…events. These practices enable farmers and ranchers to use water more efficiently as well as boost the health of soil, which is better able to store water for when it’s…
Avian Flu Outbreak Requires Vigilance In California
…California. This may already be the largest bird flu event in U.S. history. Fortunately, this virus strain is not threatening human health and it will continue to be monitored closely…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Quarantine in San Benito County
…the diseased tree will decline in health and produce bitter, misshaped fruit until it dies. HLB has been detected just once in California – in 2012 on a single residential…
USDA Announces $235 Million Available for Innovative New Conservation Partnerships
Local Coalitions Can Now Apply for Funding to Improve Soil Health, Preserve Clean Water, Combat Drought, Protect Wildlife Habitat Vilsack Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today an investment of up…
Gov. Brown Establishes Most Ambitious Greenhouse Gas Reduction Target in North America
…emerged as a global leader – proving that we don’t have to choose between a healthy environment and a strong economy. Today Governor Brown took that leadership to the next…
UC Davis Ranked Number 1 in World for Agriculture and Veterinary Sciences
…leaders in veterinary medicine, public health, biomedical sciences and specialty disciplines,” said Dean Michael Lairmore. “Our recognition by the QS World Rankings demonstrates our global impact in advancing the health…
SNAP/CalFresh Sign-Up Event for Local Farmers’ Markets
…together to also increase CalFresh recipients’ access to farmers’ fresh products. “Thanks to local farmers, we have an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables and other healthy foods here in…
California Leopold Conservation Award Seeks Nominees
…a nomination. It’s okay to brag about good land stewardship.” “Good intentions and luck take no farmer down the road to profitability and improved land health. Leopold Conservation Award recipients…
From Over 100,000 to 1: Partners Band Together to Beat the European Grapevine Moth
…and eradication partnership one of the most effective programs for the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), county departments of agriculture,…
USDA Announces Building Blocks for Climate-Smart Agriculture
…encourage actions that promote soil health, improve nutrient management, and conserve and enhance forest resources on private and public lands. In addition, USDA will redouble efforts to improve energy efficiency,…
Hungry Pest
…and trees this Spring. Hungry Pest Check the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service webpage to see if your state has a federal quarantine–or could make a good home–for…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Detected in Hollister
…and the disease. There is no cure once a tree becomes infected. The diseased tree will decline in health and produce bitter, misshaped fruit until it dies. To date, HLB…
No Human Health Problems Yet From Avian Flu Viruses
…far there have been no reported human health problems from the avian flu viruses now showing up in U.S. poultry flocks. No Human Health Problems Yet From Avian Flu Viruses…
USDA Announces FoodKeeper Application in Advance of World Health Day
The U.S. Food Waste Challenge calls on organizations and businesses across the food supply chain to join the fight against food waste. Cathy Isom has more. FoodKeeper App Learn more…