The California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) supports a program of reasonable regulation the legislative deadline approaches. While appreciating the importance of safety and health in agricultural production, CFBF advocates for…
Elderberry Project Evaluates Viability of California Production
An elderberry project is underway to study farm management practices and market potential for elderberry products in California. The project was launched by the UC Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education…
The California Kitchen: Almond Raisel Bark
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Almond Raisel Bark with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C Pistachios ½ C Raisels…
The Super Bowl Party and the Avocado
…the number of loads coming is reportedly surpassing last year’s numbers. According to the California Avocado Commission, 139.4 million pounds of avocados will be eaten on Super Bowl Sunday this…
Secretary Perdue to Speak at World Meat Conference This Summer
…draw from the world’s foremost experts on topics such as health and nutrition, production technologies, animal care and sustainability – issues that demand our full attention if the red meat…
Census of Agriculture – Deadline Coming Fast
The 2017 Census of Agriculture is underway in California and across the country, but the deadline for response–February 5, 2018–is closing fast. The USDA mailed questionnaires to over 3 million…
Register for Rice Technical Working Group Conference
The University of California is hosting the 37th Rice Technical Working Group Conference, February 19 through February 22 in Long Beach. The event will feature several committee meetings on various…
The California Kitchen: Roasted Pistachio Milk Chocolate Cluster
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Roasted Pistachio Milk Chocolate Cluster with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Pistachios 1…
Dairy Industry Emphasizing Unity
International Dairy Foods Association President and CEO Michael Dykes gave his annual state-of-the-industry speech to the Dairy Forum in California. One of his highlights focused on the unity between dairy…
USDA Names 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum Student Diversity Program Winners
…essay on Agriculture as a Career, she envisioned helping “find new markets for our agriculture commodities.” Undergraduate winners Name University University Type Stephanie Alvarado California State University, Chico HSI Cameron…
California Tomato Processors Expect to Contract 12 Million Tons in 2018
…2017 California Processing Tomato Report. This early processing tomato estimate is funded by the California League of Food Processors, in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture. 2018…
Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted in Los Angeles County
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Los Angeles County Agricultural Commissioner’s office have eradicated an Oriental fruit fly (OFF)…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 01-26-18
…Hillman. Today we talk to Sonoma County Winegrower’s President Karissa Kruse about the North Coast fires that she lost her house to and their continued sustainability work in their region….
The California Kitchen: Baked Lemon Asparagus
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Baked Lemon Asparagus with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 10 Individual Asparagus ¼ C Olive…