…European Union, Australia, and Argentina. U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer testified before the House Ways and Means Committee Wednesday that President Donald Trump will soon make a decision on imposing…
European Union Approves Bayer Takeover of Monsanto, with Conditions
…Monsanto’s nematode seed-treatment assets will also be sold to BASF, which will also buy Bayer’s entire vegetable seeds business. The EU Competition Commission also says that Bayer and BASF will…
Fresh Advertising Campaign for California Avocados
…The overall approach will combine traditional marketing tactics with online outreach and increased social media presence. Consumers will be encouraged to participate in outdoor “wild postings” and sharing their selfies…
USDA Looking for More Funding Applications to Improve Broadband Access
…broadband service at a minimum rate-of-data transmission of 25 megabits downstream and 3 megabits upstream. That’s the official speed benchmark that the Federal Communications Commission has adopted for broadband connectivity….
The California Kitchen: Agent Spinach Dip
…Caramelized Onions 1/4 C Gorgonzola Cheese 1 C Cream Cheese 2 T Baklouti Oil TT S+P For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show:…
The California Kitchen: Corned Beef Untamed
…thick sliced Cabbage 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…
Justice Department Not Satisfied With Bayer/Monsanto Proposals
…chemical firms. The companies are still seeking approval from U.S. and EU regulators after two other major deals were approved. Those combinations were Dow Chemical and DuPont, as well as…
CDFA Works to Reinstate Emergency Pest Management Protocols
…order that invalidated segments of CDFA’s Programmatic Environmental Impact Report for Pest Prevention and Management. The court’s decision resulted in the prohibition of spraying pesticides on vegetation in parks, school…
Mexico Seeks Closing Seven NAFTA Chapters in Next Round
…trade officials told Politico the goal of the next round is to close seven chapters that are 90 percent complete and include telecommunications, digital trade, technical barriers to trade, energy,…
Secretary Perdue Testifies on Rebuilding American Infrastructure
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue testified before the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation hearing entitled “Rebuilding Infrastructure in America: Administration Perspectives.” Secretary Perdue was joined by Department…
The California Kitchen: Creamy Horseradish Sauce
…Sour Cream Splash of Heavy Cream ¼ C Parmesan Cheese 2 T Italian Seasoning For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or…
Almond Update: Monitor for Irrigation Timing
…The Almond Board of California has an irrigation calculator growers can use and there are upcoming workshops for producers. Head to Almonds.com for more information. About the Author Taylor Hillman…
Key Farm Groups Like Co-op Tax Fix
…retroactive to January first in order to negate any perceived gains as a result of what Republican lawmakers admitted is an error. It would allow farmers selling to co-ops to…
USDA Under Secretary Remains Optimistic on Trade Despite Tariffs
McKinney While U.S. agriculture braces for possible retaliation against American tariffs on steel and aluminum, a USDA Under Secretary remains optimistic about the future of trade. AgriMarketing Dot Com says…