…labeling efforts, efforts that give consumers the information they are looking for and reward producers all along the supply chain for meeting specifications,” said Ellis. “Programs like Born and Raised…
CDFA Announces 2015 Funding For The State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP)
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) begins accepting applications today, May 18, 2015, for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP), authorized by emergency drought legislation (Assembly…
The California Kitchen: Chipotle Cherry Glazed Breast
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing chipotle cherry glazed breast with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 4 Duck Breast Scored at a 45…
Vilsack: New Investments in Water Conservation, Resilience Across Drought-Stricken States
…Already this year, NRCS state offices have targeted significant portions of their fiscal year Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) allocations to address water conservation, soil health, and resilience. In California,…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Detected in City of Bakersfield, Kern County
Adult Asian citrus psyllid, Diaphorina citri Kuwayama. Photograph by Douglas L. Caldwell, University of Florida. The Kern County Agricultural Commissioner, in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture…
CDFA Announces Vacancies On The Fertilizer Research and Education Program’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee
The California Department of Food and Agriculture is announcing three vacancies on the Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP)’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee. This subcommittee reviews and recommends fertilizer research and…
Bushy Top Bacteria Found in Other Plants
…plants. Fichtner added that it’s challenging to research a disease like this. Most of the time when new plant health problems start popping up in California, researchers can draw on…
The California Kitchen: Spinach Stuffed Bison Swedish Meatballs
…Cup Ketchup ½ Brown Sugar 3 T Worcestershire Sauce To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Spinach Stuffed Bison Swedish Meatballs…
Governor’s May Revise Budget Doubles-Down on CDFA Drought and Climate Change Programs
…last year. This program provides grants to assist with the installation of dairy digesters in California. It’s a great start to what I hope will eventually become a much larger…
Almond Leaching Programs Starting Too Late
Almond growers waiting for rains before starting dormant season leaching programs could be hurting their trees. Programs Starting Too Late Less rains during the season means more water with varying…
Many Avocado Growers Still ‘Going By Feel’
An avocado grower study in southern California has shown that a majority of producers are still judging irrigation by feel. Still ‘Going By Feel’ UC Riverside Graduate Student Researcher Julie…
The California Kitchen: Artichoke Spinach Dip
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing California artichoke spinach dip with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 1 lb Cream Cheese 1 Cup Gorgonzola…
USDA Announces Funding to Assist with Organic Certification Costs
…provided on a cost share basis and certification assistance is distributed by two programs. Through the National Organic Certification Cost Share Program, $11 million is available to organic farms and…
CDFA’s Drought Resources Web Page; a Useful Tool for Farmers, Ranchers and Farmworkers
CDFA’s Drought Resources web page stands as a valuable tool for farmers, ranchers and farmworkers seeking information about the drought in California and assistance programs. The page features links to…