A new fusarium issue is creating some significant concern for tomato producers. Dr. Cassandra Swett of UC Davis is referring to the pathogen as fusarium falciforme. Swett is a Cooperative…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 02-16-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering experts deeming last year’s spike in Central Valley ACP…
Intriguing and Flavorful Ingredient Used for Cooking
A very intriguing and flavorful ingredient you should be cooking with. That’s coming up This Land of Ours. Black Garlic By Foodista – originally posted to Flickr If you haven’t…
Annual Salinas Valley Ag Tech Summit Goes Virtual in March
The 8th annual Salinas Valley Ag Tech Summit is coming up next month and has moved to an online format this year. The event is scheduled to take place online on March 18 and…
New Strawberry Varieties Developed Through UC Davis Breeding Program
The University of California, Davis has developed two new strawberry varieties, providing growers with even more options. Director of the UC Davis Strawberry Breeding Program, Professor Steve Knapp said the…
2020 ACP Blowups Manageable for Central Valley
Asian citrus psyllid detections in the Central Valley spiked in the wrong direction last year but experts believe that is manageable and expected. Since 2016, the amount of ACP detections…
RENEW WIIN Act Introduced in Congress by Central Valley Lawmaker
Legislation introduced by Representative David Valadao seeks to enhance certain aspects of the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN) Act. The Responsible, No-Cost Extension of Western Water Infrastructure Improvements…
Latest Pandemic Relief Bill Continues to Advance
The latest pandemic relief bill is making its way through the legislative process. As part of the $1.9 trillion package, the House Agriculture Committee approved the Agriculture and Nutrition title…
Industry Members Discouraged by Blueberry Investigation Verdict
The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) issued a verdict on the recent blueberry investigation. USITC found that imports of fresh, chilled, and frozen blueberries were not sufficiently detrimental to U.S….
Farm City Newsday Monday, 02-15-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including a producer documenting the ongoing COVID workforce challenges, producers’…
Easy-to-Grow Orchids to Brighten Up Your Home
Some easy-to-grow orchids to brighten up your home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Capri23auto from Pixabay Despite their reputation for being difficult, many orchids can…
Applications Being Accepted for Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards
Applications are being accepted for the 7th annual California Green Medal. California vineyards and wineries are encouraged to apply for the 2021 California Green Medal: Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards. Applications for the…
Ag Lender Perspective on Water Futures and Groundwater Trading
Water futures and groundwater trading was the central focus of the most recent meeting of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture. Several panelists and speakers weighed in on…
Producers Encouraged to Apply for Risk and Price Loss Coverage
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reminds producers that the deadline to enroll in risk and price loss coverage programs is approaching. Farm Service Agency (FSA) is encouraging farmers to enroll…