…of their time. A map is available online describing each shortage area for FY 2016. Applications are due May 20. Please see the request for applications for more information. In…
The Homeless Garden Project in Santa Cruz
…and renewal. HGP Director Darrie Ganzhorn said, “Our vision is to create a thriving and inclusive community, workforce and local food system. Our goal is to create a world-class farm.”…
Local Food Market
…without antibiotics and growth hormones, says Brad Masi, an instructor in environmental studies at Oberlin College in Ohio. The gold standard is to buy both local and organic. Bottom line….
Agri View: El Niño
…period shown is March—May 2016, “MAM”; the last is December 2016—February 2017. Model data from the North American Multi-Model Ensemble (NMME). Climate.gov figure. Click for large image. There are two…
The California Kitchen: Poppy Seed Fuji Apple Chicken Salad
…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, Linkedin: Albert J. Hernandez The…
New GroupGAP Program for the Produce
…farmers, more options for consumers, and strong verification of food safety practices. It is a true win-win. We’re proud to have developed this innovative solution in partnership with our stakeholders.”…
Record Growth in U.S. Organic Producers
…businesses and infrastructure projects since between 2009. Industry data estimates that U.S. local food sales totaled at least $12 billion in 2014, up from $5 billion in 2008. More information…
Pork Producers Support ‘CARB’ Recommendations
…delivered in feed and water. Additionally, the pork industry has invested more than $6 million to collect data related to and conduct research on the resistance issue, including on alternative…
Backyard Chicks
…exciting journey! BYC (BackYardChickens) is FULL of great information. If your question isn’t answered in our Learning Center Articles then we promise there is an answer on our chicken forum….
Agri View: Feral Hog Efforts
…in Tennessee. “We have to schedule them in one-week increments, and well in advance.” Because hogs are unpredictable and often change feeding habits, good reconnaissance is a pre-requisite for any…
The California Kitchen: Crepes With Strawberry Jubilee
…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, Linkedin: Albert J. Hernandez…
Water Supply Allocation Announced for CVP
…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…