Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering automation and California’s labor issues, table olive production, how…
‘Phase One’ of Chinese Trade Deal Encounters Another Hurdle
…made headway on specific issues and the two sides are close to finalizing some sections of the agreement. Discussions will go on continuously at the deputy level, and the principals…
74th Annual CARCD Conference to Highlight Timely Issues
…about what we think is one of the most pressing issues that RCD’s and communities are facing which is these catastrophic fires that are only growing in intensity, and size,…
Addressing the Agricultural Impact of AB 5
…financial impact that AB-5 will have. Several groups representing various industries and communities will be working to quantify the impact of AB-5 and communicate that to legislators. “We signed onto…
Kincade Blazes Through Sonoma County, Final Grape Harvest Challenged
…the issues surrounding wildfire, therefore achieving a greater degree of preservation of life and property.” On Tuesday, Cal Fire had only 15 percent of the Kincade Fire contained. It is one…
Roasting Pumpkin Seeds for Health Benefits
…issues like prostate problems. About one ounce of saltless seeds are about 126 calories. You can pull your own seeds from a pumpkin by washing it carefully, and scooping out the…
Orchard Recycling Getting Closer to Financial Assistance
Whole orchard recycling is a pricey practice, but financial assistance is on the way. The California Department of Food and Agriculture is looking to include the method in its Healthy…
Cargill and FFA Partner to Inspire and Educate Future Leaders
…use new technology and implement solutions to regenerate soils, build the economic success of farming communities, innovate supply chains, address the global issues facing our industry—such as climate change, deforestation…
New Plants-3D Program Develops Next Generation of Ag Innovators
A new program at UC Riverside known as Plants-3D will help to prepare undergraduate students for careers addressing agricultural issues from a science and engineering perspective. The program is being…
Prior Catastrophes Helped Prepare Napa Wineries for Power Outage
…scores of disaster preparedness, educational seminars, programs, and resources,” said Cate Conniff, Communications Manager for Napa Valley Vintners. “So, we have a very strong foundation of dealing with issues related…
Co-creation A Key Factor for Agtech Development
Western Growers CIT members discussing issues with California tomato industry leaders. One of the most important aspects to consider in agtech development is a clear understanding of what the needs…
NIFA Grant Helps Guide Future Organic Research
…increased funding in the 2018 Farm Bill is allocated as efficiently as possible to address the most substantial issues facing organic growers. The OFRF as well as the OSA, worked…
World Cotton Day Highlights Global Importance of the Commodity
…market access barriers, as well as potential steps for addressing climate change issues. The event also showcased some of the latest technological innovations that will help balance the relationship between…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 10-15-19
…focus on tomato grower issues, management of data in another episode of the Voices of the Valley and California nominations for the Golden Owl. Tune in to the show for…