…occurs. Stanislaus County Sheriff Jeff Dirkse explained that protestors are allowed to take pictures and protest around an agricultural operation; however, there they are not allowed to physically come onto…
Lower Grape Crush Report Won’t Compensate for Oversupplied Market
…drop in production. “That number is a result of some grapes being left behind. That points to the fact that the tanks were full,” said Jeff Bitter, President of Allied…
Growing Cress, a Nutrient Powerhouse
…crunchier texture. Once cress starts to produce little tiny white flowers, the plant becomes bitter and unpalatable. It grows really quickly, though, so it’s key to harvest before then. There…
Tropical Plant that is Practically Pest Free
…pests. Cassavas also store well and freeze well. There are two major varieties of cassavas: sweet and bitter. Cassava is from tropical environments and it needs 8 months of heat…
Farm Groups Partner to Help Farmers Manage Stress
…farms as idyllic,” said Jeff Dwyer, director of MSU Extension. “And what is portrayed is ideal, but what is not often shown is how hard farming is on both the…
Kincade Blazes Through Sonoma County, Final Grape Harvest Challenged
…week ago on October 23, has devastated more than 75,000 acres taking down homes, wineries and creating challenges for grape growers who are wrapping up the harvest. According to Jeff…
USMCA Would Allow ‘Cage-Free Wines’
…a message to other providences not to go try to do that.” Allied Grape Grower’s President Jeff Bitter said the language is obviously a good thing for the California wine…
Gallo Deal Uncertainty Delaying Grape Purchases
…feelings about whether that would be good for the industry,” Allied Grape Growers President Jeff Bitter said. Although it’s a debated move among the industry, Bitter said he believes some good things…
How to Eat Avocado Seeds, and Why
…grinder or powerful blender to make powder. The resulting powder will be bitter and full of tannins, so it’s best use with other strong flavors, such as a green smoothie or juice, that’ll…
Start a Cut Flower Bed in Your Garden
…full sun. For example, a tall stand of flowers to the sun side of a plot of lettuce can sometimes slow down bolting and keep lettuce from turning bitter so…
New Agricultural Video Series to Train the Next Generation Debuts
…covering the entire production chain,” said UC Cooperative Extension Cropping Systems Specialist Jeff Mitchell. “Everything from preparation, marketing, establishment of crops, in-season management, harvesting, post-harvest management, and quality.” The videos…
Sacramento Lawmakers Hear Concerns from California Grape Industry
…Jeff Bitter was among those who went to the Capitol to highlight the needs of the industry. “Our main lobbying goals that day though were revolving around the reauthorization of…
Growing Radicchio Adds Color to Your Garden
…deliciously bitter note to your dishes. You can eat the entire head, but some people prefer the center of the plant over the outer leaves. Many people don’t know that…
Grape Prices Expected to Come Down After Strong 2018
…continue to climb in the immediate future,” said Allied Grape Growers President and CEO for Jeff Bitter. “We’ll probably see a reversal of pricing in the near-term for various categories…