The California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) reminds members that there are some updated food safety requirements. CEO of California LGMA, Tim York said they developed several safety enhancements over…
Agronomic Minute: Mitigating Risks of Alternaria Pressure
…can defoliate a tree by July. So, it is something that growers will treat for regularly, especially in those southern counties in California,” Smith explained. “It’s not usually an issue…
Fresno State Prepares the Next Generation of Agriculture Teachers
Fresno State is known for being home to one of the most in-depth agriculture education programs and for being the source of many of California’s high school agriculture teachers. Dr….
No Surprises in Grape Crush, But Report Highlights Future Considerations
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Final Grape Crush Report for 2021 demonstrated an increase of 9.2 percent from 2020. “We weren’t overly surprised by what we saw,”…
Exceptionally Dry Conditions Prompt Further Drought Action
After a historically dry January and February, officials are taking further drought action. The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has reduced allocations for the State Water Project to five…
Pop Up Port Facilities Provide Innovation to Export Efficiency
…month in Oakland California, and now, the newest site in Seattle improves shipping ag exports to market destinations by allowing the process to become more efficient. Listen to Vilsack discuss…
Spring Vegetable Crop Research Update April 6
…Westside Research and Extension Center with and overview of pest and disease concerns in Central Valley vegetable crops from Fresno County Farm Advisor Tom Turini. Zach Bagley from the California…
The California Kitchen: Perfect Zucchini a la Plancha
Perfect Zucchini a la Plancha In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Zucchini a la Plancha with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will…
Gene-Edited Beef Cattle Receive Low-Risk Determination from FDA
…hazard. Because of the enforcement discretion determination, the cattle will be allowed to enter commerce without going through the animal drug approval process which is typically how FDA regulates IGA…
Industry Groups Ask CARB for Regulatory Relief Amidst Supply Chain Challenges
A coalition of industry groups is asking for some regulatory relief from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). More than two-dozen industry organizations have expressed significant concern about the final…
Discovery FFA Programs Provide Students With New Experiences
Middle school students in Fort Bragg, California have been fortunate enough to receive new agriculture classes as part of their available electives. Fresno State graduate and new agriculture teacher, Becca…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Providing Unique Industry Insight
The Almond Journey Podcast from the Almond Board of California (ABC) has been bringing industry members closer through shared experiences and insight from fellow industry members. ABC Senior Specialist of…
The California Kitchen: Pavlova Untamed
Pavlova Untamed In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Pavlova Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 55 G Egg Whites 55…
Industry Collaboration Helps End Surveillance Sampling of Leafy Greens
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is discontinuing surveillance sampling of leafy greens grown in Salinas Valley. California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) CEO Tim York described the decision…