Mark Hudson, USDA/NASS (National Agricultural Statistics Service), Washington, D.C. released the January citrus crop forecast reflecting a slight drop in California non-Valencia oranges with a slight increase in Valencia oranges….
Truth Matters to Consumers
…consumers. It’s true for most of our animals, but it’s not the complete truth, and it doesn’t accurately portray what it takes to keep our entire herd healthy and safe….
Stallman Ready to Pass the Gavel – #AFBF16
…farm—or cut trees, or build homes, or otherwise use the land for any productive, economic activity—then this is not the Land of Liberty,” Stallman told attendees. “It is not the…
The California Kitchen: Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Jalapeno Aioli
…California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic Jalapeno Aioli For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com…
USDA Awards $3 Million for Robotics Research
…to be investigated include: Automated systems for inspection, sorting, processing, or handling of animal or plant products (including forest products) in post-harvest, processing or product distribution environments. Improved robotics for…
Vilsack on Campbell’s GMO Labels
…interested stakeholders cooperate. However, if that is not the case, Campbell is prepared to label all of its U.S. products for the presence of ingredients that were derived from GMOs,…
Agriculture Labor Seeing Competitive Trend
…workers. The Guide is designed mainly for those needing “hands-on” information to develop wage, benefit, safety and health, and nondiscrimination policies for businesses in general industry. Read more from USDA….
National Milk Day
…many other food-additive and industrial products. — World Milk Day is celebrated on June 1. OBSERVE Have a nice, big glass of milk. Use #NationalMilkDay to post on social media….
Agri View: The Gourd
…musical instruments made of gourds, including drums, stringed instruments common to Africa and wind instruments, including the nose flutes of the Pacific. Uses Cultures from arid regions often associated gourds…
Women in Agriculture Are a Big Deal – #AFBF16
…common goals related to promoting farming and ranching, and advocating for issues important to Farm Bureau members. In recognition of the conviction held by many in agriculture that remaining indifferent…
Stallman to Farmers and Ranchers: Stand Up and Be Counted
…trees, or build homes, or otherwise use the land for any productive, economic activity—then this is not the Land of Liberty,” Stallman told attendees. “It is not the country that…
The California Kitchen: Honey Brulee Beet and Asparagus Salad
…The California Kitchen: Honey Brulee Beet and Asparagus Salad 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…
Alyssum Attracts Good and Bad Insects
…in the weeds when seasonal temperatures rise. Record numbers of bugs can invade newly planted cole crops after mustard weeds dry out in late summer. Read more from UC IPM….
National Apricot Day
…allownace for Vitamin C. Other vitamins in this low calorie snack include Vitamin B- 6, Magnesium, Iron and Calcium and is also a good source of fiber. With its unique…