…pilot project which will create a model program focused on enhancing protections when agricultural pesticides are used near schools. The pilot project, which is the first of its kind in…
Fresno Food Expo Reports Record Year
…awards program provided Fresno Food Expo exhibitors an opportunity to enter their new food product, varietal or packaging concept to compete for the “Fresno Food Expo Buyer’s Choice Award” and…
SGMA BMP Survey Deadline Extended
Best Management Practices (BMP) Survey Deadline Extended Thru August 8 The DWR Sustainable Groundwater Management Program has developed a BMP Survey to help rank initial BMP development for the sustainable…
Effects of Agricultural Conservation
…world requires, participating farmers and ranchers support our cause for continued science-based conservation programs that protect natural resources while supporting farm-related jobs. Survey results will guide USDA conservation policy and…
Almond Board: Using All Techniques to Reduce Dust
Harvest time means growers are thinking about ways to reduce dust. The Fresno State farm, which is in the middle of town, has many neighbors to consider. Using All Techniques…
USDA Seeking Additional Funding for Farm Loans
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is looking for other funding sources for the Operating Loan Program that helps farmers. The $2.65 billion allocated for the program has already run out,…
Seed to Table
…space (perfect for container gardening), and with that, a grower can be eating in just over a month. From there, simply harvest the outer leaves, and let the plant keep…
Seafood Monitoring Rule Heads to White House for Review
…on harvest, landing and chain of custody of fish would be entered into a system already maintained by the federal government. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
NMPF Introduces FARM Environmental Stewardship Component
…Bennett, NMPF’s Senior Director for Industry and Environmental Affairs, with overall FARM Program oversight by Emily Meredith, Chief of Staff. More information can be found on the FARM Program website….
California Citrus Challenges: Water Tops HLB
…in 2005. Nelsen Even before HLB was detected in California’s urban areas, the citrus industry began spending about $1 million a year on a public outreach program. “We assumed the…
Avocado Advocates Share the Love
Commission “influencer program” reaches millions of consumers with recipes and avocado nutrition information With consumer attention pulled in myriad directions, the California Avocado Commission (CAC) is extending its communications via…
Greenhouse Opens, Aids ACP Fight
…this fight.” For more information about the Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Program and California Citrus Mutual, visit CaliforniaCitrusThreat.org and CaCitrusMutual.com, respectively. From the Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program….
Virtual Representative for Small and Very Small Plants
…Secretary for Food Safety Al Almanza. “We anticipate that inspection program personnel and the regulated industry, including small and very small plant operators and the business partners who support them,…
UCCE Helps Hmong Farmers Weather Drought
…said. “It’s very complicated, and no one is available to help underserved farmers.” While assisting farmers with applications for other programs is not usually part of UCCE’s extension efforts, the…