…$257 million in funding since 2009 that has helped more than 6,000 dairy farmers plan and implement conservation practices to improve sustainability. NRCS support for the dairy industry has resulted…
United Fresh Nominations for Board Officers
…the Food Safety and Technology Council. Elliott joined Sunkist in 1986, initially in Research & Technical Services. Currently he focuses on developing and implementing food safety programs for citrus growing,…
Poultry Inspection Plan Still Controversial
It’s been more than a year since Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack proposed major changes to the way poultry is inspected for safety at poultry processing plants. The plan is still…
AgNeTVideo Report: Monterey County Ag Part 2
…he’s not sure what species of springtail he’s dealing with, and has sent samples out for identification. His work with the springtails will help him create a comprehensive plan of…
Discovery Could Lead to Heat-Resistant Lettuce
A new scientific discovery could lead to heat-tolerant lettuce plants. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to open or download audio report. A team of researchers led by UC Davis plant…
Heat Illness Prevention Training
…of heat illness prevention: drinking plenty of cool water; ready access to shade; full and complete training; and written procedures identifying the the business’ heat illness prevention program. Employers will…
Heat Illness Training
…heat illness injuries in agriculture by training participants about the dangers of heat-related injuries and how heat injuries can be prevented. Attendees will get a participation certificate, however the program…
Growers Speak at Water Hearing
…wants to further limit the supply to Merced, Turlock and Modesto irrigation districts. The plan would leave only a 35 percent flow in the rivers, in an effort to improve…
Advice for Winemakers on Creating Success
…to jump into the industry without a solid plan in place. She said a five to ten year plan is an essential first step. She also advised new and existing…
CDFA Sessions on Food Safety
The California Department of Food and Agriculture will be hosting two listening sessions on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Food Safety Modernization Act Proposed Fresh Produce and Preventive Control…
United Fresh 2013 Convention And Tour
…off a two-week California Fresh Impact Tour on March 13 with town hall events and member visits throughout the state. Members will hear updates on immigration, food safety and nutrition…
USDA Working on Crop Insurance Problems
…Tom Vilsack says USDA is working on problems with specialty crop insurance. At a House Agriculture Committee hearing this week, he discussed efforts to improve the safety net for specialty…
Will Sequester Impact Meat Safety?
We continue our coverage of the sequester. Will furloughs of meat inspectors compromise the safety of meat and poultry products? Gary Crawford has the answer. Click to Open or Download…
Better Safety Rating for U.S. Beef
U.S. beef could soon have a better safety rating. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report The Scientific Commission for the World Organization for Animal Health…