California producers have been making continuous strides in wine industry sustainability over the years. A recent report from the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance (CSWA) shows the vast majority of the…
Almond Update: Nitrogen BMPs Research Driven, Upcoming Training
Years of high-level research have been combined to form Nitrogen Best Management Practices for almond growers. The Almond Board of California has developed the guide and created a digestible handbook…
New Manual Available for Non-Chemical Weed Control
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
…to local FFA chapters that apply for grant money. California FFA members are encouraged to share their FFA stories on Instagram with the hashtags, #FFAWeek and #CaliforniaFFA. Sponsored Content CIR…
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…
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
Researchers are asking for assistance from industry members as they investigate citrus thrips. The pest populations have been known to rapidly develop resistance to management materials. Thrips can cause issues…
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…