…is a retired scientist who also ran a newspaper and has written for agricultural publications since the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine. His commentary “The…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-10-19
…that come with it, California Farm Bureau’s roadshow making a pitstop in Sonoma County, how individual efforts in sustainable ag practices are collectively helping the overall almond industry and how…
E&J Gallo Acquires Several Constellation Wine Brands for $1.7 Billion
…located in California in Madera, Lodi, Geyserville and Templeton. Based in Modesto, Gallo has remained a family-owned company since it was established in 1933. “While we continue to invest in…
Upgrading California’s Water Grid for Future Needs
Lawmakers recently heard testimony about the needs of California’s water grid at a recent House Subcommittee meeting on Water, Oceans, and Wildlife. Several experts presented information about the current conditions…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Salmon Pappardelle Pasta
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Smoked Salmon Pappardelle Pasta with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 8 oz Salmon 1 T…
More California Asparagus Acres Going Under
Another well-known California asparagus grower is taking out production. Acres of California land pushing out asparagus has continued to dwindle for the last several decades. AgNet West talked to Klein Family…
Autonomous Shuttles at 2019 California State Fair
SMUD, Cal Expo and the California State Fair welcome Olli, just in time for Kid’s Expo on April 6 and April 7, 2019 . Two self-driving shuttles will pick up…
Centennial Reflections video series with Bob Wynn
…featuring CDFA employees remembering their histories, and the agency’s. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7QLlC_RXdY California Department of Food & Agriculture’s Centennial Reflections, 1919 – 2019: Bob Wynn Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture…
Ag Employers Urged to Weigh in on Nighttime Labor Regulations
…specificity that [the Standards Board] need to hear.” Worker and labor advocacy groups have been outspoken in supporting the proposed changes, which stem from a complaint made by the California…
Tamarixia and Other Biological Control Efforts to Stop ACP
Tamarixia radiata continue to be developed and released as a means to combat Asian citrus psyllids (ACP). David Morgan, program manager for the Biological Control Program at the California Department…
The California Kitchen: Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Bacon Wrapped Asparagus with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 12 Asparagus 2 T Olive oil…
California Antique Farm Equipment Show Opens April 12
The 2019 California Antique Farm Equipment Show is set to kickoff at 8 a.m. Friday, April 12 at the International Agri-Center in Tulare. The event will run through Sunday, April…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-05-19
…industry, the comment period closing up on the new agriculture nighttime operations standard and the potential impacts to the California agriculture industry if the U.S. Mexico border were to close…
The California Kitchen: Twice Cooked Brussels Sprouts
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Twice Cooked Brussels Sprouts with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C flash Fried Brussles…