…of citrus to food banks throughout California. “We’re very, very pleased with the results of the first-ever virtual Citrus Stride,” said CCM’s Director of Government Affairs Alyssa Houtby. “Of course,…
New Tea Tree Oil Fungicide Becomes Available for California Growers
A new tea tree oil fungicide is now available to California growers after hitting the market a few weeks ago. Summit Agro’s Timerex Act was officially registered in California in…
Fruits and Vegetables Easy to Grow in Your Garden
…than now than to learn how to grow our own fruit and vegetables so there’s no worries about access to some of the good foods we love to cook with…
Input Sought to Help Address Veterinary Shortages in California
Input from stakeholders is being sought to help address veterinary shortages in California. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship program is seeking comment from…
Tri-National Agricultural Accord Highlights Importance of USMCA
…capability of our food and agriculture industries to compete successfully in the global market with the benefit of expanding opportunities for the next generation of farmers and ranchers to succeed…
Housing for the Harvest Program Continues to Expand
The Housing for the Harvest program is continuing to expand to cover more areas of California. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) recently announced that Yolo and Imperial…
Data Shows Organic Sales Don’t Drop as Food Industry Reopens
…the foodservice industry. Sales then dropped dramatically in mid-April but then rose again in May. Since then, there has been a slow and gradual reopening of restaurants, and experts believed…
Future Navel Orangeworm Issues with Warming Temperatures
…tree nut crops were valued at more than $8 billion combined in 2018, according to the California Department of Food and Agriculture. The completion of the NOW life cycle is faster…
More than $7 Billion Paid in Second Round of USDA Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
…$7 billion in payments to producers in the second round of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. CFAP 2 provides agricultural producers with financial assistance to help absorb some of the…
Innovative New Carrot Products Are Entering the Market
…food items continue to become available to consumers. Bolthouse Farms is also entering the fray with a new line of products. The company recently debuted a new product line called…
Farmers to Families Food Box Program Round Four Announced
…the delivery of food boxes between November 1 through the end of the year. “I’m gratified by the overwhelmingly positive response to the Farmers to Families Food Box program from…
Industry Groups Encourage Mandatory Labeling for Cell-Based Meat
…and Seafood Innovation (AMPS Innovation) sent a joint letter of suggestions. The two groups ask that USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) solicit more input for what the labeling…
Audit Data Shows Strong Compliance with New LGMA Water Requirements
Last year the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) approved enhancements to food safety measures. The improvements had a primary focus on water standards. The latest audit data shows that…
Beef Industry Challenges to Be Addressed Through USDA Initiatives
…on risk management education funding, livestock market reporting, and producer training opportunities will be emphasized. New funding opportunities are being made possible by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture’s…