…have a certification form on file since it’s required for participation in most USDA programs including marketing assistance loans, farm storage facility loans and disaster assistance. However, farmers who only…
Melon Variety Beneficial in Dry Years
A variety of cantaloupe is proving to be the best fit during these drought conditions, and a California company says this year’s crop looks to be the best yet. Melon…
The California Kitchen: Lemon Cherry Granita
…California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Lemon Cherry Granita For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on…
Beet Curly Top Virus Grower Alert
Beet Leafhopper Overwintering Adult The Beet Curly Top Virus Control Program (BCTVCP) would like to remind tomato growers to be aware of fallow fields, almond/pistachio orchards, or vineyards with weedy…
Almond Board: Hullsplit Strategic Deficit Irrigation
As we’re getting near the time of almond hullsplit, growers should be thinking about irrigation techniques, such as strategic deficit irrigation. Sabrina Hill has more. Almond Update Strategic Deficit Irrigation…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Cherry Ham
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing California smoked cherry ham with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 2 T Honey 1 Cup Pitted Cherries…
Waiting for Natural Mite Defenses
Almond growers can save time and money by allowing natural defenses to take care of mite problems. Waiting for Natural Mite Defenses Integrated pest management farm advisor Kris Tollerup says…
Orchard Assessment Project Looking at Bigger Picture
…the project that was originally funded by the Almond Board of California, and says a true assessment of an orchard should look at a much bigger picture. Orchard Assessment Project…
Cantaloupe Production Expanding North
Over the last few years, cantaloupe production in California has changed and new areas of the state are starting to see melon production. Industry leaders say they got complacent and…
Proportion Deficit Irrigation in Almonds
Many almond growers in the state are looking at proportion deficit irrigation to get through another dry year and experts agree. Proportion Deficit Irrigation in Almonds Pomology Nut Crop Advisor…
Important Insurance Change Deadline
…District Director Chris Keeler stopped by a recent almond meeting to inform growers of an important change to crop insurance policies. Keeler says this change will affect a lot of…
The California Kitchen: Cherry Tart Crumble
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing California cherry tart crumble with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: Pie Crust 1 Cup Flour 1 T…
Short-Term California Rain, Good for Range and Pastureland
Original uploader was Theonlysilentbob at en.wikipedia USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says rain in California and elsewhere is good for the range and pastureland in the short term. Short-Term California Rain,…
Editorial: Country of Origin Labeling
…The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service, which enforces COOL, has repeatedly said COOL is not a food safety program, but rather a marketing program. However, as a marketing program it is…