…Valley Project water contractors located north of the Delta. The California Leafy Greens Marketing Association recently endorsed new Pre-Harvest Testing guidance to help improve food safety. Dry conditions are taking…
Bronaugh Confirmation Receives High Praise from Ag Industry
…and Consumer Services,” National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Dr. Barb Glenn said in a press release. “Deputy Secretary Bronaugh deeply understands how agricultural and food policies work…
Another Record Almond Crop Forecasted by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is forecasting another record almond crop for California. The 2021 California Almond Subjective Forecast estimates a three percent increase…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Spurring Grower Conversation
The Almond Board of California has officially entered the podcast world with their “Almond Journey” podcast. ABC’s Senior Director of Global Communications Daren Williams said it wasn’t good enough to…
How to Deal with Sawflies in Your Garden
…four wings. These pests don’t sting, despite looking like wasps. Sawfly love to eat plants and will also chew through fruit. Remove any debris around your trees that might give…
The California Kitchen: Perfect Summer Chantilly Cream
Perfect Summer Chantilly Cream In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Summer Chantilly Cream with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1…
Groundwater Accounting Platform to Become Available Statewide
A new partnership seeks to make a groundwater accounting platform freely available to water users. The California Water Data Consortium (Consortium) and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF), and several state water…
Pre-Harvest Testing Guidance to Bolster Leafy Greens Food Safety
California Leafy Greens Marketing Association (LGMA) recently endorsed new Pre-Harvest Testing guidance to help improve food safety. Recurring E. coli outbreaks linked to leafy greens have increased industry efforts to…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 05-12-21
…more counties, overcoming the biggest hurdles in harvest automation technology and the multiple efforts aimed at defining the livestock and fresh producer complexities. Tune in to the show for these…
Deadline Approaching for Organic Training Grants from CCOF
The deadline is quickly approaching for grant opportunities from California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF). Future Organic Farmers grants of $5,000 dollars are available for eligible students. Up to 20 vocational and…
Beating and Treating Common Grape Pests and Diseases
…Sharpshooters. Aphids, Butterflies, mites, and Scale also have a hunger for the fruit on the vines. As if the number of pests that attack grapes wasn’t enough, there are also quite…
California Rice Acreage to Decline by One-Fifth Due to Drought
Dry conditions are taking their toll on California, with rice acreage being significantly impacted by the lack of water. Last year, a total of 514,000 acres of rice were harvested…
California Drought Declaration Extended to 39 Additional Counties
…solutions more complex,” California Fresh Fruit Association President Ian LeMay stated. “It is the hope of the Association that today’s announcement is a step to address California’s short and long-term…
Health Bite: It’s Smoothie Season
…fruit. This is where it can get really fun and you can customize for your mood or the season. Choose your favorite fruit or combination of fruits and add about…