…nation’s dairy sector. NFU’s Board of Directors released a resolution calling on legislators to provide the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) the authority to provide direct assistance to struggling producers,…
USDA Awards $3.4 Million for Research to Increase Wheat Yields
…wheat varieties with greater yield and help us improve global collaboration on wheat research.” Grants announced include: University of California, Davis, Calif., $1,696,000 University of California, Davis, Calif., $300,000 University…
The California Kitchen: Tortillas
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing tortilla with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 cups all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4…
Christmas Tree Farms Face Balancing Act
…Christmas, the pickings are pretty bad.” California choose-and-cut farms are not the only ones experiencing a lower supply of larger trees. Sam Minturn, executive director of the California Christmas Tree…
Almond Board: 2016 Almond Achievement Award
…an annual assessment on the marketable kernel weight of almonds. The Almond Board of California recognizes the diverse makeup of the California almond industry and values contributions offered by its…
Living Fence
…and its incredibly tough. Other suggestions include: Jujube, Mulberry and Hazel. Image credit: A wonderful time of year on the West Coast. Springtime flowering hedge with California lilacs (blue). Peggy2012CREATIVELENZ/Flickr…
Western Governors Vow Climate Change Fight
…of California, Washington and Oregon made stark warnings that climate change was already harming the Pacific Ocean along which their states lie, according to Reuters. On Tuesday, California Governor Jerry…
4-H and NASA Partner on Space Age STEM Curriculum
…skills needed to become an astronaut that also help students succeed across the board. 4-H is NIFA’s flagship positive youth development and education program. The unique partnership with the Cooperative…
Sustainability and Collaboration Focus for Yara
Sponsored Content Yara North America chatted with AgNet West at this year’s Almond Conference. The company talked about a new water sensor that stresses their sustainability focus and the importance…
The Western View: As the Pendulum Swings
…the President’s desk could change the water picture for California Agriculture. The mere fact that it got on Obama’s desk is a sign of the times, a tick of the…
Summer Bee Loss Concerning, Remains Unknown
…in the winter. It’s cold, there’s less food, and just like us, bees are more likely to be sick in the winter.” At this year’s Almond Conference, vanEngelsdorp presented bee…
Chipotle Executive to Step Down Following Slow Growth
…Montgomery Moran(More-ran), a co-chief executive for Chipotle, will step down from his role while the company will also be making changes to its board of directors. Chipotle founder and co-chief…
The California Kitchen: Masa Dough
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing masa dough with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 4 cups Masa Harina 3 Cups Water…
Detector Dogs Funded to Protect Agriculture and Plants from Pests and Diseases
…to programs in California and Florida to enhance inspections and efficiently move products; Grapes: $860,690 to enhance surveys for grape commodity pests and diseases in 17 states and harmonize Grapevine…