A new manual is available with information about management practices for non-chemical weed control. The manual from the California Invasive Plant Council contains descriptions of 21 of the commonly used non-chemical…
Give FFA Day: A Chance to Support Ag Education During National FFA Week
…opportunities to students through Give FFA Day, Thursday, February 25. California FFA Foundation Development Director, Maureen Funk, shared her excitement, “We have a national FFA officer this year from California,…
New AEWR from Department of Labor Brings California Up To $16.05
…H-2A wages in the country at $16.34 an hour. The new total is an increase of more than three percent from the previous level. California will experience the largest increase…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 02-24-21
…in the developing biologicals industry, and citrus thrip research seeking industry participation. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen to previous Farm City…
The California Kitchen: Sushi Rice
Sushi Rice In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Sushi Rice with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 C Water 1 C…
Industry Members Asked to Participate in Citrus Thrip Research
…insecticide resistance. “Using the thrips that we collect from citrus growers’ orchards we’re going to map for resistance. Although citrus thrips do disperse considerably, the resistance issue seems localized,” said…
Wildeye Helps Open Month-Long Celebration for 1,000 Episodes of Farm City Newsday
…will be adapted to the individual winner’s needs and will provide important data on what is happening in the soil. Founded in 2003 and coming to California in 2016, Wildeye…
Value of Utilized Production of California Vegetables
Information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that California’s vegetable value of utilized production declined last year. According to the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), the value of California’s…
State of Organic Produce 2020 Report Released by OPN
…groups such as the Organic Trade Association, Organic Farming Research Foundation, and California Certified Organic Farmers. Association leaders highlight some of the work performed over the year aimed at advancing…
The California Kitchen: Asparagus 2021
Asparagus 2021 In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Asparagus 2021 with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 Bunch Asparagus TT S+…
Week in Review: WIIN Act Enhancements, Emerging Issue for Tomato Growers
…for tomato producers in California. The National Industrial Hemp Council and The Hemp Industries Association are looking into establishing a hemp checkoff program. With labor a constant concern for California…
New Form Required for Certain NRCS Customers
…conservation programs will need to complete form CCC-902. “In California, this new form will be needed for customers who are selected for funding in both EQIP batch periods ending March…
On-Farm Readiness Reviews Still Available for Ag Operations
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is offering On-Farm Readiness Reviews (OFRRs) for small and very small farms. OFRRs are meant to help producers better understand the requirements…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 02-18-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering an emergency registration for bacterial blast, the California Avocado…