…been a focus for research in the state. California Perfect for Drought Research That’s why new drought projects are starting around the California, including the project the Kearney research center…
Fall Fitness Program
…what we should do before starting a new fitness program. Fall Fitness Kansas State University Research and Extension Facebook Check out more of Cathy Isom’s features on “This Land of…
Drought Tolerance Focus of Sorghum Project
A joint project is testing sorghum to see what genetics in a plant leads to drought tolerance. Drought Tolerance Focus of Sorghum Project The Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center…
Map Identifies Farmland with Greatest Potential for Groundwater Recharge
Growers, researchers, policymakers and others can now pinpoint California’s most promising parcels of farmland to help replenish the state’s dwindling groundwater supplies, thanks to a new interactive map developed by…
National Co-op Month: A Reminder of the Cooperative Nature of Food and Agriculture
…reach markets, direct research, and connect with consumers in ways they would not be able to do alone. The United Nations has said that, “Cooperatives are a reminder…that it’s possible…
Industry Leaders Headline CAPCA
…conference in Reno, Nev. Like many of the speakers, California Strawberry Commission President Rick Tomlinson updated attendees about what research the commission is doing to continue the success of the…
Vilsack Stresses Almond Industry’s Economic Importance
…for rural communities and research. He said more than $100 million has been directed by the department for specific initiatives to California and explained the support and help will continue…
Almond Board: What to Expect at Almond Conference
…by researchers, offering insight into ongoing research projects. Researchers will also be available at poster sessions in Hall A+B, giving conference attendees a chance to ask follow-up questions. For a…
National Manufacturing Month – Recognizing Where the Harvest Leads
…aisle, the harvest is the beginning of the transformative process of manufacturing. Officially, according to USDA’s Economic Research Service, food and beverage manufacturers “transform raw agricultural materials into products for…
The Western View: Connecting Farmers
…ideas, tips, research, product information and more. He came up with AgFuse when he realized that, compared to other professions, farmers work alone, separated from their peers, and a new…
Guarding Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease – A Partnership of Dairy Farmers, UC Davis and CDFA
California’s dairy farmers have joined together with the California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory at UC Davis–a joint venture with CDFA–to fund research through the California Dairy Research Foundation…
California Ag Leads the Nation in Funding for Specialty Crops
…These projects represent an ongoing effort to address food safety practices and minimize outbreaks of foodborne illness with proactive research. The 2015 SCBGP project abstracts are available at http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/Specialty_Crop_Competitiveness_Grants/pdfs/2015SCBGP_ProjectAbstracts.pdf For…
Winter Flooding Project To Test Almonds
Almonds are the next crop researchers will focus on to see if orchards can handle winter flooding that will help replenish underground aquifers. Winter Flooding Project To Test Almonds UC…
USDA Awards $113 Million to Support Specialty Crop Production, Grow Opportunities for Rural Communities
…crops,” through research, agricultural extension activities, and programs to increase demand and address the needs of America’s specialty crop industry. Today’s announcement is part of a USDA-wide effort supporting President…