California pistachio growers got important information about Sustainable Groundwater Management Act preparedness at an industry lunch Monday by Horizon Nut Company. Sabrina Hill reports. Horizon Nut Event on Water Horizon…
Pruning Young Trees Around Wet Weather
…simple: Rain and pruning don’t mix and most growers are well aware of the negatives of that relationship. El Nino weather could mean more rain more often this fall and…
The California Kitchen: Thanksgiving Turkey
…directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Thanksgiving Turkey For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or…
Farm-to-Food Bank Month a Time for Sharing and Caring
…of Food and Agriculture launched an annual program with the California Association of Food Banks (CAFB) to focus on agriculture’s commitment to alleviate hunger. It’s called Farm-to-Food Bank Month, and…
FDA issues FSMA Produce Safety, FSVP and Third-Party Accreditation rules
…Jim Gorny, PMA (Produce Marketing Association) vice president of food safety and technology. “We’re pleased that FDA considered the practical needs of the produce industry; however, we still have concerns…
Pistachio Chilling Hours Worse Than Drought
It’s no surprise to California pistachio growers that this season’s crop is looking light and experts say chilling hours were a bigger problem than the drought. Chilling Hours Worse Than…
New Raisin Variety Being Tested in Central Valley
A new raisin variety is being tested in the Central Valley and it has the potential to make production less expensive for growers. New Raisin Variety Being Tested The United…
No Economic Threshold for Big Pest
…leaf footed bug at the annual California Association of Pest Control Advisers conference last month. Tollerup says the bug can cause significant damage, and unlike some other pests, growers can’t…
The California Kitchen: Honey Brulee, Beet & Asparagus Salad
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing honey brulee Farmers Market beet & asparagus salad with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 4 Large Beets…
U.S. Rice Growers Have Less to Sell, but Prices May Be Higher
…sheet forecast for U.S. rice this season has a minus sign in front of it, except the price. U.S. Rice Growers Have Less to Sell, but Prices May Be Higher…
A Smaller U.S. Cotton Crop Than Expected, but Same Old Price Forecast
There may be some changes in the forecasts for U.S. cotton production, but will those changes affect prices? Gary Crawford reports. A Smaller U.S. Cotton Crop Than Expected, but Same…
Sixth Annual Chapman Phytosanitary Irradiation Forum March 23-24, 2016
Mark your calendars to attend the Sixth Annual Chapman Phytosanitary Irradiation Forum on March 23-24, 2016 at Chapman University in Orange, California. Organized in cooperation with the USDA and the…
Charter of Milan Establishes Important Values for a Sustainable World
…behalf of the State of California and now invite you to sign it, as well. The Charter may be viewed and signed here #signMilancharter by Karen Ross, Secretary, California Department…
The California Kitchen: Sautéed Kale with NY Steak
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Sautéed kale with NY Steak with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 3 T Rosenthal Basil Arbosana Olive…