…in user-inspired, groundbreaking discoveries that combat childhood obesity, improve and sustain rural economic growth, address water availability issues, increase food production, find new sources of energy, mitigate climate variability and…
Almond Matters: Making Ag Day, Everyday
…to kick-start the movement. “I am not from California, but I know that the almonds and the other products that are grown here really depend on water,” Mold said. “Some…
Kern County’s Farm Day in the City This Week
…machinery, livestock and commodities as well as demonstrations on ag-specific issues of water, safety and pesticide use. Local farmers, agri-business representatives and high school FFA students volunteer their time to…
Agri View: Water War Fight
Everett Griner talks about the fight over water not over in today’s Agri View. Water War Fight Although the arbitrator appointed by a federal official to settle that water war…
Despite Rising Demand, U.S. Doesn’t Do Enough to Support Organic Transition
…That means more clean, healthy food for our families – grown right here in the United States – and fewer pesticides in our air, drinking water and our own bodies….
Budget Proposal Guts EPA
…cleanup project, which receives $73 million each year, would be cut to zero. Funding for drinking water infrastructure would remain intact, but the agency’s scientific research would suffer massive cuts….
The California Kitchen: Champagne Poached Kiwi topped with an Orange Crème Anglaise
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing champagne poached kiwi with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 4 Kiwis Cleaned 3 Cups Water…
Ag Subcommittee Evaluates Effectiveness of Forestry Initiatives
…as huge economic drivers in many communities. In addition to a timber supply, healthy forests provide communities with crucial benefits such as clean air and water, wildlife habitats, recreation opportunities…
Conaway’s Comments on Trump’s Budget Proposal
…Services Committee, this is important. I also appreciate that the President’s budget proposes to block the EPA’s so-called Clean Power Plan and other job killing regulations put forward by the…
NACD Expresses Disappointment in Trump’s Budget
…communities won’t have the resources or assistance they need to keep our soils healthy, our water clean, and our wildlife abundant,” said NACD President Brent Van Dyke. “We look forward…
Task Force Arrests Man for Stealing & Selling Farm Equipment
…grader (est. value $5,000), 2,000 gallon steel water storage tank (est. value $3,000), chain link fencing & rolling gates (est. value $4,500) and a John Deere hydraulic row disk (est….
CDFA Introduces the California Climate Investments Web Site
…Cap-and-Trade program also creates a financial incentive for industries to invest in clean technologies and develop innovative ways to reduce pollution. California Climate Investments projects include affordable housing, renewable energy,…
Water Projects Funding Must Emphasize Storage
A variety of applications will likely be submitted to secure funding for water projects from the water bond that passed in 2014. Although diversifying California’s water portfolio may be a…
The California Kitchen: Kiwi Sorbet
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing kiwi sorbet with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 4 Kiwis Cleaned 1 Cup Sugar 1…