…extreme drought, and population growth are decreasing water availability. To help promote sustainable water reuse, this research will evaluate how reclaimed water applications such as drinking water reuse, replenishing groundwater,…
How is Climate Change Affecting Agriculture?
…irrigation water in their modeling. This research, which was part of a larger study of climate change and agriculture funded by a grant from the California Energy Commission, was also…
$8.5 Million Awarded to Improve Communities’ Water Sources
…The Challenge works with universities to develop regional systems for sustainable use, reuse, flow and management of water; and at the watershed and farm scales, tackle water issues related to…
Parmesan Cheese Taste
…result. In particular, Parmesan must be made of cow’s milk, cured for 10 months or more, contain no more than 32% water, and have no less than 32% milkfat in…
Agri View: Corn Facts
…It must be deep enough to germinate where the water is in the soil (too deep and it won’t grow). Research has improved the odds in favor of the farmer…
Historic Agreements for U.S.-Cuba Agriculture Sectors
…commodities’ role in a nutritious diet that improves health or lowers the risk of chronic diseases. Study the efficacy of water disinfectants to eliminate/inactivate bacteria on commodities. Test recipes and…
Confusing Chicken Labels
Do you ever find yourself picking up packages of chicken examining the labels — such as enhanced, retained water, antibiotics, and wondering what exactly does that mean? Cathy Isom has…
Water Allocations Increased Again
…Data Exchange Center (CDEC) Web sites show current water conditions at the state’s reservoirs and weather stations. Reservoirs: http://cdec.water.ca.gov/cdecapp/resapp/getResGraphsMain.action Precipitation: http://cdec.water.ca.gov/snow_rain.html Snow: http://cdec.water.ca.gov/cdecapp/snowapp/sweq.action Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. declared a…
Agri View: Growing a Coffee Crop in the U.S.
…everybody benefits,” because he can more efficiently use resources such as land and water. Tree to bean Each summer, Good Land Organics harvests the ripened fruit of the coffee shrub,…
Dr. Sandra Witte Named Dean of Jordan College at Fresno State
…time for the Jordan College as we prepare for the opening of the Jordan Agricultural Research Center this spring and continue our laser-focus on crucial issues related to water and…
El Nino Leaves Water Management Questions
…conditions, such as the southern coast. With most of the water being seen in the north, conversations will remain focused on water movement within the stat’s water system. Anderson believes…
Agri View: Bee Gone
…have recently reported that mass extinctions of marine animals may soon be occurring at alarmingly rapid rates than previously projected due to pollution, rising water temperatures and loss of habitat….
Fresno’s National Ag Week and Nutrition Month
…in the world. It’s known for its fertile soils, long growing seasons and a developed surface and groundwater supply,” said Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobsen. “In 2014, Fresno…
Three California Organizations for Climate Action Leadership
U.S. EPA Honors Three California Organizations for Climate Action Leadership U.S. Environmental Protection Agency honored the California Department of Water Resources (Sacramento), Cisco Systems (San Jose), and the Government Authorities…