…since the last board reapportionment in 2014, as required by the rules governing the board. Under the proposal, total board membership would decrease by one member, from 100 to 99…
River-Flow Plan Moves to Written Comment Stage
…last week in Sacramento. Although the water board’s plan suggests a range of the rivers’ unimpaired flow be dedicated to fish, board staff have recommended using 40 percent as a…
California Citrus Crop Forecast Increased
Mark Hudson, of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agriculture Statistics Service in Washington, D.C., delivered the latest citrus crop forecast today. California Valencia oranges increased slightly from 8.5…
Dairy Groups Support Senate Bill
…matter. While the term “almond milk” is seen on products sold in the U.S., it is absent from the same brand of almond beverage also sold in Canada and the…
Almond Board: CASP Workshops on Bee Health
The Almond Board is hosting workshops on bee health and pollination, as part of the California Almond Sustainability Program or CASP. We talk with Billy Synk, Director of Pollination Programs…
The California Kitchen: BBQ Baby Back Ribs
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing BBQ baby back ribs with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 Rack of Baby Back…
Almond Matters: Treatment Timing for PTB
Courtesy: The Almond Doctor In this week’s Almond Matters, brought to you be Valent U.S.A. Corporation, treatments for peach twig borer could begin at the end of this month. There…
Almonds, Walnuts Unite in Northern California
Two annual meetings, one for walnuts and one for almonds, will be combined for the first time this year in Northern California. The Butte and Glenn County Almond and Walnut…
Pig Farmers Complying with New VFD Requirements
A recent survey shows that U.S. pig farmers are complying with the new federal rules regarding antibiotic use in their animals. The November survey done by the National Pork Board…
The California Kitchen: Portabella Crostini
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing portabella crostini with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 3 Large Portobello Mushrooms 2 Bolio Breads…
Water Action Plan Progress Highlighted
…water bond passed overwhelmingly by California voters in November 2014. The 2016 summary of accomplishments was prepared by the California Natural Resources Agency, California Environmental Protection Agency, and the California…
California Cherries Hope to Snap Bad Streak
…are the reasons for the unfortunate streak. The California Cherry Board hopes the colder temperatures will make this year a success. The last several seasons have been tough on California…
Efforts in Senate to Curb Antiquities Act Abuses
…Whitehouse.gov In Photos: President Obama Designates 3 National Monuments in California February 17, 2016, by Tanya Somanader, Clay Dumas Summary: President Obama has protected more acres of public lands and…
November Pork Exports Set Record
…strong momentum going in the New Year.” Mexico a powerful pacesetter, but positive results across the board for U.S. pork Demand for U.S. pork gained further momentum in Mexico in…