…Looming Over California Huanglongbing disease is spreading fast in Mexico, but as CDFA Citrus Program Manager, Victoria Hornbaker explains, there is a buffer-zone system in place along our borders. …
USDA Unrolling New Crop Insurance Policy Option
…as the single most important factor in protecting producers of all sizes from the effects of unpredictable weather. The program will be implemented in counties across the U.S. and expand…
Cook Ground Beef Thoroughly for Safety
With the Memorial Day weekend coming up and a major ground beef recall underway, food safety experts are again urging us to cook ground beef thoroughly to kill any bacteria…
Senate Version of FY15 Ag Appropriations Moves On
Rod Bain The full Senate Appropriations Committee approved their version of the 2015 Fiscal Year funding for USDA and the Food and Drug Administration. Rod Bain has the report. Senate…
California Fluid Milk and Cream Review
…larger plants to accommodate additional milk loads over the long weekend. Class 1 interest is steady to lower as many school districts adjust orders to cover school meal program needs…
California Processing Tomato Report
…early processing tomato estimate is funded by the California League of Food Processors, in cooperation with the California Department of Food and Agriculture. California Processing Tomato Report (Full rerport .pdf)…
That Summer Cheeseburger Will Not Be A Cheap Burger
You may be shocked at what research has turned up about the cost of one of the main summer food items for outdoor grilling. Gary Crawford has the report….
Getting the Word Out About New Farm Program Choices
Bain Crop growers needing information on new Farm Bill farm programs will have several sources to turn to. Rod Bain has the report. Getting the Word Out…
Facts About Raisin Marketing Order
…Board, says the order has asked growers in the past to set aside some portion of their crop which has funded a successful marketing program. Facts About Raisin Marketing Order…
Promoting Choices in New Farm Bill Farm Programs
…will have online education tools available to assist in their decision of which new farm program they should choose. Rod Bain reports. Promoting Choices in New Farm Bill Farm Programs…
How Long Can Grilled Meat Be Left Out?
So, have you started thinking about your weekend grilling plans? As we head into the summer months, we’ve been sharing some bar-b-que food safety tips with you. Today Marianne Gravely…
UC Davis Report on Drought Impact
…Central Valley irrigators would receive only two-thirds of their normal river water deliveries this year. UC Davis Report on Drought Impact The Central Valley is the richest food-producing region of…
Grocery Prices Increase Again
…foods far more than that. In fact, USDA food price economist, Ricky Volpe says we have seen more food price inflation just in the first four months of 2014 than…
UC Davis Study Determines Preliminary Findings of Economic Impact of Drought in Central Valley
…and farm communities,” Howitt said. The Central Valley is the richest food-producing region in the world. Much of the nation’s fresh fruits, nuts and vegetables are grown on the region’s…