…make the foods we love more convenient, but also can make life healthier, too. And today, March 6th is National Frozen Food Day, which has been celebrated since 1984. The…
USDA Announces More Local Control for School Meal Operations
…training requirements for nutrition professionals as part of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010. While this strengthened many school meal programs, some small school districts faced challenges finding qualified…
Celebrating National Nutrition Month
We are celebrating good health with Cathy Isom telling you why this is the month to be on a mission with your nutrition. That’s coming up on This Land of…
Bayer AgVocacy Forum Highlights Need for Better Engagement
…featured speakers from several areas of the ag sector offering presentations on topics such as the importance of soil health, the continuing adoption of drones in agriculture, and sustainable agricultural…
Kitchen Spices to Keep Around
Cathy Isom gives you a hand with your everyday health by letting you know about the 10 must have spices to keep around in your kitchen for healthy cooking. That’s…
Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Agriculture Coalition’s Request to Halt California’s ‘False and Misleading’ Prop 65 Labeling of Glyphosate
…health and environmental safety profile. We are pleased Judge Shubb granted our request, which is the first step in our efforts to prevent California from forcing farmers, growers and manufacturers…
NRCS Invites Proposals for 2018 Conservation Innovation Grants
…NRCS California is prioritizing proposals that improve the “technical toolbox” to address the following on-farm resource concerns: soil and water quality, wildlife habitat, water conservation, forest health, air quality, waste…
USDA Opens New Office in Vietnam to Help Facilitate Increasing Agricultural Trade
…and promote U.S. agricultural health through internationally-based animal and plant health expertise. APHIS’ International Services staff supports USDA’s mission through its 29 international offices by facilitating safe agricultural trade, ensuring…
Almond Update: Don’t Forget About Bee Water and Removal
The almond industry is in the middle of the bloom season and there is plenty of best management practices for growers to do while the pollinators are still foraging. ABC’s…
UCCE to be a Leader in Climate Change Awareness and Education
…case studies to personalize climate change impacts. Training for educators, advisors, specialists and volunteers. Research-based evidence on the impacts of climate change on food security and the cost of healthy…
Plant-based Protein Eaters: It’s About Taste
…say taste is the top reason for the choice, outranking diet concerns at ten percent, animal protection at 11 percent, the environment at 13 percent and even health at 39…
Significant Growth Expected for Ice Cream Sales
…who are becoming more health conscious in their food choices. Other possible challenges relate to lactose intolerant consumers and their choice for lactose-free ice creams. About the Author Brian German…
Legislation Designed to Save Pollinators Introduced in House
…evaluation to make sure using these insecticides is not adversely affecting pollinator populations. Blumenauer says, “A healthy food system depends on healthy pollinators. To keep the status quo is like…
2018 USDA Ag Outlook Forum Offers Pre-Forum Field Trips on Farming and Research
…trip will showcase best practices for soil health in crop fields, livestock grazing, and reducing soil erosion and runoff in the barnyard. USDA’s Farm Production and Conservation leaders will discuss…