…providing a lawful path for foreign workers to enter the U.S. on a nonimmigrant basis. The groups point out the only current guest worker program available, the H-2A visa program,…
Almond Board: Big Increase for Low-Dust Incentive
An incentive program that makes it more affordable for almond and walnut producers to implement low-dust harvesting equipment has more than doubled. The Almond Board of California added that growers…
Men and Young Adults Most Likely to Grocery Shop Online
…analyst. “Now is the time to start developing test programs if you lack an e-commerce program or to expand your current services. Keep in mind it’s about saving consumers time…
USDA Warns it Only Takes One Person to Spread Harmful Invasive Pests
…to California by one person who likely mailed an infected plant to that State. HLB was first detected in Florida in 2005 and has since spread rapidly. A concerted effort…
The California Kitchen: Sautee of Dates with Pecans and Honey
…Dates 4 Cup Pecans 1 Stick of butter ½ Cup Brown Sugar 2 T Honey To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen…
$1.9 Million for Alfalfa and Forage Research
…profitability, and conservation of the U.S. alfalfa forage industry. Funding is made through NIFA’s Alfalfa and Forage Research Program (AFRP). “Alfalfa and other forage crops have great potential as high-value,…
New Funding Opportunities for Higher Education
…help higher education institutions teach the next generation of food and agricultural science professionals. Funding is made through NIFA’s Higher Education Challenge (HEC) Grants Program. “Fostering tomorrow’s agricultural professionals is…
Snowpack’s Water Content Remains Far above Average
…of the water content in the snowpack. Frank Gehrke, chief of the California Cooperative Snow Surveys Program, conducted DWR’s survey today at Phillips and said of his findings, “The storm…
The California Kitchen: Apricot and Fontina Stuffed Maple Glazed Pork Chop
…today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire,…
Western Growers Forms Partnership with New Mexico Chile Association
…in other western states, including trade, food safety, water, immigration and labor. We are confident that the reputation of Western Growers and the expertise of their staff based in California…
California and Australia – a Continuing Partnership
by Karen Ross, Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture Ross Our visit to Australia was another step in furthering California’s commitment on climate smart agriculture. The trip not only…
Western Growers Applauds Senate Ag Committee Perdue Vote
…sustainability of farmers across the country. Furthermore, we trust that Secretary-designate Perdue will pursue a resolution to one of our industry’s greatest needs, ensuring that immigration reform – one that…
Air Quality Discussions Include ‘No-Farm Days’
…Air Pollution Control District said eliminating all of the combustible sources in the valley would still not meet attainment. California has incentive programs to help growers upgrade from their old…
Study Find Some Confusion Regarding New Fuel Choices
…Department of Energy study found that E15 fuel caused hotter operating temperatures, unintentional clutch engagement, erratic running, and engine-part failure. In 2014, OPEI launched its “Look Before You Pump” program…