…that has foliage that resembles holly leaves. They grow well in countries over the world and, in the U-S, do best in Florida and California. Macadamia nut trees are self-pollinating,…
Week in Review: Water Futures Market Details and Repealing the Death Tax
California has recently established a water futures market that has brought with it some criticism as well as confusion. Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation that would repeal the federal estate…
‘Critically Important’ Farm Workforce Bill Receives House Approval
…Senate. “We’ll need a future full of labor and that’s where improvements to the H-2A program had to be made and that’s captured well in this bill,” Puglia explained. Listen…
The California Kitchen: Al Pastor Pork
Al Pastor Pork In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Al Pastor Pork with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 Lbs Pork…
Lawmakers Support Push to Address Container Shortages
A group of bipartisan lawmakers is pushing for more to be done about the continued container shortages at American ports. The group expressed its concern in a letter to Michael…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-19-21
…the impacts of beneficial fungus on tomato genotypes, and Ag Secretary Vilsack declaring drought conditions in California. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
Vaccinating the CA Farm Labor Population Has Been ‘Hit or Miss’
Under California’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, the state has opened up Phase 1B. Individuals 65 and older, as well as three sector populations including education and childcare, emergency services, and…
Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California
…all areas of California are now considered natural disaster areas due to drought. The designation from Secretary Vilsack means that farmers and ranchers are considered eligible for assistance programs through…
USDA Makes Additional Funding Available for Value-Added Produce Grant Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that additional funding will be made available for the Value-Added Producer Grant Program this year. The additional funding is being made possible through the Consolidated…
Some of the Best Tricks to Use for Cleaning Houseplants
…so they’ll continue to look healthy and shiny. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Some of the Best Tricks to Use for Cleaning Houseplants https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-AkhotZH7GM Clean…
Comment Period for Regulating Animal Biotech Reopened by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has reopened the comment period for shifting regulatory authority pertaining to animal biotech. Initially, the comment period expired on February 26. USDA will now…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-18-21
…be a bit overstated, Mexico serving as a primed market for almond growth, Australian researchers developed an alternative method for milk processing, and a potential tax on PPP loans in…
Almond Update: Mexico, A Surprisingly Primed Market for Almond Growth
Mexico isn’t viewed as a major market for California almonds but the region is primed for exponential growth according to the Almond Board of California. North American Marketing Manager Becky…
The Western View: It’s Railfest Weekend in Reedley!
…For decades it’s been an essential part of the holidays for many Central California families. The Wahtoke Railroad is an important part of those holiday visits. The driving force behind…