…done for the next drought. And this is California, we will have another drought. So let’s resolve, even if we have the best water year ever, to keep our politicians…
Permanent Crops Fuel Crop Report Gains
Central Valley crop reports all showed gains for 2014 and that’s partially to do with the increase in permanent crops like almonds. This video shows almond shaking from Fresno County,…
Fresno County Record Year Continues Trend of Misleading Crop Reports
Ryan Jacobsen, Fresno County Farm Bureau Another California county sees record breaking production value despite the drought, but ag leaders continue to stress, the numbers don’t show the whole picture….
Managing Bud Failure Depends on Orchard Age
Bud failure has been more of an issue for almond producers this season in northern California and management differs, depending on the age of the orchard. Depends on Orchard Age…
The California Kitchen: South Western Market Squash
…Cut in Medium dice 1 Green Squash Sliced in Rounds Marcona Almonds Grape Tomatoes Caramelized Onions Rosenthal White Balsamic To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from…
Ranchers Remain Cautious Despite El Niño Forecast
With talk of a strong El Niño brewing and with it, the potential for above-average precipitation this fall and winter, California livestock ranchers say they are hopeful about getting some…
Annual Santa Maria Vegetable Meeting on September 24, 2015
The University of California Cooperative Extension’s Strawberry and Vegetable Crops Advisor, Surendra Dara is hosting his Annual Santa Maria Vegetable Meeting September 24, 2015 from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm….
Fresno County Agricultural Value Sets Record
The Fresno County Department of Agriculture 2014 Crop and Livestock Report was presented to the Fresno County Board of Supervisors. Overall, agricultural production in Fresno County totaled more than $7.03…
Moth Limited to Part of Napa County
The European grapevine moth was found in California in 2009 and leaders says eradication could be around the corner. Moth Limited to Part of Napa County Napa County Agriculture Commissioner…
The California Kitchen: Farmers Market Ratatouille
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook an amazing farmers market ratatouille with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 3 T Olive Oil 1 Medium Egg…
Finalists Named for 2015 California Leopold Conservation Award
…industry. Several Altman team members actively serve on agricultural boards. The 2015 California Leopold Conservation Award will be presented in December at the California Farm Bureau Federation’s Annual Meeting in…
The California Kitchen: Stir Fried Figs with Skirt Steak and Sweet Peppers
…listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Stir Fried Figs with Skirt Steak and Sweet Peppers For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com…
Hot Temps Increase Bud Failure
Bud failure in the almond industry has been documented for many years and experts have proven that extreme heat during the growing season can increase that occurrence. Hot Temps Increase…
California Farms and WOTUS
…he says it’s very bad for our farmers and ranchers. Sabrina Hill reports. WOTUS and California agriculture From the Federal Policy Department at the California Farm Bureau Federation, Josh Rolph…