Day two of the Almond Conference will include some interesting insights. The Almond Board of California said they will have a blind consumer panel that doesn’t know they will be…
Pretty Now, Pests Later-Invasive Plants
…aggressive growers multiply quickly but aren’t necessarily capable of overtaking your property and competing with native flora. Of course, not all impressive growers and easy-to-maintain plants will cause you trouble….
The California Kitchen: Buñuelos/Mexican Cookies Untamed
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Buñuelos/Mexican Cookies Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C Flour 1/4 C Sugar…
New Cotton Trust Protocol Initiative
The National Cotton Council (NCC) recently introduced a new initiative intended to meet the industry’s 2025 sustainability goals. The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol will collect data for the purpose of…
Secretary Perdue Talks Climate Change During a visit To California
While visiting Paradise, California Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue saw first hand the damage caused by the Camp Fire. Perdue and U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke stopped to talk…
New Labeling Allows Romaine Lettuce Back on Shelves
…of the Northern/Central Coast of California, or that is greenhouse/hydroponically grown is safe to sell and consume. From the FDA Press Release Based on discussions with major producers and distributors,…
USDA Announces Funding for CA Water Infrastructure
…signed a memo regarding access to water in California. And, on Tuesday, the Secretaries and other California state representatives made an announcement that the USDA is investing in more than…
USDA Actively Addressing Rural Veterinary Shortages
…and veterinary practices. Information from the California Farm Bureau Federation indicates that since 2013 California has submitted 26 nominations for the program, with only four awards being issued. Both programs…
California Economic Summit Looks to Elevate Rural California
…broadband,” Humiston noted. California Economic Summit Looks to Elevate Rural California About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March…
E. coli Investigation and Warning Fallout Continues
…supply during that time is dominated by the golden state. Monterey County Agriculture Commissioner Henry Gonzales told Salinas-based newspaper The Californian that it’s very likely from his region. Romaine growers…
NRCS Takes Individual Approach to Sustainability Projects
…with the growers,” said Mather. “It is fairly individualized and depends on the growers that you’re working with. Sometimes you have to try to dig and try to find a…
Nationwide E-Coli Outbreak in Romaine Lettuce
…Caesar salad.” A total of 32 people in 11 states including California have become ill from the outbreak. The CDC has not been able to identify the source of the…
Managing Soil as An Ecology Can Create Better Growing Conditions
…too,” said Rex Dufour, Manager of the California Office of the National Center for Appropriate Technology. “It goes beyond applying NPK fertilizers. Understanding your soil as an ecology and managing…
Hemp Production Regulations Gearing Up for New Year
Infrastructure for industrial hemp production is on its way. The California Department of Food and Agriculture has officially announced proposed regulations for a new industrial hemp industry that can form…