…Agency for International Development project called the “Feed the Future Innovation Lab for the Reduction of Post-Harvest Loss.” Read more about the new moisture meter in the March 2017 issue…
Parasitic Wasps Released in Asian Citrus Psyllid Project in Santa Clara County
…to fleas or particles of dust. (Courtesy CDFA) This approach is one of many examples of CDFA pursuing biological control methods in its pest prevention programs. In this video shot…
Proposed Pesticide Rules Near Schools Revised
…applications by aircraft, sprinklers, air-blast sprayers, and all fumigant applications. In addition, most dust and powder pesticide applications, such as sulfur, would be prohibited during this time. Require California growers…
CDFA Introduces the California Climate Investments Web Site
…emission reduction programs and projects. Agencies receiving appropriations develop and implement programs within three priority areas: clean energy and energy efficiency; natural resources (and waste diversion); and transportation and sustainable…
Ozone Pollution Damages China Rice Production
…additional day when surface ozone was less than 60 parts per billion. “If this level of rice yield reduction occurred throughout all of China, it would lead to the loss…
Farm Sector Working Capital to Decrease in 2017
…Economic Research Service expects that capital to shrink to $48 billion by the end of this year. The lower amount of working capital is a result of a reduction in…
$1 Trillion Free-Trade Agreement Now In Force
…almost two days, representing a reduction of 47 per cent and 91 per cent respectively over the current average. Implementing the TFA is also expected to help new firms export…
Grocery Industry Seeking to Reduce Consumer Confusion on Product Date Labels
…made considerable progress in reducing food waste. GMA and FMI joined with the National Restaurant Association in 2011 to create the Food Waste Reduction Alliance, which is helping companies find…
AFBF Joins Groups in Support of Farm Bill Funding
Reduced spending under the 2014 farm bill contributed greatly to the nation’s deficit reduction effort. However, additional cuts to the 2018 farm bill would present perils on many fronts, a…
Study Shows Fewer Grain Dust Explosions in 2016
The number of grain dust explosions in the United States fell to a 10-year low in 2016, but two of the incidents resulted in the first reported fatalities since 2013,…
High Fructose Corn Syrup Use Declining in U.S.
…including baked foods. The long-term decline in consumption has primarily been the result of a reduction of HFCS-42 use. USDA says the decline has been driven by consumer demand for…
European Union Lawmakers Back Canada Trade Deal
…notably tariff reduction, may finally enter into force some eight years after negotiations began, according to Reuters. Backers of the agreement say CETA will increase trade between Canada and the…
NCC Releases Economic Outlook
…export customers have changed with a significant reduction in exports to China. However, reduced exports to China have been partially offset by increased U.S. exports to Vietnam. For 2016, the…
Rural Hospitals Fear Cuts
…part of recruiting new businesses to their area. The loss of a hospital in a small town often leads to a reduction in property values in rural communities. Association leaders…