The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently provided a progress report on the rollout of the New Era of Smarter Food Safety Blueprint. FDA hosted a webinar in October…
Wildlife Needs a Helping Hand when Winter Weather Hits
…squirrels to find food in the summer when there are abundant fruits, veggies, and foliage out there. But when the winter rolls around, wildlife has a bigger challenge finding food….
A Few Natural, Healthy Benefits of Growing Beets
…and widens blood vessels. Beets pack a mighty punch when it comes to nutrients, and they can help prevent some chronic diseases. As with any food, the over-consumption of beets…
Farmer’s Inspiration Leads to Large Squash Donation to Central California Food Bank
…to the food bank’s Fresno distribution center. “The Central Valley Food Bank is working on diversifying the food we offer in meal boxes and distributions,” Minasian said. “I’m really proud…
USDA Hosting Webinars to Assist Cattle Industry Members
…that are offered by USDA. The livestock risk management webinar is one of the multiple USDA efforts to provide cattle producers and others in the U.S. fed beef supply chain…
Growing a Gorgeous Flower for Both Food and Medicine
Growing a gorgeous flower that has both food and medicine uses. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Susanne Jutzeler, suju-foto from Pixabay Multi-purpose plants are invaluable….
Proposed Neonicotinoid Mitigations Are Moving Forward
…limitations on the mode of application. DPR is also partnering with the California Department of Food and Agriculture for the development of an economic analysis. DPR is currently reviewing the…
Major Romain Lettuce Producer Recalls Product Voluntarily
…codes related to the products are 571280289SRS1 and 571280290SRS1. Tanimura & Antle stressed the proactive move as a measure to ensure consumer safety. The company said in a release that “food safety…
California Water Districts Receive Funding Through WaterSMART Initiative
…efforts. “Our farmers and ranchers are stepping up to the plate to partner with communities to gain efficiencies to better conserve our water supply,” NRCS Acting Chief Kevin Norton said…
Dairy Methane Reduction Projects Receive $25.4 Million from CDFA
Dozens of dairy methane reduction projects have been awarded financial support from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The projects are part of the Dairy Digester Research and…
2020 Virtual Citrus Stride Brings in Record Donations
…of citrus to food banks throughout California. “We’re very, very pleased with the results of the first-ever virtual Citrus Stride,” said CCM’s Director of Government Affairs Alyssa Houtby. “Of course,…
Fruits and Vegetables Easy to Grow in Your Garden
…than now than to learn how to grow our own fruit and vegetables so there’s no worries about access to some of the good foods we love to cook with…
Input Sought to Help Address Veterinary Shortages in California
Input from stakeholders is being sought to help address veterinary shortages in California. The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Antimicrobial Use and Stewardship program is seeking comment from…
Tri-National Agricultural Accord Highlights Importance of USMCA
…capability of our food and agriculture industries to compete successfully in the global market with the benefit of expanding opportunities for the next generation of farmers and ranchers to succeed…