…Everett Griner… Image credit: Old tractors (McCormick and Deering in the foreground) at Imperial Valley Farm Equipment Museum. January 1997/Gerald Holmes, California Polytechnic State University at San Luis Obispo, Bugwood.org…
Pest Prevention Programs Allowed to Continue
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) will now be allowed to continue its pest prevention programs. California’s Third District Court of Appeal has granted a stay of a…
US Sales of California Wine Increased in 2017
Sales of California wine increased approximately three percent in the American market, with an estimated retail value of $35.2 billion in 2017. Domestic shipments also increased by one percent as…
RVP Period Begins Friday as Fuel Prices Climb Higher
…astronomical barriers. “RVP relief now means lifting our rural economy out of the worst crisis in a generation, with farm income plunging to a 12-year low,” Skor says. “It also…
Agriculture Groups Oppose Tariffs
…impacts every step of the agriculture economy, from securing financing to marketing. “Imposing tariffs has the potential to undermine positive relationships with our closest allies and erode long-standing market access….
The California Kitchen: Milk Chocolate Mushroom Rocky Road
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Milk Chocolate Mushroom Rocky Road with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 Lb M Chocolate…
Almond Update: 5 Reminders for Hull Split
Hull split is around the corner for almond growers. The Almond Board of California has five things growers need to remember going into this critical time of the year. ABC’s…
Brazil Trucker Strike Disrupting Ag Exports
…the top exporter of soybeans, sugar, coffee, and chickens. The strike over high fuel prices has brought Latin America’s largest economy to a complete stop. Roads are empty and major…
Abnormal Weather Takes A Toll on California Olive Crop
The late winter freeze caused significant issues for several different commodities throughout the state and has been especially problematic for the California olive crop. The fluctuating temperatures have created substantial…
The California Kitchen: Mushroom Mardi Gras Mole
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Mushroom Mardi Gras Mole with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 qts beef stock 3…
NAFTA Talks Continue, Time Running Short
…is in Washington this week, meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and others, according to Bloomberg News. However, absent from the table is Mexico’s Economy Minister, who is attending…
Agri View: Tree Crop and Row Crop Differences
…be timed that way. Tree crops. There is peaches, apples, pears, and several others. And, nut trees. In just about every southern state from California to Florida, farmers can irrigate…
Dairy Groups Ask for Original Oversight
…of the administration’s efforts to expand the U.S. economy and grow American jobs, FDA has a responsibility to safeguard our consumers while also working in tandem with our trade agencies…
Research Funding Recently Approved for Grapevine Viruses
The California Department of Food and Agriculture recently approved $3.4 million in funding for research focused on grapevine viruses. The decision was made the Pierce’s Disease/Glassy-winged Sharpshooter Board meeting held…