…of dust. Courtesy CDFA Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) populations in southern California have declined substantially thanks in part to biological control efforts. The release of significant numbers of Tamarixia radiata has helped…
Labor Shortages Continue for California Farms
California farmers and ranchers report that labor shortages continue to be an issue despite multiple efforts to help remedy the problem. The California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) worked with the…
The Western View: When Wild Bill Played Baseball
…has written for agricultural publications since the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine. His commentary “The Western View” is a regular feature on Farm City Newsday…
LGMA Adopts New Water Rules for Leafy Greens
…likely originated as a result of irrigation water from contaminated water sources such as canals and reservoirs. California LGMA worked with Western Growers, as well as other industry members and…
The California Kitchen: Strawberry Banana Pan Per deux
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Strawberry Banana Pan Per deux with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: French Style Dessert 4…
CARB and CDFA Develop New Climate-Smart Agriculture Initiative
A new program to advance climate-smart agriculture was recently announced by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) and the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The new effort will…
Deadline Extended for Producers to Certify 2018 Crop Production for MFP Payments
…to producers of corn, cotton, sorghum, soybeans, wheat, dairy, hogs, fresh sweet cherries and shelled almonds. FSA will issue payments based on the producer’s certified total production of the MFP…
Last Chance to Comment on OTA GRO Organic Initiative
The deadline for submitting comments on the Organic Trade Association’s GRO Organic Initiative is Tuesday, April 30. OTA is encouraging industry members to provide ideas and feedback on the proposed…
Hold The Line Against Huanglongbing: The Time Has Come to Meet ACP Head On
…5.6 million metric tons of citrus were lost due to ACP. What’s at stake for California growers? California represents 59% of U.S. citrus production with 265,000 acres of citrus producing…
Carne Asada Prime Rib Taco
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Carne Asada Prime Rib Taco with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 Lb Roasted Prime…
Farming Has a Long History in the Western U. S.
…Len Wilcox is a retired scientist who also ran a newspaper and has written for agricultural publications since the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine. His…
Almond Update: Critical Information on California’s Water Landscape
California’s water landscape can be confusing but an upcoming event can help simplify it. The ‘Navigating the Waters‘ event put on by the Almond Board of California (ABC) is coming…
Central Valley Meat Company Acquires Harris Ranch Beef
California’s largest cattle-raising operation, Harris Ranch Beef Holding Company, is being sold to the Central Valley Meat Holding Company. While the financial details of the transaction have not been disclosed,…
California Almond Acreage Increases in 2018
…growers may contact Bryce Spycher at bspycher@almondboard.com. i USDA-NASS. 2018 California Almond Acreage Report. April 2019. ii University of California, 2010. Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, 2012. Almond Board…