…said. Meanwhile, a warmer winter back east might help California growers. “If we get a cold winter here and it slows the growing, and they have a warm winter in…
How CDFA Samples for Fruit Fly
…agency’s Division of Plant Health and Pest Prevention Services, including a practice known as fruit sampling – fruit taken from properties and checked for Medfly larvae. This short video captures…
Mediterranean Fruit Fly Quarantine Near Panorama City
…impacts on California agricultural exports and backyard gardens alike. Residents who believe their fruits and vegetables are infested with fruit fly larvae are encouraged to call the state’s toll-free Pest…
Stink Bug Could Infest by the Tens of Thousands
…the tens of thousands. Researchers are concerned about the impact the BMSB will have on California agriculture. Cooperative Extension specialist with the University of California at Berkeley, Kent Daane, recently…
Trade Group Suing Dr. Oz Over Fake Olive Oil Claims
…California or her vested interest in promoting California olive oils.” California olive oil special interests have coordinated a national campaign to spread false information about the purity of olive oil…
Canada Ranchers Under Quarantine to Receive Federal Funding
…Alberta earlier this year. Many of the cattle within the quarantine zone are slated to be destroyed, according to Canada’s government. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
FTC Says Ethanol Industry Still Competitive
…during the spring and summer driving season. The FTC is required under the 2005 energy law to release the report annually. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Ending Subsidies for Renewable Energy
…at wind and solar for their “high” subsides. During the campaign, Trump said the EPA would be gutted if he is elected. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news…
Australia Moving on TPP
…11 nations included in the trade agreement are moving forward with approving the deal and hoping Trump will reconsider the agreement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
The California Kitchen: Spicy Pomegranate Pico De Gallo
…Olive Oil 1 Bunch Fresh Cilantro Salt/Pepper To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen For this and many more of these…
Feed Inspection Advisory Board Vacancies
…and questionnaire via email to brittnie.sabalbro@cdfa.ca.gov or by mail to: California Department of Food and Agriculture Feed and Livestock Drugs Inspection Program Attention: Brittnie Sabalbro 1220 N Street Sacramento, California…
The Western View: Escaping to Morro Bay
…and San Francisco. Its famous landmark, Morro Rock, is one of thirteen volcanic plugs along the central coast. It’s what remains of a volcano that helped build central California and…
Almond Board: Almond Conference Next Week
…of California recognizes the diverse makeup of the California almond industry and values contributions offered by its growers and handlers. The Board seeks to ensure that its programs and policies…
Spray and Move Still Spreading Psyllids
California citrus leaders say it’s evident that the industry is still spreading psyllids. The current system for controlling the spread of Asian citrus psyllids during shipments isn’t killing all of…