…developing the technical, policy and investment conditions for food security amidst climate change. California and the Netherlands have a lot to share in regards to mitigating and adapting to a…
CFBF Annual Meeting Underway
…Sphere of Influence, is extremely timely. Our influence in the lives of consumers throughout our state, nation and world are indisputable, both through the safe and affordable food products they…
Agri View: Cattle Rustling
…stealing their calves. People are stealing the calves for food. Everett Griner talks about the authorities ramping up their efforts to catch the thieves in today’s Agri View. Cattle Rustling…
FSMA Seminar to Help Growers with Regulations
An event coming up this month will help growers understand the new Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Sabrina Hill reports. FSMA Seminar The Valley Food Safety Committee is hosting an…
Heifer Gift
…food and income. Heifer is currently working in more than 30 countries, including the U-S, to help families and communities become more self-reliant. Food Network chef and avid supporter Alton…
Agri View: Satsuma Oranges
It looks like the Satsuma Orange is making a comeback. The small tasty orange was never a part of the citrus industry. It was grown mostly in North Florida and…
Calif. to Host Informational Sessions on the Food Safety Modernization Act in January
The California Department of Food and Agriculture will host informational sessions on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Final Rules for Produce Safety and…
Almond Board: Almond Conference Next Week
…more content than ever with the implementation of five separate tracks that will run simultaneously. And, one of these tracks is dedicated entirely to production and environmental research updates. For…
Greater HLB-Resistant Rootstock Released
…Hybrid seed from the cross was planted at the A.H. Whitmore Foundation Farm, Groveland, Florida in 1976 and grown to fruiting. Field testing of US-1516 was planned and conducted by…
Rose for the Holiday
…A new take on an old bloom. After taking a turn inside, these specimens can be planted outside for ongoing enjoyment. Holiday Rose Grown with expert care on their small,…
USDA Begins 49th Enrollment Period for the Conservation Reserve Program
…successful conservation programs in the history of the country,” said Vilsack. “Today, CRP continues to make major environmental improvements to water and air quality. This is another longstanding example of…
Busy December for Ag in Congress
…billion cut in crop insurance made in an earlier budget deal. Efforts are also underway to repeal the Environmental Protection Agency’s controversial “Waters of the U.S.” rule as part of…
Climate Change Report – USDA
…in four countries. Executive Summary, Climate Change, Global Food Security, and the U.S. Food System Full Report: Climate Change, Global Food Security, and the U.S. Food System Comments on the…
Vilsack Addresses Global Food Security and Climate Change at COP21 in Paris
…a side event highlighting environmental progress and economic opportunities in agriculture. In partnership with the White House Council on Environmental Quality, Secretary Vilsack announced a new report highlighting the Administration’s…
