…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
New requirements have recently been adopted pertaining to watering rules for California leafy greens, as a means to further increase produce safety. The new rules call for more stringent overview…
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…
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
…shipped domestic). Last year, the Almond Board of California (ABC) Board of Directors prioritized industry resources in four key areas that will ensure almonds remain as leaders in California agriculture…
Time Running Out to Submit CSP Applications
…be making funding decisions.” In California, there has been up to hundreds of thousands of acres enrolled in the program in a single year. All applicants will need to be…
CFBF: New Nighttime Lighting Requirements ‘Unrealistic’
…concerns in opposition of the new standard included the Western Agricultural Processors Association, California Association of Winegrape Growers, and the California Poultry Federation. Borden noted that ensuring the safety of…