In a recent panel discussion hosted by the organizers of the annual California Economic Summit, Vice President of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) Glenda Humiston emphasized the need…
Bayer Litigation Results in $10 Billion Settlement
…The Bayer litigation settlement comes on the heels of a ruling from U.S. District Judge William B. Shubb, blocking California from requiring Bayer to label its glyphosate products with a…
UCR Partnership to Bring New Avocados to Market
…and come off the trees prior to Hass. So, there’s potential then that they could extend the market window for California fruit,” Arpaia explained. “One variety is very Hass-like in…
USDA Misses Deadline on Origin of Livestock Rule
…including the Organic Farmers Association, California Certified Organic Farmers, National Organic Coalition, and the National Farmers Union sent a letter calling on lawmakers to enforce their mandate for NOP to…
Growing a Unique Edible Grass with a Sharp, Peppery Flavor
…can be used as a substitute for black pepper. The leaves can be eaten fresh in salads or sauteed. Another way that you can use the roots is to make…
Looking Ahead to Potential Ag Order 4.0 Impact
…data collection that’s going to be needed for this,” said Norm Groot, Executive Director of the Monterey County Farm Bureau (MCFB). The Agricultural Association Partners filed several documents in response…
The Western View: Earthquake Safety On The Farm
…Sierras but only about 60 miles away from my place near Sanger. Of course, earthquakes are nothing new to Californians. We all know we need to be ready for the…
Working Together: MFP Change May Mean More Operations are Eligible
…growers. Assistant Director, Regulatory, Technical, & Industry Affairs at California Walnut Board & Commission Adhi Kulkarni said applicants who fell just short of the adjusted gross income requirements and are…
Friends of the California State Fair Celebrates Agriculture Achievement – Awards $44,000 in Student Scholarships
…to participants who were planning to attend the event. About the California State Fair The California State Fair is an international award-winning fair, receiving top honors at the International Association…
Week in Review: Dairy Quota Saga Progresses and New Pest Control Material Hits CA
…sector. California growers have a new tool available to help combat pests in a variety of crops. The Almond Board of California has also launched a new partnership and scholarship….
How to Avoid COVID-19 Paid Sick Leave Penalties
…provided through FFCRA is in addition to the three days, or 24 hours, that is provided under California law. “If the employee wants to use their regular California paid sick…
California Winegrape Growers Expected to Suffer $437 Million in Lost Sales this Fall Due to COVID-19
…2021 could total $832 million. “Moramarco’s analysis makes clear what many California growers already know: growers will experience significant economic hardship following this year’s grape harvest,” California Association of Winegrape…
NIFA Grant Helps UCR Develop Agricultural Technology
…Of the eight institutions to receive funding support, the University of California, Riverside (UCR) was awarded a $10 million NIFA grant. The funding will be used to support the development…
El-kereamy named director of UC Lindcove REC
…in the California citrus industry,” El-kereamy said. “I am confident that, with the support of our industry, community and the University of California, we will build tomorrow’s Lindcove REC as…