…fact that LGMA requires absolute compliance with the more than 300 food safety mechanisms that are involved with on-farm audits. Several additional safety practices related to field and equipment sanitation…
New Food Safety Measures Approved by California LGMA
…have been approved with many focused on the areas of farm water use and sanitation of fields and equipment. Some of the most substantive changes in LGMA’s new food safety…
More Targeted COVID-19 Relief Sought by Agricultural Industry
…protective equipment and sanitation supplies. The United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) also sent its own letter to lawmakers, highlighting the struggles of U.S. cattle producers. The group recommends extending the…
The Western View: Salute to Our Workers
…operation. We all know just how important a quality workforce is, and how important good sanitation is, and always has been to our customers. Our farms live or die on…
Farm Safety Practices Adapt to Protect Workers from Coronavirus Risk
…increase handwashing and sanitation measures, along with other means for protecting against COVID-19. “We’re definitely trying to do our part,” said Tulare County dairyman Joey Airoso, who also noted they…
N95 Masks: ‘Perfect Storm’ Brewing for Agriculture
…SHORTAGE OF OTHER SUPPLIES ALSO AFFECTING AGRICULTURE The number of N95 masks that are available is not the only concern for the agriculture sector. Increased pressure on sanitation supplies by…
California Strawberry Production Stays on Track
…shifted some of the focus more heavily on staying healthy at work and handwashing and proper handwashing and sanitation in the field. So, we’ve emphasized that more in our trainings…
Cover Cropping in Almond Orchards Shows Promise
…my cover crop? How do I keep it mowed? How to facilitate sanitation and frost control?” said Gaudin. “So, we need to get these fundamental best management practices out there…
Almond Matters: Still Time for Preemergent Applications
…application on the ground prior to bloom can save a substantial amount of time and money later in the season. “Most of the pruning or winter sanitation’s done, or should…
Almond Matters: Developing A Dormant Control Program
…number of years. Adequate preparation during the winter months will mitigate serious pest issues later in the season. Orchard sanitation and material applications are two of the most important factors…
Almond Matters: Reviewing the 2019 Season and Prepping for 2020
…after harvest created ample opportunity for winter sanitation programs and getting a strong start to the 2020 season. “If you got your herbicides out ahead of the rains that’s a…
Almond Matters: Winter Sanitation Increases Chance for Successful Spring
…contemplate their plans for winter sanitation. Weather conditions in the coming months will dictate how some sanitation programs will be implemented. Being thorough and proactive with sanitation programs can be…
Almond Update: Sanitation a Must as Harvest Wraps Up
…Haviland is reminding growers that they need to be thinking about sanitation plans to get as many hulls and shells out of the trees as possible. Last year, Haviland and…
Almond Update: Mummy Shake Contest A Creative Sanitation Reminder
…the tune of Monster Mash. ABC’s Industry Communications Specialist Ashley Knoblauch said the contest is a creative way to remind everyone of the importance that sanitation practices have on navel…