…the Food Safety Modernization’s Act Produce Safety Rule. CDFA’s Produce Safety Program has resources available for those interested in requesting an OFRR. Director of Regulatory Affairs and Food Safety for…
Items to Cross Off the Garden To-Do List This Month
…plant annuals and perennials, along with tropical plants grown as annuals. The month of May is a great time to plant flowering and fruit bearing trees and shrubs for your…
Week in Review: More Counties in Drought Emergency, Port Conditions Improving
…Valley Project water contractors located north of the Delta. The California Leafy Greens Marketing Association recently endorsed new Pre-Harvest Testing guidance to help improve food safety. Dry conditions are taking…
Bronaugh Confirmation Receives High Praise from Ag Industry
…and Consumer Services,” National Association of State Departments of Agriculture CEO Dr. Barb Glenn said in a press release. “Deputy Secretary Bronaugh deeply understands how agricultural and food policies work…
Pre-Harvest Testing Guidance to Bolster Leafy Greens Food Safety
California Leafy Greens Marketing Association (LGMA) recently endorsed new Pre-Harvest Testing guidance to help improve food safety. Recurring E. coli outbreaks linked to leafy greens have increased industry efforts to…
Mexico’s Organic Requirements for U.S. Exports Delayed Until 2022
…the United States and Mexico, one of our most important export markets.” The regulating body for organic products in Mexico is the National Service for Animal and Plant Health, Food…
USDA Partnership Looks at Hemp Seed Oil Potential for Personal Care Products
…with hemp seed oil. NCAUR is also looking at more efficient methods for processing hemp into fuels, lubricants and adhesives, along with other viable fiber products and food ingredients. Listen…
Conserving and Restoring America the Beautiful Report Outlines 30×30 Plan
…that society needs, such as food and fiber, but also things like wildlife habitat and healthy forests.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored…
Port Conditions Improving, But Still Work to Be Done
…State Board of Food and Agriculture at its most recent meeting. Seroka explained that things are moving at a better pace in the L.A. port, however there are still challenges…
More Than $92 Million in LAMP Grants Being Made Available
…transform our nation’s food system with a greater focus on resilient, local and regional food systems,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “These grants will help maximize…
Winegrape Pomace Holds Even More Value with Recent Discovery
Researchers have recently made a discovery in winegrape pomace that could make the byproduct even more valuable in the secondary market. A team of food scientists at the University of…
Carbon Bank Pilots Before USDA Rollout?
After the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has made clear that developing a carbon bank is a priority, industry groups are recommending a measured approach. The Food and Agriculture Climate…
Almond Update: Despite Unstable Chinese Market, Some Positive Indications
…China Advisor Connie Cheung noted some of the indicators that are positive for California almonds. She said cultural beliefs about food and nutrition continue to be very positive for almonds…
U.S. Potatoes Get Green Light in Mexico
…and chipping potatoes year-round that are not currently produced there. Mexican retailers, foodservice operators, food manufactures and ultimately Mexican consumers will benefit from this wide array of high-quality potatoes available…