The damage caused by recent ecological disasters has helped highlight agriculture’s role in mitigating the effects of climate change. California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross pointed out…
Hopes That Dry Year Will Prompt Action on Water Management and Storage
There is hope that the unfortunate conditions of California’s water supply this year will prompt decisive action on water management and storage. President and CEO of Western Growers, Dave Puglia…
Fiddle-Leaf Figs are an Evergreen Ornamental “In” Plant to Have
One of the top-selling houseplants known for it’s style in magazines and hotel lobbies. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. An indoor fiddle leaf fig tree By LuizCent…
AB 616 Passes California Senate, Disappointing Ag Groups
The California State Senate has approved AB 616, much to the dismay of several agricultural organizations. AB 616 would overhaul the voting process for unionization, allowing for a type of…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-30-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the stark contrast between 2020 and 2021 for winegrape…
Grassley Wants Administration to Fill Ag Trade Positions
Senator Chuck Grassley, an Iowa Republican, called on President Biden to fill a couple of key USDA positions that deal with agricultural trade. He wants qualified officials appointed to the…
California Plums Gain Market Access to Japan
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced that Japan has granted market access for California plums. The announcement comes after several rounds of negotiations between the U.S. and Japan,…
Growing One of the Tastiest Tropical Fruits on the Planet
What you need to know about growing one of the tastiest tropical fruits on the planet. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Najib Zamri from Pixabay…
The California Kitchen: Grilled Stone Fruit Berry Compote
Grilled Stone Fruit Berry Compote In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Grilled Stone Fruit Berry Compote with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will…
Contract Producers Eligible for Assistance Under Recent CFAP 2 Update
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2) is being updated to provide support for contract producers left out of previous relief efforts. Livestock and poultry producers along with producers…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 08-27-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including the importance of vigilance as rural crime picks up,…
EPA Announces Resources to Better Address Nutrient Pollution Affecting Waters
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released new resources to address adverse effects of nutrient pollution in waters, including algae blooms. The three new resources will help EPA’s co-regulators and partners…
Port Uncertainty Makes for Tough Decisions for Fresh Fruit Industry
The congestion at West Coast ports continues to be an ongoing struggle, which is becoming even more problematic for the fresh fruit industry. There have been various issues disrupting the…
One of the Earliest Cultivated Plants in Human History
The fruit tree that is thought to be one of the earliest cultivated plants in human history. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Simon from Pixabay…