Whole orchard recycling is a pricey practice, but financial assistance is on the way. The California Department of Food and Agriculture is looking to include the method in its Healthy…
Cattlemen Applaud Introduction of Real MEAT Act of 2019
…important issue.” Specifically, The Real Meat Act will: Codify the Definition of Beef for Labeling Purposes Establish a federal definition of beef that applies to food labels; Preserve the Congressional…
California Dairy Farmers on Track to Meet Methane Reduction Goal
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced that California dairy farmers are well on their way to meeting the industry goals for methane reduction. The industry will…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-28-19
…of the Delta, automation research for the tomato industry, the DPR’s 2018 Pesticide Residue Report and details on companies that are shaping food safety practices. Tune in to the show…
Catastrophic Decline of the Western Monarch
…is an obnoxious plant and has not been welcome anywhere. We just didn’t realize it was a vital food for the Monarch, and we’ve done too good of a job…
Ensuring Compliance with the Produce Safety Rule
…Training that has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has received funding from FDA to provide Produce Safety…
Great Reasons to Grow Baby Vegetables
…increase your yields. Baby vegetables are also great for new gardens. When you grow baby veggies, they have shallow root systems at the time of the harvest. They tend to…
Cargill and FFA Partner to Inspire and Educate Future Leaders
$2.1 million investment focuses on advancing sustainable agriculture practices and cultivating talent for the ag, food and nutrition industries INDIANAPOLIS, IN and WAYZATA, MN (CARGILL/FFA-Oct. 23, 2019) ‑ Cargill and…
Understanding eCommerce Platforms for Online Produce Sales
…online food and beverage sales will grow to nearly $20 billion in 2019, making it the fastest-growing sector of internet sales. President of eCommerce Services for Advantage Solutions, Robb Powell…
Hemp Holds Value for Organic Growers
…Kings River Produce, Steve Beck noted that hemp production can provide significant benefits for organic systems. “Hemp is a fast growing, very healthy producing crop. It grows a lot of…
New Plants-3D Program Develops Next Generation of Ag Innovators
…on in the root systems underground with respect to availability of nutrients and possible diseases,” said Bailey-Serres. “Also, really critically here in California, knowing about the appropriate application of not…
California Hemp Industry Takes Next Step with SB 153
…this important legislation and to Governor Newsom for signing it into law.” SB 153 requires California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) Secretary Karen Ross to consult with Governor Newsom,…
Citrus Updates Provided at Grower Town Hall Events
…are constantly out doing survey work,” said Victoria Hornbaker, Director of the newly formed Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Division (CPDPD) within the California Department of Food and Agriculture. “We’ve…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 10-17-19
…genome editing, what impacts the citrus industry, Kroger partnering with the Plant Based Food Association and an update from the Almond Board of California. Tune in to the show for…