A possible change to paid sick leave is gaining momentum and needs attention from California’s agriculture industry. Assembly Bill 555 is an act to amend current paid sick leave requirements…
California Wine Industry Reacts to Two Bill Passages
The California wine industry is responding to two bills that are considered wins for the industry. The first is the disaster aid bill. The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG)…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-05-19
…what’s going on with export markets. In California news, there’s a new Integrated Pest Management model available which takes a more systems-oriented approach and the California Rice Commission provides an…
Almond Matters: Increased Alternaria Pressure Likely After Wet Spring
…The windy and stormy weather California experienced for much of May likely contributed to moving spores throughout the atmosphere. As much of the state remains fairly damp, the abrupt increase…
Drones to Light Up State Fair
Courtesy California State Fair The California State Fair has partnered with Dish to bring a series of innovative and exciting Drone Light Shows by Great Lakes Drone Company (GLDC) to…
The California Kitchen: Braised Short Ribs Untamed
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Braised Short Ribs Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 LBS Short Ribs TT…
Final EPA Rule Exempts Farms From Emissions Reporting
The National Pork Producers Council applauded the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for finalizing its rule exempting livestock farmers from reporting to state and local authorities the routine emissions from…
New Survey Examines Consumers’ Understanding of the Environmental Impact of Chicken Production
National Chicken Council Seeks to Bridge the Gap Between Consumer Perception & Reality Further delivering on its commitment to transparency, the National Chicken Council (NCC) unveiled the findings of its…
Prevention is Key for California Tree Nut Growers
California tree nut growers face threats to crop yield year-round, from damaging diseases to fungicide resistance to erratic weather. These challenges are often unpredictable, but growers can incorporate proven best…
Agriculture industry Responds to Progress of USMCA
…call on Congress to ratify the deal.” National Pork Producers Council NPPC Appeal: Let’s Move Forward with USMCA, Leave Tariffs at Zero In response to President Trump’s plan to impose…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 05-31-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted today by Taylor Hillman. In today’s show, some history behind Pierce’s disease and how some areas of California are…
USDA Expecting the Most Cotton Exports in a Decade
…decade. “USDA has projected 2019 U.S. exports of 17 million bales,” said Dr. Jody Campiche, Vice President of Economics and Policy Analysis for the National Cotton Council. “Which would be the highest…
Pierce’s Disease and GWSS: A Deadly Combo for Grapes
Pierce’s Disease and the insect that spreads it, the glassy-winged sharpshooter, are nothing new to California and it keeps grapes from being grown in prime areas of the state. “What…
Food Safety Workshops for Produce and Livestock Operations
The California Department of Food and Agriculture is partnering with the University of California and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to provide workshops to encourage dialogue and cooperation between…