…of the California Department of Pesticide Regulation. “They’re taking opportunity, obviously during the winter months, to bring people in and talk about how to best use air blast sprayers, or…
New USDA Honeybee Research Facility to Focus on Pollinator Health
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new honeybee research facility at the University of California, Davis. The new facility…
‘It’s a Process’ to Develop Chlorpyrifos Alternatives
Multiple state agencies are working to develop chlorpyrifos alternatives, as the product is scheduled to be phased out entirely at the end of 2020. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation…
Ag Groups Respond to Senate Passage of USMCA
…for California-grown food and agricultural products, and will benefit the tens of thousands of Californians whose jobs rely on farm exports to Canada and Mexico. “This has been a big…
Chlorpyrifos Alternatives Workgroup Roundtables a ‘Complete Travesty’
…in the absence of chlorpyrifos. “To put it succinctly, tonight was a travesty,” said Roger Isom, President, and CEO of the California Cotton Ginners & Growers Association. “They presented nothing…
Almond Update: First GSA Plan Deadline for SGMA This Month
…of California‘s Principle Analyst Jesse Roseman said this is uncharted territory for everyone involved, and ABC believes groundwater recharge is a practice that will be instrumental for water sustainability. Listen to Roseman’s…
California Almond Community Announces Five-Point Pollinator Protection Plan
Credit: Almond Board of California Plan includes new partnership with North American non-profit, Pollinator Partnership (ABC) — Preceding the start of the annual almond pollination season in February, the California…
The California Kitchen: Cauliflower Bacon Bisque
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Cauliflower Bacon Bisque with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: Cauliflower Bacon Bisque 1 Qt Cauliflower…
Report Highlights Busy Year for California Rice in 2019
A new report points to an eventful year for the California rice industry in 2019, with several ongoing conservation programs and significant developments occurring in various trade markets. The 2019…
California Budget is ‘A Strong Step Forward’
…Climate Catalyst Fund which would help finance investments in low-carbon transportation options and sustainable agriculture programs. “The governor’s budget reinforces his commitment to rural California,” California Farm Bureau Federation President…
Citrus Growers Optimistic for Progress in Chinese Trade Market
The Chinese trade market is a significant export destination for California citrus growers and the ongoing trade dispute has created substantial challenges for the citrus industry. However, there is optimism…
Citrus Growers Pleased with Weather and Crop Conditions
Despite a series of storms in recent weeks temperatures so far have remained relatively mild for California citrus growers. The Weather Watch tool from California Citrus Mutual (CCM) provides daily…
The California Kitchen: Short Rib Beef Stroganoff Untamed
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Short Rib Beef Stroganoff Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Egg Noodles…
Almond Matters: Developing A Dormant Control Program
…Growers had historically used chlorpyrifos materials in the orchards before it was decided to be phased out in California. A working group was put together for the purpose of developing…