…remain white. Unbalanced cauliflowers turn yellow-brown, which is their natural color. They’re still edible, but just a bit unappetizing to look at. Colored varieties don’t require blanching. I’m Cathy Isom……
Nearly Half of Annual Water Use Reports Still Need to be Filed
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) is warning water rights holders that failure to file their annual reports will result in significant fines. Annual water use reports for all…
Final EPA Rule Exempts Farms From Emissions Reporting
…farmers to estimate and report to the federal government emissions from the natural breakdown of manure,” said NPPC President David Herring, and a pork producer from Lillington, North Carolina. “That…
Disaster Relief Aid Finally Passes in the House
The U.S. House finally followed the Senate’s lead and approved the $19.1 billion disaster relief package late Monday. The measure is designed to help ag producers impacted by natural disasters…
Strawberry Mite Control Helped by Lesser-known Predator
Courtesy UCANR Natural predators can drive mite control in a lot of crops, and a lesser-known insect is helping in strawberries. Santa Maria’s Manzanita Berry farms have a lot of success…
New Survey Examines Consumers’ Understanding of the Environmental Impact of Chicken Production
…video, offering consumers, foodservice experts and others a look into chicken farmers and their various sustainability practices. Please view the newly released video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jV8RY0IIMRc “As sustainability in agriculture continues to…
National FFA’s Washington Leadership Conference Instills Importance of Growth, Leadership, Community Service
…service plans that will make a difference in their communities. Courtesy National FFA This year is no different. Created in 1969 and held annually, the conference begins June 4 at…
Prevention is Key for California Tree Nut Growers
…California has first-tier consultant networks and PCAs that scout fields daily, providing an invaluable service to growers who want to be well-informed about unique pressures their crop will face and…
EPA Delivers On President Trump’s Promise To Allow Year-Round Sale Of E15 Gasoline
…the Internal Revenue Service to promote collaboration and support efforts to prevent against RIN and blender tax credit fraud. More information is available here: https://www.epa.gov/renewable-fuel-standard-program/final-rulemaking-modifications-fuel-regulations-provide-flexibility Final Rule (PDF) Response to Comments…
California Highlights in 2017 Census of Agriculture
The United States Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service recently released summarized reports for the 2017 Census of Agriculture, focusing on state and county information. The California State and…
USDA Opens Signup for National Conservation Innovation Grants
…2017 CIG Project Multimedia Stories 2018 CIG Project Mulitmedia Stories Historically Underserved Producer Definitions View the project list Source: USDA/Natural Resources Conservation Service Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
Still No Disaster Relief from the U.S. House
…the Southeast affected by last fall’s Hurricane Michael, along with others across the country affected by other natural disasters, will have to wait until at least next week for possible…
Western View: The Bad Men From Bodie
…stands as a testimony to the gold chasers – bad men and builders, miners and players – who lived the legends of the west. The state park service took over…
Oriental Fruit Fly Eradicated From Sacramento and Yolo Counties
…California’s agricultural and natural resources; please Don’t Pack a Pest (www.dontpackapest.com) when traveling or mailing packages. Source: California Department of Food and Agriculture Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March…