California is receiving federal support for efforts to address exotic fruit fly outbreaks. The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is taking action against the growing threats posed…
Participants Sought for Trade Mission to the Republic of Korea in March
…Korea, a top U.S. export market, presents opportunities for expansion, particularly in health and fitness, ready-to-eat, and convenience products. The trade mission aims to help U.S. agribusinesses increase exports by…
Almond Matters: Maximizing Orchard Health During Dormancy
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., efforts during the dormant season can help optimize orchard health for the coming season. Dormant applications and effective weed management…
Lawmakers Discuss Pesticide Regulations
…current and future pesticides,” he said. “It will threaten crops, grower incomes, conservation practices, public health, vital infrastructure, and ultimately raise food prices for families amidst record high inflation.” Newhouse…
“True Cost” of Food Discussed at COP28
…These health-related costs exhibit considerable variation across countries but are most prominent in high- and middle-income countries.” The report next lists environmental costs and says, “The environmental hidden costs, while…
Mating Disruption Incentives Made Possible Through CDFA
…the state’s new pest management strategy, “Accelerating Sustainable Pest Management: A Roadmap for California,” emphasizing a comprehensive approach promoting human health, resilient ecosystems, and economic viability in agricultural production. Navel…
No Current ‘Spin-off’ Plans for Bayer
…Crop Science, and we’re going to be Health.” Boydston said there doesn’t seem to be any interest in spinning things off. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here. No Current ‘Spin-off’…
State Seeks Helps in Defining ‘Regenerative Agriculture’
…positive impacts on the state’s environmental, social, human health, and economic goals. Soil health has also been highlighted as a foundational element within the framework recommendation. Public engagement is being…
Consider Composting for Holiday Leftovers
…garden. This method of dealing with your excess food can be done from your home, easy to do and healthier for the environment,” Bravo explained. If you generate only kitchen…
Dental Care in Rural Areas
…for us to make sure that people living in rural and remote areas have access to the healthcare, the dental care and the mental healthcare that they need,” said Agriculture…
Court Finds Prop 65 Glyphosate Warning Unconstitutional
…were not purely factual and uncontroversial, and thus were subject to intermediate scrutiny,” the judges noted in their decision. “Moreover, saying that something is carcinogenic or has serious deleterious health…
Christmas Tree Cutting in National Forests
…so when you purchase a permit, oftentimes through recreation.gov or even on the local forest web page, you’ll see special cutting areas. And so, forest health experts have identified those areas that…
New Paid Sick Leave Requirements to Become Effective January 1, 2024
…get sick,” said Newsom. “We’re making it known that the health and wellbeing of workers and their families is of the utmost importance for California’s future.” While the primary objective…
New Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards Established
…hygiene. The rule also sets specific stocking densities, mandates preventative health care practices, and outlines guidelines for physical alterations and euthanasia. Additionally, it addresses transport, handling, and slaughter practices to…