…the southern Sierras are at 88 percent. This is good news for California, especially with El Nino reports predicting wet weather in the next few months. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey…
Agri View: Smart Phones
…multi-organization project called the “Land Potential Knowledge System” (LandPKS). The U.S. Agency for International Development, New Mexico State University, USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service, Africa Technology Policy Studies Network, and World…
Land O’Lakes – GENYOUth Team Up
…their food comes from by bringing the farm-to-fork story to life in schools and communities. In addition, Land O’Lakes and GENYOUth will collaborate with Fair Oaks Farms, the University of…
FDA Requests Comments on Use of the Term “Natural” on Food Labeling
…of the term “natural,” the agency is asking the public to provide information and comments on the use of this term in the labeling of human food products. The FDA…
Fog Compensates for Low Elevation
…has been a problem for pistachio orchards the last couple of years and the damage showed in yield totals this season. Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor Craig Kallsen says other producing…
The Western View: Big Data
…grower, but by any company that affects conditions on the farm – chemical companies, equipment manufacturers, and so on. Farm Bureau brings up 13 points that growers need to keep…
Goat Meat for the Holidays
…Farm. This recipe, provided by chef Geoffrey Blythe using Shepherd Song’s goat meat, practically guarantees tender and delectable results, with the mild flavor of the meat enhanced, but not overpowered,…
Agri View: Wolves vs. Livestock
Everett Griner talks about wolves continuing being problems for ranchers in today’s Agri View. Wolves, Troublesome Predators Form USDA/APHIS publication: Non-Lethal and Lethal Tools to Manage Wolf-Livestock Conflict in the…
EPA Announces $44 Million to Improve Water Quality, Infrastructure in Arizona, Nevada
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $44 million in funding to Arizona and Nevada for investment in statewide improvements in local drinking water and wastewater infrastructure and the reduction of…
Groundwater Management a Costly Endeavor
…that clarify requirements for groundwater sustainability agency formation, the process for State Water Board intervention if no responsible agency is specified for a basin, guidelines for high- and medium-priority basins,…
“Say Cheese!” Growing California Video Series
…Fiscalini Farm and Cheese Company, of Modesto, California, uses a start to finish process to create its specialty cheeses. Their procedures involve the use of high quality milk in their…
USDA Shares 2015 Results
…Agriculture (USDA) investments in their communities. Today, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack released a list of USDA’s top achievements in 2015, demonstrating USDA’s efforts to help farmers and ranchers bring their…
Agri View: Population Growth and Farm Production
Everett Griner talks about the population growth and where we need to go with farm production in today’s Agri View. Population Growth and Farm Production From Monsanto.com: In 2011, humanity…
The California Kitchen: Mexican Rubbed Prime Rib
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Mexican rubbed prime rib with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here’s what you’ll need: 2 lb. USDA Rib Eye Roast-clean 4…