…and testing showed the water downstream was three times cleaner than it was upstream. In addition, the pond was now a natural waterfowl and fish habitat that provides water for…
Funding for Critical Water Research
…critical water issues by developing both regional systems for the sustainable use and reuse, flow and management of water, and that address water issues focused on production and environmental sustainability…
Impacts of Environmental Regulations and Voluntary Conservation Solutions Examined
…assistance and incentive-based programs provided in the Farm Bill, our nation’s farmers and ranchers are voluntarily reducing soil erosion, increasing wetlands, improving water quality, and preserving farmland and wildlife habitats….
Jordan Ag Center Opens Doors
…research areas for robotics, computer water modeling and visualization and sensory evaluation, and is home to the California Water Institute. The second floor is home to environmental air and water…
Funding Available for Foundational Agricultural Research
…agriculture to combat childhood obesity, improve and sustain rural economic growth, address water availability issues, increase food production, find new sources of energy, mitigate the impacts of climate variability and…
California CCA Exam Signup Open
…which qualified them to complete nitrogen management plans for growers that are or will be required by the various California Regional Water Quality Boards. “Crop consultants are encouraged to become…
Challenging Conditions in the West
…poor condition. Tomás Torres “Wetlands play a vital role in decreasing water pollution, providing habitat for fish and wildlife, offering recreational and economic opportunities, and reducing risks from flooding and…
Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry Results
…carbon, help plant crops better cope with excess or too little water, improve wildlife and pollinator habitat—all while harvesting better profits and often better yield. As part of its soil…
Agri View: Ornamental Fish
…(Table 1). The number of species is almost equally divided between freshwater and saltwater species. However, the greatest volume or number of individuals in the trade, some 90-96%, are of…
New Leader for Rosenberg International Forum on Water Policy
…the management of water resources. “I’m delighted that the University of California, through the Rosenberg International Forum on Water Policy, is carrying out the vision of Richard Rosenberg in reducing…
New Regulations for Groundwater Management
…nearly two inches per month in some locations. Continued extensive groundwater pumping puts nearby infrastructure at greater risk of costly damage. For more information regarding California’s groundwater please visit http://www.water.ca.gov/groundwater/index.cfm….
The California Kitchen: Bacon & Avocado Ranch Orecchiette Spinach Pasta Salad
…Cup Flour 1 Egg 3 T Olive Oil 2 T Water 4 Thick Slices of Bacon 8 oz. Spinach 8 oz. Parmesan Cheese 1 Cup Ranch ½ Avocado To get…
California Almond Forecast
…pollination. After bloom, heavy winds accelerated nut drop. There were reports of limb breakage in younger trees with heavy sets. This year, water seems to be less of a concern…
Crop Production Report
…surface water deliveries to growers this year due to a wet winter. Spring Potatoes – The 2016 Spring Potato crop forecast is 10.1 million cwt., up 3.7 percent from last…