…In doing so, the company has made history, becoming Maine’s first 100 percent solar-powered, net-zero food production facility. Its 228-panel, solar photovoltaic system generates 96,000 kWh of electricity annually. The…
Advisory Committee on Agriculture Statistics to Meet
…at the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Washington, DC headquarters 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC. There will be an opportunity for public questions and comments at 3:45 p.m. on Nov….
Extension Educators Receive National Honors
…science with powerful educational strategies to change lives and the communities where people live, work and play,” said Michelle Rodgers,Director, University of Delaware Extension, and Chair, Extension Committee on Organization…
Belgium Region Ignoring Deadline, Leaving Infinite Timeline on CETA
…it seemed “impossible” to complete the agreement. The deal was expected to be signed by the European Commission and Canada during a trade summit later this week. Canada is still…
Agri View: Refrigeration
…number of railroad miles to expand. They would make transporting fresh foods and vegetables to all parts of the country feasible. Refrigerated trucks, well, they were not common until the…
The California Kitchen: Pear and Blue Cheese Sage Crostini with shaved Bacon
…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 TV and apple TV Follow…
Vilsack Names Members and Alternates to the Hass Avocado Board
…of Goleta, Calif., and Ohannes Z. Karaoghlanian, of Temecula, Calif. The appointed importer member is Keith Barnard, of Ventura, Calif., and the appointed importer alternate member is Patrick Lucy, of…
Officials Warn of Flash Flood Potential
…take if traveling through a flash flood-prone area. “With an increased number of burn areas comes increased potential for flash flooding in those areas,” said Bill Croyle, Deputy Director of…
Canada-EU Trade Deal All But Dead
…regional parliament in Belgium opposes the deal. The region, called Wallonia, is composed of 3.6 million people. That particular region in Belgium has a strong socialist tradition, saying deals such…
Clinton, Trump Campaigns Talk Agriculture
…field, and give confidence to the American public. On the other hand, Clovis said regulations impose themselves on smaller enterprises, and “when you write regulations to re-impose regulations, you take…
Critical European Grapevine Moth Safeguarding Milestone Recognized
…eradication effort. From left: Humberto Izquierdo (Alameda), Dave Whitmer (Napa, retired), Eric Lauritzen (Monterey), Greg Clark (Napa), Tony Linegar (Sonoma), and Jim Allan (Solano). CDFA Secretary Karen Ross speaking at…
Commentary: Always be Aware When Traveling over Railroad Tracks
…any time, in either direction. Remember: Whenever you see tracks, always think train! For more information or to request an Operation Lifesaver rail safety presentation, visit www.caol.us or contact Nancy…
Funding for Organic Agriculture Research, Education-Extension Projects
…brightest scientists and extension personnel whose work results in user-inspired, groundbreaking discoveries that combat childhood obesity, improve and sustain rural economic growth, address water availability issues, increase food production, find…
Kern County 2015 Crop Report
Ruben J. Arroyo, Agricultural Commissioner/Sealer of Weights and Measures, submitted the 2015 Kern County Crop Report to Kern County Board of Supervisors and Karen Ross, Secretary, California Department of Food…