…human health.” Dr. Sonny Ramaswamy The CPPM program helps researchers develop innovative approaches for managing high priority pests at the state, regional and national levels. The program seeks effective new…
Teens Snacks
Many nutrition experts think many teens are still not eating enough healthy foods. Cathy Isom explains the project underway to sway teens away from the sugary snacks. That’s coming up…
Agri View: Pistachio Status
…as the symbol of wellness and robust health since ancient times. The kernels are enriched with many health-benefiting nutrients essential for optimum health. Pistachio actually are kernels obtained from fruits…
Strawberry Commission Answers ‘Dirty Dozen’
…the conventional and organic farmers we represent, the California Strawberry Commission (CSC) reiterates that health experts everywhere agree that consumers should eat more fruits and vegetables, like strawberries, every day…
NMPF, IDFA Urge Congress to Challenge WHO Proposal
…members of Congress this week to insist that the United States request a more thorough analysis of a World Health Organization (WHO) proposal seeking to discourage parents from feeding toddlers…
Worms Make Winery More Sustainable
…in spite of seasonal fluctuations in wastewater flow like those seen in the wine industry, and generates compost-enhancing castings from worm digestion, returning nutrients to the soil. Working with Worms…
North American Producers Committed
…of defense to maintain and protect animal health, recognizing that animal health products should never be used as a replacement for good animal husbandry. They do believe, however, that producers…
Veteran Serves Escondido Ag Community
…quality. These goals are all areas where NRCS’ science-based conservation methods can help. Through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, NRCS offers organic conservation assistance to help farmers improve soil health…
Climate Change Bill Moves Forward
…Soils Program to support projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions from agricultural operations and increase carbon sequestration, or storage, in agricultural soil. Benefits to increased health of agricultural soils include…
Unique Gardens
…installed with lightweight soil, a bit of mulch, and voila. It does take some effort to get the ball rolling on these things — checking rental regulations, investigating the building’s…
Agri View: SNAP Fraud
…than 50 percent of its investigative resources to prevent SNAP fraud, waste and abuse. Learn More About How USDA Fights Fraud From: SNAP to Health.org What are the rates of…
High Tunnel System Initiative
The High Tunnel System is a conservation practice available through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). This practice helps producers: Extend the growing season Improve plant quality and soil quality…
Near Normal Snowpack in Most of the West
…mitigate the effects of drought and prepare against future weather events. These practices enable farmers and ranchers to use water more efficiently as well as boost the health of soil,…
Nearly $1.5 Million to Two Universities in California to Protect Air Quality in a Changing Climate
…affect air quality and impact public health. With the funding, researchers across the country will expand investigations to understand: Health impacts from smoke due to a rise in wildfires that…