The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that was recently passed by the U.S. Senate includes $65 billion to support improving broadband access. It will now move to the House of…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-16-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a research project that looks at the drought impact…
Research Project Looks at Drought Impacts on Rangeland Conditions
A grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture is going to help researchers develop strategies for making rangelands more resilient to drought. Associate professor of ecology in the Department of…
Fennel Has a Long Growing History, a Multitude of Uses
What you need to know about growing your own fennel. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Fennel Field Shutterstock Image Florence fennel bulbs (Fenouil) By Arnaud 25 –…
Week in Review: HLB Quarantine Expands & New Preharvest Testing for Leafy Greens
Northern San Diego County has been placed under quarantine by the California Department of Food and Agriculture after the discovery of Huanglongbing in the area. The California Leafy Greens Marketing…
The California Kitchen: Gluten Free Gnocchi
Gluten Free Gnocchi In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Gluten Free Gnocchi with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 C Glutten…
Industry Collaboration Aims to More Efficiently Address Water Issues
A partnership between Western United Dairies (WUD) and the California Cattle Council (CCC) will help farmers and ranchers address water issues. The new position of Director of Sustainability has been…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 08-13-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering California’s Moffit confirmed by the Senate for a USDA…
CDFA Still Accepting Comments on Proposed Updates to Healthy Soils Program
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is looking for public comment on proposed changes to the Healthy Soils Program (HSP). The Budget Act of 2021 has appropriated a total of…
Growing a Tasty Treat Known to Resist Many Pests and Diseases
Growing a peculiar and tasty treat that’s known to resist many pests and diseases. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Pinterest Pinterest Cucumis metuliferus, also known as “Horned…
New Directors of Almond Board of California Begin Their Terms
The new Board of Directors of the Almond Board of California (ABC) took their seats on Wednesday with five voting members – three of them new to the board –…
The Western View: My Apple Watch Saved My Life
In today’s Western View, I’d like to tell you the story of how my Apple Watch saved my life. Photo by Torsten Dettlaff on Pexels.com A few months ago my…
LGMA to Implement Risk-Based Preharvest Testing Requirement
The California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) Board recently adopted preharvest testing requirements for members. Testing protocols will be determined based on the risk of potential exposure to contamination. The…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 08-12-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering tips for using sweeper and pick-up equipment to reduce…