…a flawed rule would come from a flawed process. Not only did the EPA write the proposal expanding the reach of the Clean Water Act without input from agriculture, the…
The California Kitchen: Caribbean Pineapple Chutney
…California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen:Caribbean Pineapple Chutney For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku,…
Water Board Says More Rights Will be Curtailed Soon
Scrutiny of California water use will intensify as the state’s fourth consecutive dry year wears on, and water regulators say they are preparing to take further action. Already, nearly 9,000…
USDA Seeks Input from Growers About 2015 Crops, Stocks, Inventories, and Values
During the next several weeks, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will conduct two major mid-year surveys, the June Agricultural Survey and the June Area Survey. The…
DPR 2013 Air Monitoring Shows Most Pesticides Well Below Health Screening Levels
Once again, air monitoring results released from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) show that most of the monitored pesticides, in various rural agricultural communities, were found well below…
USDA Seeks Applications for Grants to Help Socially-Disadvantaged Producers
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is now accepting applications to provide technical assistance to socially-disadvantaged groups in rural areas. “These grants will…
Dairy Farmer Recognized for Helping Endangered Bird
A California farmer is recognized for helping out an endangered species. Sabrina Hill has the story. CA Dairy Farmer Recognized Watch a video interview with Mendonsa here. Central California dairy…
S&W Seed Company to Participate in the 2015 World Seed Congress
…Company Founded in 1980, S&W Seed Company is a global agricultural company, headquartered in Fresno, California. The Company’s vision is to be the world’s preferred proprietary seed company that supplies…
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review May 22
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, jobs for grads in ag, addressing…
The California Kitchen: Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken
…Cup Brown Sugar 2 T Worcestershire Sauce To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken For this and many…
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Statement on Senate Passage of Trade Promotion Authority
Vilsack Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today released the following statement regarding Senate passage of Trade Promotion Authority legislation: “Today the Senate helped move America closer to securing responsible agreements that…
The California Kitchen: Cherry Almond Pound Cake
…1 Lb of Butter 1 Lb Sugar 2 t Baking Powder 1 Cup Roasted Almonds To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California…
USDA Reminds Farmers to Certify Conservation Compliance
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds farmers to file a Highly Erodible Land Conservation and Wetland Conservation Certification form (AD-1026) with their local USDA Service Center by June 1,…
Melon Variety Beneficial in Dry Years
A variety of cantaloupe is proving to be the best fit during these drought conditions, and a California company says this year’s crop looks to be the best yet. Melon…