…planted. Growers were initially contacted by mail and follow up was done by telephone. This report summarizes data for mechanical harvest methods of raisin-type grapes. The totals included are only…
PMA: Work Smarter, Not Harder
…improve our efficiencies,” he said. Some people look at agriculture as being archaic, but innovation is nothing new to the industry. “The fact of the matter is we have been…
May is National Egg Month
…in a near-perfect pattern. In fact, the quality of egg protein is so high that scientists frequently use eggs as the standard for measuring the protein quality of other foods….
Robotic Apple Picker a labor Solution for Orchards
A robotic apple picker is inching closer to commercialization and possible relief from labor issues for the nation’s apple growers. Abundant Robotics is in the process of perfecting a prototype…
USDA Announces Delay, Reconsideration of Organic Livestock Rule
The Department of Agriculture Tuesday announced it would delay implementation of the final Organic Livestock Standards rule until November 14th, 2017. The rule was published in January in the final…
Dow Degree Day Report: NOW in Pistachio, May 8
…the calculator at the University of California integrated pest management website. All locations use CIMIS weather stations. NOW Degree Day reports are sponsored by Dow AgroSciences and Intrepid Edge insecticide….
The California Kitchen: Sweet Carrot Mahi
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing sweet carrot mahi with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 Carrots sliced 8oz Mahi Mahi…
NMPF April Dairy Market Report
…smaller increase in casein imports, coincides with the strong recovery of U.S. dry ingredient exports, which likely increased the net domestic demand for milk proteins. Milk Production Milk production in…
The California Kitchen: Carrot Glazed Beef Cheeks
…today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen 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,…
Cauliflower at Center Plate
…finding new and interesting ways to top it, mash it, roast it, steam it and blend it. It’s variety of colors besides white include orange, purple and green, can make…
Canada Offers Potential U.S. Ethanol Export Growth
…U.S. ethanol industry is suggesting, however, would provide additional opportunities for U.S. ethanol export sales. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: U.S. Grains Council U.S. Ethanol…
The California Kitchen: Herb and Maple Carrot Mousse
…California Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen 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, Google…
Federal Policies on Rural Issues Gain Attention
…we need to improve.” Christine Souza is an assistant editor of Ag Alert. She may be contacted at csouza@cfbf.com. Permission for use is granted by the California Farm Bureau Federation….
Urban School Food Alliance Responds to School Nutrition Standard
…increasing the use of compostable items in school food service. We look forward to continuing our close partnership with the USDA to enhance “The Greatest Hidden Treasure in America”- the…