Almond Board: AIM Initiatives

Taylor HillmanAlmond Update, Specialty Crops, Tree, nut & vine crops

…frog” toward the sustainable farmof the future. It will consider each component of almond farming, from land preparation and varietal development, to equipment and processing. – See more at: http://www.almonds.com/blog/about-almond-board/almond-industry-launches-strategic-plan-accelerate-innovation-and#sthash.GlUZDmUB.dpuf…

FDA Requests Comments on Use of the Term “Natural” on Food Labeling

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…is committed to providing the public with more time to submit comments. The FDA will thoroughly review all public comments and information submitted before determining its next steps. For more…

Fog Compensates for Low Elevation

Taylor HillmanSpecialty Crops, Weather

Winter fog compensates for the lack of elevation in the pistachio producing areas of California, helping trees meet their chilling hour requirement. Fog Compensates for Low Elevation Chilling hour accumulation…

Commodity Classic Releases Mobile App for 2016 Event

Taylor HillmanTechnology

…at commodityclassic.com/app. “This tool is a great feature and will certainly come in handy for those attending Commodity Classic,” said event Co-Chair Sam Butler, a soybean grower from Alabama. “With…

USDA Shares 2015 Results

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…and major contributions in rural infrastructure, among some. Even with challenges in 2015, including an unprecedented animal disease outbreak and lower commodity prices, America’s rural communities have proven once again…

CDFA Accepting Proposals for Fertilizer Research Program

Taylor HillmanIndustry News Release

…priority research areas, and examples of successful proposals are available at: www.cdfa.ca.gov/is/ffldrs/frep/CompetitiveGrantProgram.html All concept proposals will be reviewed by FREP’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee (TASC). Concept proposals that are selected by…