…by several industry groups including the California Farm Bureau Federation, Western Growers Association, and the California Association of Pest Control Advisors. The Western Agricultural Processors Association, California Citrus Mutual, Almond…
Challenge Brought Against Proposed Del Puerto Canyon Reservoir
…80,000 acre-feet of water. The Sierra Club, California Native Plant Society, Center for Biological Diversity, and Friends of the River have sued the Del Puerto Water District (DPWD) for approving…
Beet Curly Top Virus in Tomatoes Somewhat Manageable in 2020
It appears that beet curly top virus in tomatoes was somewhat manageable for California growers in 2020. Vegetable crops Farm Advisor for Fresno County, Tom Turini explained that the virus…
Importance of Grape Crush Report During Heavy Wildfire Year
…California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) issued a release stating that the 2020 questionnaire may be more difficult for processors due to the number of wildfires in the state and…
FarmLink Project Helps Farmers Get Food to Those in Need
…really support the people that we set out to, farmers and food banks.” It is simple for farmers to get connected with the project and begin working through the process….
Air Quality Mandates Putting a Squeeze on Agricultural Producers
A multitude of air quality mandates is expected to create significant challenges for farmers and ranchers over the next 15 years. The California Air Resources Board’s 2020 Mobile Source Strategy…
NIFA Awards Over $16M for Small Business Innovation Research Program
…approved for Phase II grant funding. There are a wide variety of projects planned for Phase II with five selections made here in California. Some of the California projects include…
Week in Review: Choosing the Next Ag Secretary, Tomato Virus Continues to Spread
…tomato spotted wilt virus continues to spread through production areas of California. The plan to raise Shasta Dam and increase its water storage capacity is officially moving forward. The California…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 11-27-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the importance of farmers being their own storytellers, obtaining…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 11-27-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the importance of farmers being their own storytellers, obtaining…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-26-20
…the farmers’ share. You’ll also hear how the ag industry is better prepared for a second COVID wave, and how an update to Prop 65 may be concerning for nut…
Wildfire Recovery Funding Available from NRCS
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced that wildfire recovery funding support is available to California producers. Approximately $4 million in funding is being made available through the Environmental…
The California Kitchen: The Perfect Turkey Breast
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare the Perfect Turkey Breast with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 Whole Turkey Breasts 7…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-26-20
…the farmers’ share. You’ll also hear how the ag industry is better prepared for a second COVID wave, and how an update to Prop 65 may be concerning for nut…