The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking the public for feedback about coronavirus response grants and the food purchase program. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking comment on…
Supercharge Raised Gardening Beds with Keyhole Gardening
…with garden soil; compostable materials such as cardboard, newspaper, grass clippings, coffee grounds, and other kitchen scraps, and manure; or a combination of the two. If you use layers of…
Week in Review: Port Issues Being Addressed and H-2A Reform Legislation Introduced
Federal Maritime Commissioner officials are moving forward with an investigation into port issues in California. The Farm Workforce Modernization Act has been reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Lawmakers…
The California Kitchen: Crispy Udon Noodles
Crispy Udon Noodles In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Crispy Udon Noodles with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 3 T Vegetable…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
A coalition of industry groups has sent letters encouraging federal officials to protect crop insurance. Letters were sent to lawmakers in the House and Senate budget and appropriations committees. Secretary…
2019 Crop Report Shows More Than $50 Billion in Cash Receipts
…year. Sales volume was shown to increase by more than one percent from the year prior. Dairy, almonds, and grapes were the major drivers in California’s agricultural revenue. “The 2019…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-12-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering an important vaccine survey farm bureau members are encouraged…
Citrus Harvest Looking ‘Pretty Good’ Overall
Citrus harvest has been moving along nicely for a favorable market. California Citrus Mutual President Casey Cramer earlier this month said the harvest was going pretty well so far this…
Tips for Starting Vegetable and Flower Seeds Indoors
Some tips for starting seeds indoors. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. No matter where you live, there is one outdoor gardening task you can do any time…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-11-21
…how much of that is going to ag, room for growth in domestic marketing for the almond industry, and ARS launching a new project to engage in the next generation…
Almond Update: Domestic Marketing Targets Millennial Snacking, Eyes Oat Milk
The Almond Board of California believes there’s room for growth domestically for almonds with a specific generation. Research has shown that millennial-led households snack on almonds less than any other by a…
Yolo Gold Prune Cultivar Continues Showing Promise
A relatively new prune cultivar is showing quite a bit of promise for California growers. Manager of the Prune Breeding Program at UC Davis, Sarah Castro said the Yolo Gold…
ARS Launches New Project to Engage the Next Generation of Researchers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working to ensure the next generation of agriculturalists are equipped with the necessary skills. A new project was recently launched by USDA’s Agricultural…
President Biden Ready to Sign Latest COVID Relief Legislation
The latest COVID relief legislation has now been approved by both houses of Congress. After passing through the Senate on Saturday, the U.S. House of Representatives took up the $1.9…