…last year, and rainfall is currently at 125 percent of the historical average. However, in 2015 California experienced its fourth year of drought, and although conditions have greatly improved, Gov….
Veterans Get “What’s Next?” Question Answered
…or integrating their skills into new careers. For veterans exploring the next step in their careers and lives, USDA stands ready to help. With rural Americans comprising only 16 percent…
2016 Award Winners for Agriculture, Technology
…Vineyard 1869/Original Grandpere is the oldest Zinfandel vineyard in America, as documented in a deed from a U.S. Geological Survey dated in 1869. Initially planted from hardy stock, its ancient…
DWR April Snowpack Totals Report
…depth and zero water content on April 1. Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. stood on bare ground that day when he mandated a 25-percent reduction in water use throughout California….
Funding Supports Local Food and Specialty Crops
…May 12, 2016. Grant writing workshops will be held through the Agricultural Marketing Service Technical Assistance (AMSTA) Project. Please visit www.amsta.net to see if training is scheduled in your area….
The California Kitchen: Stir Fried Swiss Chard and Feta Cheese
…from AgNet West. Stir Fried Swiss Chard With Feta Cheese and Strawberries For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it…
Citrus Industry This Week: Bactericide Update; New Citrus Plant Pathologist
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes an update on bactericide use and an introduction of the new citrus plant pathologist at Indian River Research and Education Center (IRREC)….
Healthier Shopping
…produce to purchase without increasing their budgets.” Other in-store decision aides Payne and Niculescu have used include placing placards in shopping carts promoting fruits and vegetables as well as strategically…
Agri View: PETA Blasts FFA
…honest, and fair with others. Communicate in an appropriate, purposeful, and positive manner. Demonstrate good sportsmanship by being modest in winning and generous in defeat. Make myself aware of FFA…
The California Kitchen: Baked Goat Cheese With Bruleed Strawberries
…Goat Cheese With Bruleed Strawberries 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 TV and…
Almond Growers to Play Critical Role in Solving Bee Loss Puzzle
…instead, growers should opt for alternative integrated pest management (IPM) insecticide timings until more is known about the impact of insecticides on honey bees, particularly on young developing bees in…
Sierra Nevada Snowpack Still Below Average
…30), 25.2 inches in the central region (88 percent of average) and 19.3 inches in the southern region (72 percent of average). In normal years, the snowpack supplies about 30…
The Western View: Fake Science
In the current issue of Modern Farmer magazine, there’s an article that addresses GMO issues. Yes, one more discussion of applying science to our dinner. We all know that nearly…
Agri View: Farm-Raised
…if labels do not provide enough information: What country is it from? Is the fish wild-caught or farm-raised? If it is farmed, how was it grown? (Was it raised in…