Some areas in the state have been forced to look at micro-sprinklers for irrigation in strawberry fields due to water restrictions. Integrated Pest Management Farm Advisor Surendra Darr has an…
Alternatives to Fumigants in Strawberries
…Strawberries Integrated Pest Management Farm Advisor Surendra Darr is conducting a study that includes several products that are being used in different ways, to see if they can alleviate some…
The California Kitchen: Paella with Seafood Stock and Broth
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing paella with seafood stock and broth with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 1 salmon head 2 Onions…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications from States for $100 Million Biofuels Infrastructure Partnership
…to make more renewable fuel options available to American consumers. The Farm Service Agency will administer BIP. USDA continues to aggressively pursue investments in American-grown renewable energy to create new…
First Detection of Asian Citrus Psyllid in Citrus Orchard Reported
…nursery stock and citrus fruit will be established by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) to prevent the spread of this serious plant pest to other citrus-growing sites….
House Passes Bill to Repeal Mandatory COOL for Beef, Pork, and Chicken
…our nation’s beef, pork, and poultry producers. California exports billions of dollars of commodities and manufactured goods to Canada and Mexico, many of which are produced in the San Joaquin…
Ag. Secretary Discusses Economic Benefits of Thriving Forests and Communities during Wyoming Visit
…the American Hiking Society’s “National Marina Day” and “National Get Outdoors Day,” both offering easy introductions to outdoor fun (June 13th); The National Wildlife Federation’s “Great American Campout” (June 27th)…
The California Kitchen: Summer Garden Gazpacho
…to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Summer Garden Gazpacho For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream…
Dow Received A New Crop Label For Their Fungicide – Quintec
Dow AgroSciences received U.S. EPA and California Department of Pesticide Regulation approval for Quintec® fungicide on tomatoes. Quintec provides control of powdery mildew. Numerous field trials – conducted by the…
AFB’s Our Food Link Program
American Farm Bureau Federation Today Cathy Isom tells us about the American Farm Bureau’s Our Food Link grant program and how it is helping consumers learn about ag and where…
USDA Invests $6.7 Million in 544 Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects Nationwide
…by the 2002 Farm Bill and was reauthorized by the 2014 Farm Bill. REAP funding has helped farmers expand renewable energy use in recent years. The new Census of Agriculture…
Westlands Urges Reclamation to Comply With ESA Regarding Releases to the Trinity River
…asserts that the Bureau of Reclamation’s action to release additional water from Trinity Reservoir to the Trinity River in August and September of 2014 violated the ESA. Specifically, Reclamation’s failure…
Farm Bureau Hails Committee Action To Stop EPA Overreach
…comment period, but looking at the final rule, it’s clear no one at EPA was listening,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Bob Stallman said. “Farmers and ranchers are committed to…
The California Kitchen: Tomato Phyllo Tart
…black pepper To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Tomato Phyllo Tart For this and many more of these recipes, visit:…