California’s largest cattle-raising operation, Harris Ranch Beef Holding Company, is being sold to the Central Valley Meat Holding Company. While the financial details of the transaction have not been disclosed,…
California Almond Acreage Increases in 2018
…shipped domestic). Last year, the Almond Board of California (ABC) Board of Directors prioritized industry resources in four key areas that will ensure almonds remain as leaders in California agriculture…
Time Running Out to Submit CSP Applications
…be making funding decisions.” In California, there has been up to hundreds of thousands of acres enrolled in the program in a single year. All applicants will need to be…
CFBF: New Nighttime Lighting Requirements ‘Unrealistic’
…concerns in opposition of the new standard included the Western Agricultural Processors Association, California Association of Winegrape Growers, and the California Poultry Federation. Borden noted that ensuring the safety of…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-24-19
…their good work and environmentally friendly farming practices. You’ll also tune in to a report which details Sacramento lawmakers hearing concerns from the grape industry and we’ve got more news…
Sacramento Lawmakers Hear Concerns from California Grape Industry
Several industry members recently went to Sacramento to meet with legislators and regulators to discuss the challenges that California grape producers are facing. President and CEO for Allied Grape Growers,…
Mechanical Vineyard Pruning Possible Without Replanting
…from University of California Cooperative Extension researchers that was published in HortTechnology demonstrates that replanting is not necessary. Research conducted in Madera County found that growers can mechanize their operations…
Senate Environmental Quality Committee to Review SB458 Amendment to The Statewide Ban of Chlorpyrifos
Senate Bill 458 which was introduced by Maria Durazo, (D, Los Angeles), is a bill which will prohibit the statewide use of chlorpyrifos. Since its introduction, the California Farm Bureau…
Water Allocations Updated for CVP South-of-Delta Contractors
…a full 100 percent allotment was back in 2006. Westlands Water District General Manager Thomas Birmingham also expressed disappointment in the updated allocations and the regulations surrounding California’s water supply….
EU Trade Negotiations Progress Despite Reluctance to Include Agriculture
…negotiated. So, the path to any agreement does not look like it’s going to be either quick or smooth.” The EU trade negotiations will have a significant impact on California…
The California Kitchen: Refreshing Cranberry Cucumber Water
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Refreshing Cranberry Cucumber Water with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Cranberries 2 English…
Reminder: Systems Approach to Moving Bulk Citrus
Communication is key to staying compliant while moving citrus. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is reminding the citrus industry that since Asian citrus psyllid quarantine zones were…
Growing Radicchio Adds Color to Your Garden
…up on This Land of Ours. Growing Radicchio Adds Color to Your Garden Radicchio is a common and pretty vegetable used widely throughout Italy. Growing Radicchio in your garden adds…
The California Kitchen: Perfect Crispy Fried Chicken
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Perfect Crispy Fried Chicken with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: Set fryer to 330 degrees…