Early data is out for California’s 2018 cash receipts, which shows an increase that’s supported by specialty crops. The California Department of Food and Agriculture issued an initial overview of agriculture…
The Western View: Could farmers be the heroes of the 21st century?
…California Legislature and Governor to hear that message. Our farmers – the most productive in the world – could save the earth. They bring more food per gallon of water…
Citrus Research Board Under New Leadership
…of working in California’s agricultural industry to her new position and looks forward to getting started on October 1. “I am completely dedicated and honored to be a part of…
Senate Bill 1 Passes – Governor Newsom to Veto
After a full week of long days in the California legislature, Senate Bill 1 passed both houses in the early hours of Saturday morning. The California Environmental, Public Health, and…
The California Kitchen: Roasted Apple Pork Loin
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Roasted Apple Pork Loin with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 16 oz Loin (Cleaned)…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 09-13-19
…update on California’s wildfire season and a proposed guestworker program from a Florida congressman. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media…
Canada Trade Mission Underscores Value of USMCA
…interests on the Canada trade mission including the California Prune Board, Simonian Fruit Company, the California Strawberry Commission, the Raisin Administrative Committee, and the California Pear Advisory Board. McKinney noted…
Addressing the Costs of Farm Protests
Farm protests involving environmental and animal rights groups cause significant concern for agricultural operations. One of the most recent high-profile incidents in California involved the arrest of nearly 100 protestors…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-12-19
…help sustainability goals, the 50th class of the California Agriculture Leadership program and a new case of Virulent Newcastle Disease found in Southern California. Tune in to the show for…
Almond Update: Off-Ground Harvesting Could Help Sustainability Goals
Representatives from the Almond Board of California saw first-hand the industry standard of off-ground harvesting in Israel. The practice is intriguing to the California almond industry, and ABC Director of…
The California Kitchen: House Made Corn Tortillas
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing House Made Corn Tortillas with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 3/4 C FLOUR 1/4 C…
More Virulent Newcastle Found, Now in San Diego
Statement from California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones SACRAMENTO, (CDFA-September 6, 2019) — An ongoing investigation has determined that infected birds moved from within the virulent Newcastle disease (VND) quarantine…
Stakeholders Weigh-In on Water Resilience Portfolio
Rep. Jim Costa addresses the California State Board of Food and Agriculture The California State Board of Food and Agriculture held another public comment session last week in Fresno to…
Applications for BIFS and IPM Programs Due Before November 1
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is currently accepting grant applications for the Biologically Integrated Farming Systems (BIFS) program as well as the Proactive Integrated Pest Management (IPM)…