…of Food and Agriculture launched an annual program with the California Association of Food Banks (CAFB) to focus on agriculture’s commitment to alleviate hunger. It’s called Farm-to-Food Bank Month, and…
FDA issues FSMA Produce Safety, FSVP and Third-Party Accreditation rules
…Jim Gorny, PMA (Produce Marketing Association) vice president of food safety and technology. “We’re pleased that FDA considered the practical needs of the produce industry; however, we still have concerns…
Pistachio Chilling Hours Worse Than Drought
It’s no surprise to California pistachio growers that this season’s crop is looking light and experts say chilling hours were a bigger problem than the drought. Chilling Hours Worse Than…
No Economic Threshold for Big Pest
…leaf footed bug at the annual California Association of Pest Control Advisers conference last month. Tollerup says the bug can cause significant damage, and unlike some other pests, growers can’t…
The California Kitchen: Honey Brulee, Beet & Asparagus Salad
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing honey brulee Farmers Market beet & asparagus salad with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 4 Large Beets…
Sixth Annual Chapman Phytosanitary Irradiation Forum March 23-24, 2016
Mark your calendars to attend the Sixth Annual Chapman Phytosanitary Irradiation Forum on March 23-24, 2016 at Chapman University in Orange, California. Organized in cooperation with the USDA and the…
Charter of Milan Establishes Important Values for a Sustainable World
…behalf of the State of California and now invite you to sign it, as well. The Charter may be viewed and signed here #signMilancharter by Karen Ross, Secretary, California Department…
The California Kitchen: Sautéed Kale with NY Steak
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Sautéed kale with NY Steak with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 3 T Rosenthal Basil Arbosana Olive…
CDFA Wants You!
…proposals to California’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). The SCBGP is an annual competitive solicitation process designed to enhance the competitiveness of California specialty crops. Specialty crops include fruits…
The California Kitchen: Untamed Brussels Sprouts
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing untamed brussels sprouts with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 1 Lb. Brussels sprouts 1 Lb. Bacon diced…
Leaders Say Producers Adopting Technology
…member Daniel Hartwig spoke to energy and water managers at the recent Southern California Edison Water Conference in Tulare. Farm Bureau representatives addressed what the agriculture industry is doing to…
Good News for Pistachio Growers
…Walnut seminar tracts at the South Valley Nut Conference. Growers listened to industry updates from Almond Board CEO Richard Waycott, American Pistachio Growers Executive Director Richard Matoian and the California…
The California Kitchen: Southwestern Market Squash
…California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Southwestern Market Squash For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on…
Woodland California Ag Museum Transition
…field trip, I promise your appreciation of California agriculture will grow just like this museum has, because that’s what California farmers do. We grow. Visit online at www.CaliforniaAgMuseum.org Contact the…