…well established in Southern California, the deadly disease has not been detected south of the quarantine area that includes most of the Los Angeles basin. However, during a California Department of Food…
CDFA Announces Five CalAgPlate Grant Recipients
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced the 2020 California Special Interest License Plate (CalAgPlate) grant program. CFDA has awarded a total of $230,981 to the CalAgPlate…
Industry Groups Push Back on Emergency Safety Standards
…Central California. The groups note that the health and safety of employees are paramount, however, the Board’s approach is creating more harm than good. “These regulations will disrupt food supply…
FSA Helped Farmers and Ranchers Address 2020 Challenges
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) helped producers address a variety of 2020 challenges. The unprecedented pandemic created turmoil throughout the entire food supply chain. COVID-19 challenges…
FAS Ensures Strength of American Ag Exports in A Challenging Year
…“The U.S. agricultural industry and USDA have always taken pride in our ability to provide the world with high-quality, cost-competitive food, feed, fuel and fiber,” Under Secretary for Trade and…
Snowpack at 93 Percent of Average in First 2021 Snow Survey
…93 percent of average to date and 42 percent of the April 1 average here at this location,” said Sean de Guzman, Chief of DWR’s Snow Surveys and Water Supply…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 12-30-20
…to combat Spotted Lanternfly and a multi-agency commitment to address food waste. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet…
Agreement Reaffirms Multi-Agency Commitment to Address Food Waste
A formal agreement was recently renewed between multiple federal agencies in an effort to address food waste. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and U.S….
Appropriations Bill Includes Support for Friant-Kern Canal Improvements
…the President and his administration prioritize and follow through with actions and projects that will deliver actual water supply benefits for the San Joaquin Valley’s communities and farms.” The estimated…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 12-29-20
…and FY 2021 spending package, Spray Safe event hoping to go virtual, and FDA extending the comment period for the FSMA Food Traceability Rule. Tune in to the show for…
FDA Extends Comment Period for FSMA Food Traceability Rule
…has proposed a new food traceability rule to improve recordkeeping standards for manufacturers, processors, packers, and those who hold foods identified on the Food Traceability List. The list includes leafy greens, melons,…
One Herb You Don’t Want to Miss Out on Growing
…Starr, CC BY 3.0, Link If you’ve eaten Mexican food, you have more-than-likely eaten root beer plant chopped in sweet and savory dishes or wrapped around food to form a…
Highways Prove Critical to American Agriculture in USDA Reports
…consumer’s table. Efficient transportation helps keep food prices low for consumers and enables the U.S. agricultural industry to compete in a global marketplace,” USDA Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs…
Blueberry Growers Form Alliance to Address Market Issues
…increase in blueberry exports potentially exposing American consumers to products from countries that do not have the same, stringent food safety protocols. Listen to the radio report below. Blueberry Growers…