…agency will survey more than 2,600 operations across California and Nevada to determine crop production and supply levels in 2015. “Due to the widespread impact of its results, the June…
Editorial: Country of Origin Labeling
…For example, the grocery chain Safeway markets its “Rancher’s Reserve” beef with a voluntary label, and my home state of Texas has a successful “Go Texan” marketing program to distinguish…
Poindexter Nut Grows, Orders Largest US Walnut Napasol Pasteurization Plant
…has a staff of more than 400 employees seasonally. This major investment in pasteurization capacity will support the rapid growth of the company and its ability to supply large volumes…
Legislation Introduced in House to Repeal COOL
…labeling efforts, efforts that give consumers the information they are looking for and reward producers all along the supply chain for meeting specifications,” said Ellis. “Programs like Born and Raised…
CDFA Announces Vacancies On The Fertilizer Research and Education Program’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee
…agricultural sector. The program serves growers, agricultural supply and service professionals, extension personnel, public agencies, consultants, and the public. Applicants must demonstrate technical and scientific expertise in the fields of…
USDA announces $30 Million for Food Entrepreneurs and Agricultural Producers to Develop New Products
…family farms and ranches; farmer and rancher cooperatives; and applicants that propose mid-tier value chain projects are given special priority in applying for VAPGs. Additional priority is given to group…
Western Snowpack Melts Early, Little Remains
…other measurements taken from remote sites to develop the water supply forecasts. NRCS monitors conditions year-round and will continue to issue monthly forecasts until June. The water supply forecast is…
The Western View: Governor Brown’s Tunnels
…the Sacramento river water efficiently and better protect the state’s water supply system during an earthquake. Since the water would be bypassing the San Joaquin River Delta, the problem of…
Fresno Drought Forum is an Opportunity for Agriculture
…of this drought – giving a voice to those who produce our truly remarkable food supply. As we all know, the farming community is facing a very difficult time and…
Governor Brown Issues Proclamation Declaring Earth Day
…world’s population. Pollution of rivers, lakes, and ground water further limits the supply. Oceans Destructive pressure on the oceans is severe, particularly in the coastal regions which produce most of…
USDA: Record Number of Organic Producers in U.S.
…operations that is updated on a regular basis. The modernized system will allow anyone to confirm organic certification status using the online tool, support market research and supply chain connections,…
Snowpack Melts Early Across the West
…where snowmelt accounts for the majority of seasonal water supply, information about snowpack serves as an indicator of future water availability. Streamflow in the West consists largely of accumulated mountain…
Wenger: Get Ready to Engage in an Intense Water Debate
…water use has been cut on farms and ranches, with many of the state’s farmers facing water-supply cuts of 60 percent, 80 percent, even 100 percent, and for a second…
Eight Facts about Almonds, Agriculture and the Drought
…gallons, and an ounce of beef takes 106 gallons. 2) Agriculture uses 41 percent of California’s total water supply – not 80 percent as often quoted. The California Department of…