…actions taken to implement the New Era of Smarter Food Safety Blueprint. The webinar also highlighted plans for the future. FDA will be evaluating methods for providing more opportunities to…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 11-13-20
…and ash have lingering effects on produce or soil and new ranch water quality planning tools made available for producers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes,…
USDA-NASS Report Affirms Continued Growth of Organic Sector
…that the organic sector is poised for even further growth with many producers indicating plans for increasing production and organic acreage. Listen to the radio report below. USDA-NASS Report Affirms…
The California Kitchen: Compressed Beets 2020
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Compressed Beets 2020 with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 8 OZ Beets 2 T Sugar…
The Western View: Hang in There, 2020 is Almost Over
We started our Christmas season early this year. As soon as Halloween was over, the Hallmark channel was on and Christmas glitter hung on the front gate. I can’t think…
Wildlife Needs a Helping Hand when Winter Weather Hits
Why wildlife need a little helping hand from us when winter weather hits. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image from Pixabay It’s easy for birds, deer, and…
Nearly 60 Conservation Practice Standards Revised by USDA
…to America’s farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners,” NRCS Acting Chief Kevin Norton said in a press release. “These practices are the building blocks of conservation, and they are science based…
Major Wine Acquisition Process Approaching Finalization
…planned on selling 30 wine brands and six facilities to Gallo for $1.7 billion. An adjustment to the deal that was made back in May reduced the sale price to…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-12-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a new tool provided by the Red Angus Association…
Almond Update: Global Trade Representative Headlines Session at Conference
70 percent of almonds produced in California are exported. The global market is a major area of attention for the almond industry. Growers will have the opportunity to hear from…
UCCE Offering Water Measurement and Reporting Course November 18
The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) is offering a water measurement and reporting course on Wednesday, November 18. Water-rights holders are required to report any water diverted from surface…
Proposition 15 Defeated: ‘Farmers Can Breathe A Little Easier’
Two weeks after the election, results show that Proposition 15 has officially been defeated. The ballot measure was defeated by a margin of more than 550,000 votes. A broad array…
Researchers Continue Work to Address Rice Weeds in California
Researchers with the UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) are continuing their work to help growers address various rice weeds in California. The team is focused on weedy rice, sprangletop, and watergrass…
A Few Natural, Healthy Benefits of Growing Beets
The healthy benefits of beets. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re looking for a natural way that may help you lose weight, or lower blood pressure,…