…connect agricultural employers in California with qualified potential employees. CalAgJobs was recently awarded a USDA grant to promote specialty crops, allowing the company to host free internship listings. “The idea…
USDA Seeks Ideas to Help SNAP Participants Become Independent
…(SNAP). The public is invited to provide input through a notice in the Federal Register. Comments can be submitted on the web through the Federal Register tomorrow. USDA intends to…
CFBF Seeks Alternatives to AG Act
…employees. Now before Congress, H.R. 4760, the Securing America’s Future Act, would fund a border wall and address internal immigration enforcement and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. It…
The Western View: Feile Parkfield
…web page at www.feileparkfield.com – that’s spelled F E I L E parkfield dot com. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry magazine….
Celebrating National Margarita Day
…the margarita was created. No matter which you enjoy it today, use #NationalMargaritaDay to post on social media. Remember, always drink responsibly and never drink and drive. I’m Cathy Isom……
UCCE to be a Leader in Climate Change Awareness and Education
…the Climate Change Program Team very useful,” Mitchell said. “I will be consciously using these in extension education when I can.” Climate communication UC California Institute for Water Resources academic…
Agri View: Food Consumption Study
…so it is with other farm products. It has little impact on you and me. But, here it goes. If our Department of Agriculture is right the average consumer will…
Multi-Day Event in Chico will Focus on Soils, Students and Community
…interested in soils or learning how to use soil survey information. The soil science community is invited to come together to talk about upcoming projects, shared goals and the future….
Celebrating National Cherry Pie Day
…And fruit pies were a common breakfast food. Cherry Pie is reportedly the 5th most popular pie in the United States behind apple. But in February it’s #1. And, cherries…
Legislation Designed to Save Pollinators Introduced in House
…evaluation to make sure using these insecticides is not adversely affecting pollinator populations. Blumenauer says, “A healthy food system depends on healthy pollinators. To keep the status quo is like…
2018 USDA Ag Outlook Forum Offers Pre-Forum Field Trips on Farming and Research
…p.m. The $40 fee includes transportation and lunch. Attendees may sign up for one field trip only. Space is limited, and registration is required. Now in its 94th year, the…
The Western View: Nutria Invasion
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife is sounding the alarm about a new rodent that is moving into the state. This animal is very big trouble. It has the…
Syngenta Acquires Satellite Imagery Innovator
Syngenta has acquired FarmShots, Inc., a North Carolina-based innovator of high-resolution satellite imagery that detects plant health by analyzing absorbed light from field images. In a company news release (see…
Agri View: Caring for Your Pet
…ago. A lot of homes have pets. Mostly dogs and cats. But, there are others. It doesn’t take long for that ‘pet’ to become another member of the family. A…