…the country. Table grape suppliers submitted bids in a competitive process after going through a rigorous process in order to become a USDA vendor. “The 2018 season has been a…
CFDF Issues Virulent Newcastle Disease Alert
…Riverside County. State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones ordered the mandatory euthanasia of birds in the Compton, Muscoy, Mira Loma and Perris neighborhoods of Southern California. If you live in those…
New ‘Bee Where’ Program Should Be Here By Spring
The ‘Bee Where’ program that was launched at the California Association of Pest Control Advisors annual conference is expected to be ready to go by spring. Riverside County Agricultural Commissioner…
Farm Bureau’s Duvall, Aiken Cite Strengths of Clean Water Rule
…farmers and ranchers additional details about the proposed rule. Duvall said farmers and ranchers are committed to protecting America’s waterways and drinking water, and the new Clean Water Rule will…
USDA Traveler Website Helps Santa and His Elves
…holidays to come. “As we are in the overall season of family, feasting and gift-giving, we are thrilled to hear directly from Santa’s elves that the big man himself was…
The Western View: What We Don’t Know About Geo-Engineering
…can predict the outcome. The unintended consequences could be catastrophic. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. Visit us online at www.citrusindustry.net. Sponsored…
Hesitation in Celebrating Interim Trade Deal with China
…the agreement by making a significant purchase of U.S. soybeans; the first sizable order in six months. The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed sales of 1.13 million tons of American…
Round Two of Trade Mitigation Payments Coming From USDA
…managing the food purchase and distribution program, purchasing up to $1.2 billion in various commodities. USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is distributing these commodities through multiple nutrition assistance programs. …
Six New Dairy Biomethane Projects Receive Funding
Multiple dairy biomethane projects were recently awarded funding by members of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), the California Air Resources Board (CARB), and the California Department of Food and…
Series of Rice Grower Meetings Coming Up in January
…18. The last meeting the series will be held on Tuesday, January 22. More information regarding the specific locations for each of the meetings can be found online at the…
USDA Launches New Program to Create High-Speed Internet e-Connectivity in Rural America
…supports infrastructure improvements; business development; housing; community facilities such as schools, public safety and health care; and high-speed internet access in rural areas. For more information, visit www.rd.usda.gov. Source: USDA/Rural…
World Ag Expo Gearing Up with Top Product Winners
…high-capacity zero emissions forklifts to run continuous shifts. With built-in onboard Level 1 and 2 charging, and optional DC quick charge option, forklift downtime is minimized. Website: http://xlliftsinc.com/product/electric-produce-handler/ Exhibit Space: 3302, 3303, 3304,…
The California Kitchen: French Tapenade
…C Cilantro 1.5 T Garlic Minced TT S+P 2 T Sugar 1/4 C Red Wine Vinegar For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show:…
EPA and Army Propose New “Waters of the United States” Definition
…implementation challenges. This proposed definition provides a common-sense approach to managing our nation’s waters.” The agencies’ proposed rule would provide clarity, predictability and consistency so that the regulated community can…