U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Andrew Wheeler is announcing the appointment of thirty-three members to the Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Committee (FRRCC). Established in 2008, the FRRCC provides…
Almond Matters: Summer Disease Prevention
…to closely monitor the orchards for potential disease pressures that may not have been addressed with spring applications. “There’s a number of diseases that can impact growers especially as you…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-17-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering why Ag Order 4.0 personal stories are needed, how…
Popular Cooking Oil That Boasts Healthful Benefits
…of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. But according to a recent study led by food science experts at the University of California, Davis, the vast majority of avocado oil sold…
The Western View: What’s Going on in Seattle?
2020 continues to astound us. The latest is the birth of CHAZ – the Capital Hill Autonomous Zone – in Seattle. These Anti-fa radicals took over part of a US…
The California Kitchen: Scalloped Potato Au Gratin Untamed
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Scalloped Potato Au Gratin Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 4 Medium Yukon Potatoes…
Farm City Newsday Tueday, 06-16-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the Nighttime Lighting regulation that starts on July 1,…
The Best Varieties of Squash to Grow in Your Garden
Summer squash is great for sautéing, baking, raw, and throwing on the grill. Whether you want something small and sweet or large and robust, there’s a squash out there for…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 06-15-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering why wildfire perception will always be a challenge, the…
Growing Your Own Supply of Ramps
Ramps – also known as wild leeks – are a cousin of onions, leeks, scallions and shallots. When you taste them you’ll realize why people love to forage for them….
UC Conducts Survey of COVID-19 Prevention on Farms
All California growers, ranchers, farm labor contractors, and ag supervisors are invited to complete a short survey about their experiences addressing COVID-19 in the workplace. The survey is being conducted…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 06-12-20
…and their ingredient list, get an update on trade talks with the E.U. and how the focus on Virulent Newcastle Disease in California has shifted to prevention. Tune in to…
Focus on Virulent Newcastle Disease Moves to Prevention
Now that the Virulent Newcastle Disease (VND) outbreak is over in southern California, officials are shifting their focus to prevention. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service has announced that…
How to Use Eggshells and Coffee Grounds as Compost
One of the best supplements for your garden’s health is compost. While we may consider them to be trash, they provide a healthy snack for plants offering a one-two punch…