. Farmers and ranchers in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, India, Ireland, Kenya, New Zealand, Spain, the United Kingdom, and…
Tools for Varroa Management Guide
…healthy and manage varroa mites, which spread disease within and among honey bee colonies. An expert team of beekeepers, entomologists, Extension agents, apiary inspectors, and federal regulators spent more than…
California Receives Nearly $24 Million in Specialty Crop Support
…California Department of Food and Agriculture. “USDA applauds California’s continued commitment to supporting our nation’s producers of fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and nursery crops through the Specialty Crop Block Grant…