…on site for presentations, including a seed germination presentation by UC Master Gardeners. “As a part of the Tulare County agricultural community, it’s important for us to facilitate fun educational…
Announcing Hopland’s First Barn to Yarn Event
…of HREC’s flock of over 800 western whiteface sheep working as his models! Visitors will also have the chance to see different kinds of wool from the fine, soft merino…
Statement by U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Final Communique by G-20 Agriculture Ministers
…to future generations than climate change. With that in mind, global leaders should encourage development of a range of technologies, including agricultural biotechnology, and practices that are integral to food…
Western Snowpack Melts Early, Little Remains
…snowpack isn’t just low – it’s gone,” NRCS Hydrologist David Garen said. “With some exceptions, this year’s snowmelt streamflow has already occurred.” Garen said that for much of the western…
The Western View: Governor Brown’s Tunnels
…seems convinced the tunnels are necessary, and it is likely they will be built. Construction could begin in 2017. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West….
Other States Watching California Dairies’ Marketing Order Push
…of California, California Producer Handlers Association and Ponderosa Dairy. But Wisconsin 3rd District Congressman Ron Kind says California is in its “own universe” because of the large dairy industry, and…
California Dried Plum Board Continued for Another Five-Year Term
…five years, a public hearing must be held to consider whether the Board should be continued. California dried plum growers and processors fund the Board’s activities through an industry assessment…
HM.CLAUSE – Davis, California Branch
HM.CLAUSE is a business unit of Limagrain, an international co-operative agricultural group, specializing in field seeds, vegetable seeds and cereal products. HM.CLAUSE is made up of two parts Harris Morgin…
Fresno Drought Forum is an Opportunity for Agriculture
…Valley and an important piece of California’s heritage. How we manage this period of uncertainty and plan for a sustainable future will substantially shape the agricultural legacy here. For some,…
USDA Announces $235 Million Available for Innovative New Conservation Partnerships
…to $235 million to improve the nation’s water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and protect agricultural viability. The funding is being made available through the Regional…
A Day in Marin: Farmers Share a Passion for a Place Called California
…pictured (from Bob’s left) are Ralph Grossi of Grossi Ranch and past president of the American Farmland Trust, Marin Agricultural Land Trust (MALT) Executive Director Jamison Watts, and UC Cooperative…
Western View: The Almondnac
…blog, and perhaps follow along as we grow the 2015 crop of almonds. The blog is online at thealmondnac.com. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West….
UC Davis Ranked Number 1 in World for Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences
…College of Ag and Environmental Sciences founded in 1905 The UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences was founded in 1905 as the University of California’s University Farm. Today,…
SNAP/CalFresh Sign-Up Event for Local Farmers’ Markets
…California,” said Jesus Mendoza, Jr., Western Regional Administrator for USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service. “We want to expand access to these foods, and their health benefits, to those participating in…