…now falling under the smoke exposure regulation. The coalition of industry groups note that without some type of reprieve from the smoke exposure rules there may be dire consequences. “We…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 09-11-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including how smoke exposure testing limitations are ruining the winegrape…
Smoke Exposure Testing Limitations Could Be Devastating for Winegrapes
…between growers and wineries when it comes to smoke exposure. While some contracts may have specific provisions related to smoke exposure, many do not. “What’s not appropriate is for a…
Week in Review: Table Grapes Doing Well and Heatwave Helps Watermelons
The California table grape season appears to be going strong with a positive outlook for the months ahead. The recent heatwave provided some beneficial growing conditions for watermelons. Corn silage…
California Table Grapes: ‘The Season is Going Well’
…last two. The last two seasons for table grapes have been really, really rough, but this season seems to be going better.” Demand for California table grapes is reportedly strong…
UC Cooperative Extension to Investigate Healthy Soil Practices with CDFA Grants
…residue in a vineyard producing organic raisin grapes. Mulch will be applied directly under the vines, providing ground cover that will conserve soil moisture and decrease weed pressure. Generating the…
The Western View: Why is the West Burning – Again?
…of smoke? The University of California recently began a new study to show whether cattle and sheep keeping the weeds down really has an impact on wildfires. The results are…
Pandemic Safety Measures Helped Prepare Operations for Fire Season
…has also offered some masks to us as well throughout the last couple of months,” said Van Groningen. WORKING THROUGH SMOKEY CONDITIONS The smoke from multiple fires has resulted in…
Meat Institute Works with OSHA to Protect Workers
…risk of the coronavirus.” The alliance will allow for the collection of injury, illness, and hazard exposure data to be used for the identification of areas of emphasis. The two…
Week in Review: Wildfires Threaten Agriculture and An Easier Way to Process Hemp
…2020 grape harvest is also gearing up around California and things look promising despite the smoke and heat. To receive all of the top agricultural headlines in your inbox each…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-19-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Wildfire Smoke Rule Compliance amid COVID, get an update…
2020 Grape Harvest Ramping Up Around California
…Napa County told the North Bay Business Journal they began harvest last week as well. Winemaker Tami Lotz said their pinot noir grapes arrived last Tuesday. Lots told the journal,…
Newsom Announces New Housing for Ag Workers During COVID
…of COVID-19 depends on keeping our workers safe,” Newsom said. “The vital work they do every day puts them and their families at higher risk for exposure and infection. Taking…
Facility Inspections Resume for Produce Safety Rule
…required documents – having those available and accessible on a table set out for the inspector, that would be the best way to minimize that exposure.” Listen to the interview…