U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack has designated 50 counties in California as being primary natural disaster areas because of recent drought conditions. In a letter to Governor Gavin Newsom, Secretary…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-18-21
…California has small businesses and CPA’s concerned. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen to previous Farm City Newsday episodes… Danielle Leal Multi-Media…
Almond Update: Mexico, A Surprisingly Primed Market for Almond Growth
Mexico isn’t viewed as a major market for California almonds but the region is primed for exponential growth according to the Almond Board of California. North American Marketing Manager Becky…
The Western View: It’s Railfest Weekend in Reedley!
…For decades it’s been an essential part of the holidays for many Central California families. The Wahtoke Railroad is an important part of those holiday visits. The driving force behind…
Understanding the California Water Futures Market
California has recently established a water futures market that has brought with it some criticism as well as confusion. As the first of its kind in the country, it will…
Katherine Tai Confirmed as New U.S. Trade Representative
…when she was first selected by President Joe Biden for the position. Groups including the California Fresh Fruit Association, National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, Western Growers, and National…
The California Kitchen: Roasted Broccolini
Roasted Broccolini In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Roasted Broccolini with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 LB Broccolini 3 T…
Farm City Newsday 1,000 Episodes Celebration Wraps Up with Biobest
…information out to the industry. “Doing this daily podcast to provide farmers, growers, and anybody in the agriculture industry with some information that can be useful to them while they’re…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-17-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how conventional and organic growers can deal with fungal…
UC Wolfskill Not Changing Walnut Improvement Program Focus
…almost two weeks earlier than Chandler yet holds similar qualities. We are very optimistic about this one. We’ve had a lot of good feedback from growers in grower trials and…
U.S. Dairy Groups Call for Reform of Canada’s Administration of TRQ
…International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) issued a joint letter detailing their concern. The groups assert that Canada is not fulfilling its obligation for fair market access under the U.S.-Canada-Mexico Agreement…
‘First Receiver’ Sticking Point for New Food Safety Rule
The new proposed rule regarding food safety is a step in the right direction, however, a definition for a ‘First Receiver’ seems like an issue. The Produce Marketing Association submitted…
Food Traceability Proposed Rule Raises Concerns from Industry Members
…Foods, establishes enhanced recordkeeping standards for foods on the Food Traceability List. Produce Marketing Association (PMA) Vice President of Supply Chain and Sustainability, Ed Treacy said the proposal is a…
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Federal Estate Tax
…supported by the National Association of Manufacturers, National Taxpayers Union, Family Business Coalition, and many others. AFBF has been working to alleviate the burdens of the death tax for quite…