The disaster assistance spending measure has been watched carefully by producers who were hit hard by natural disasters. Producers in California, Florida, Texas, and even Puerto Rico lost crops and…
NCC Survey Suggests U.S. Producers to Plant 13.1 Million Acres of Cotton in 2018
…percent decrease from 2017. Arizona is responsible for the largest decrease, with California acreage down slightly and New Mexico acreage up slightly. The survey results for Arizona suggest a shift…
2017 California Winegrape Crush Size Confirms Grape Supply Stability
The California Agricultural Statistics Service released its annual Preliminary Grape Crush Report summarizing the size and value of the 2017 California grape crush. Allied Grape Growers estimated a four million-ton…
California Federal Milk Marketing Order Delayed Again
A final decision regarding the California Federal Milk Marketing Order (FFMO) has encountered a further delay as announced by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). A decision was initially…
NRCS Specialist Returns from Retirement to Assist Wildfire Relief Efforts
Communities in northern and southern California continue their ongoing wildfire relief efforts. To facilitate the process the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) called on the expertise of Rich Casale,…
NRCS and the Rice Stewardship Partnership Helping Central Valley Irrigation
…sponsored by Ducks Unlimited in partnership with USA Rice Federation. Other local partners include the California Rice Commission, Northern California Water Association, and numerous regional water districts. The Rice Stewardship…
The California Kitchen: Spicy Salmon Tartare
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Spicy Salmon Tartare with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 T Dijon Mustard 1 T…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Spare Rib with Peanut Chipotle Sauce
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Smoked Spare Rib with Peanut Chipotle Sauce with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C…
Almond Board: Election Deadline Feb. 14
Elections remain open for several board positions for the Almond Board of California. Government Affairs Analyst Bunnie Ibrahim said growers have a week left to make their vote count and…
DPR Takes Action Against Stores Supplying Cannabis Growers for Violation of Pesticide Laws
…specifically for use on cannabis. Information about legal ways to control pests in California can be found on Cannabis and Pesticides. More resources can be found at California Cannabis Portal….
The Western View: Temperance Flattened?
The staff of the California Water Commission sure burst a bubble this week. They told the voters that their voice isn’t very important to them. In 2014, the voters approved…
The California Kitchen: Cilantro Yogurt with Sweet Potato Steak Fries
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Cilantro Yogurt with Sweet Potato Steak Fries with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C…
Almond Matters: Extending Bloom with An Aerial Application
…very excited about getting both the fixed wing and rotary aircraft added to our label.” The cost and availability of labor continue to be an issue for California growers and…
The California Kitchen: Egg Plant with Tomato Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Egg Plant with Tomato Roasted Red Pepper Sauce with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2…