…by Peggy Greb. Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists identified 8 spinach varieties that have low oxalate levels, which is sometimes linked to better health. Oxalic acid, or “oxalate,” is a…
Bird Flu Fears Growing
…escaped much of the recent outbreaks, widespread avian influenza has been confirmed across Europe, Africa and Asia in the last three months. Global health officials are worried another strain could…
Beekeepers, Farmers Prepare for Pollination
…focused on bee health and pollination, Curtis described the annual pollination preparation as a balancing act. “Over the last few years, we’ve had a sufficient supply of healthy bees for…
Dicamba Herbicide Lawsuit Cites Endangered Species Concerns
…in the Ninth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. A Bloomberg report says the groups cite health concerns due to increasing pesticide exposure and the eventual evolution of herbicide-resistant weeds as…
Almond Board: Tools for Managing Irrigation
…Board of California has invested heavily in the area of water irrigation strategies and technologies that conserve water while optimizing almond production and tree health, as well as in ways…
National Green Juice Day
…is designed to inspire everyone to thrive by taking small sips toward a healthier way of living. Green juice can include fresh ingredients of fruits and vegetables such as kale,…
Annette Jones, DVM, on Animal Health & Food Safety
Dr. Annette Jones, DVM, Director of Animal Health and Food Safety Services at the California Department of Food and Agriculture, talks about the mission to protect California’s livestock and poultry…
Six California Projects that Reduce Pesticide Use
…Cotton Pest Control Board, California Department of Food and Agriculture, U.S. Department of Agriculture and Plant Health Inspection Service, and the National Cotton Council. Media interested in this project can…
CCM Supports Stay on Argentine Lemon Rule
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) in accordance with guidance from the White House issued January 20, 2017, today issued a stay for…
USDA Proposes Revisions to Genetic Engineering Policy
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is proposing to revise regulations (7 CFR Part 340) regarding the importation, interstate movement and environmental release of…
Role of Fossil Fuels in the U.S. Food System and the American Diet
…measured in British thermal units (Btu). We focus on two diets. The Realistic Healthy Diet results from a model that formulates a diet requiring minimal change from typical diets (as…
CDFA Farm Bill Listening Sessions
…the federal farm bill will result in positive investments to our communities, our health and agricultural economy.” The current farm bill, the Agricultural Act of 2014 will expire next year…
Common Crop Chemical Leaves Bees Susceptible to Deadly Viruses
…the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “In the lab, we found that the commonly used organosilicone adjuvant, Sylgard 309, negatively impacts the health of honey bee larvae by increasing their susceptibility…
USDA Invests in Citrus Greening Research
…laboratories share best practices and expedite diagnoses and screening for ACP and HLB. The network coordinates diagnostician training in HLB with USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s Plant Protection…