…plants from fungal diseases. However, the defensins from alfalfa, spinach and tomato that the researchers tested either did not inhibit growth of alfalfa crown rot pathogens or had limited activity….
Climate Considerations for Processing Tomatoes
…looking at processing tomato production in the Central Valley, researchers found that changing temperatures will likely have a noticeable impact on the timing of the growing season. “We looked at…
Homemade Pesticides That Really Work
…home. Or, things you may already be discarding, like tomato plant leaves and orange peels. Some might dismiss the idea of homemade pesticides, thinking the recipes aren’t powerful enough to…
Why Sun-Dry Fruits and Vegetables
…to have your favorite produce around for much longer than if it was a ripe tomato sitting on the counter. Some of the benefits of sun drying your produce: Dried fruits…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-28-19
…of the Delta, automation research for the tomato industry, the DPR’s 2018 Pesticide Residue Report and details on companies that are shaping food safety practices. Tune in to the show…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-18-19
…consumer’s needs, wild tomato genomes and details on a forage management online course offered by Cornell. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle…
Co-creation A Key Factor for Agtech Development
Western Growers CIT members discussing issues with California tomato industry leaders. One of the most important aspects to consider in agtech development is a clear understanding of what the needs…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 10-15-19
…focus on tomato grower issues, management of data in another episode of the Voices of the Valley and California nominations for the Golden Owl. Tune in to the show for…
Concerns Over New Tomato Suspension Agreement with Mexico
Mexican officials have agreed to terms with the U.S. Department of Commerce in regard to a new tomato suspension agreement between the two countries. The new agreement that was reached…
Agriculture Groups Respond to Japan Trade Deal
…cheese and whey ethanol frozen poultry processed pork fresh cherries beef offal frozen potatoes oranges egg products tomato paste Country Specific Quotas (CSQs):For some products, preferential market access will be…
The California Kitchen: Vegetarian Paella
…Oil 1 C Roasted Tomatoes 1/2 C Tomato Sauce 1 oz Saffron Threads 2 T Spicy Paprika 3 T Dry Chive 1 T Dry Cilantro 1 T Dehydrated Garlic 1…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-25-19
…minimum hospital time for reportable incidents, the recently signed Tomato Suspension Agreement and USDA permitting outside storage of cotton in response to production levels. Tune in to the show for…
Updated Import Restrictions for Various Seed Types
…pospiviroids, some of which are known to cause disease in potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, and other agricultural crops. All tomato and pepper seeds will now need to be tested in their…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-26-19
…EPA’s Glyphosate report, the tomato deal with the U.S. and Mexico and get details on the final mapped cotton acreage for the state. Tune in to the show for these…