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Hands-on learning, training make irrigation best practices accessible

Courtesy of UCCE UCCE advisors provide free training to nursery and greenhouse staff Working as an irrigator seems straightforward at...
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Hands-on learning, training make irrigation best practices accessible

AVIAN INFLUENZA CONFIRMED IN THREE CALIFORNIA DAIRY HERDS

Courtesy of CDFA News  Three Central Valley farms quarantined; no human cases detected; no threat to the milk or food...
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AVIAN INFLUENZA CONFIRMED IN THREE CALIFORNIA DAIRY HERDS

Naturipe Farms Celebrates Peak Raspberry Harvest with Unmatched Quality

This year's crop, the largest yet in Naturipe history, contains new varietals  There are raspberries as far as the eye...
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Naturipe Farms Celebrates Peak Raspberry Harvest with Unmatched Quality

California Department of Food and Agriculture Announces Vacancies on the Seed Advisory Board

Courtesy of the California Department of Food and Agriculture The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Pest Exclusion Branch...
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California Department of Food and Agriculture Announces Vacancies on the Seed Advisory Board

EPA Finalizes Herbicide Strategy to Protect Endangered Species

Courtesy of the Western Ag Processors Association The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released its final Herbicide Strategy to protect over...
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EPA Finalizes Herbicide Strategy to Protect Endangered Species

CACASA Clarifies Food Safety Concerns Surrounding Dacthal

Courtesy of CACASA The California Agricultural Commissioners and Sealers Association has issued a letter clarifying food safety concerns surrounding the...
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CACASA Clarifies Food Safety Concerns Surrounding Dacthal

Economic Analysis Reveals Significant Impacts of Pesticide Policies on California Lettuce Production

Courtesy of the Californians for Smart Pesticide Policy  Today, Californians for Smart Pesticide Policy (CSPP) released a comprehensive economic analysis...
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Economic Analysis Reveals Significant Impacts of Pesticide Policies on California Lettuce Production

Westlands Water District Awarded $1,000,000 by the California Department of Water Resources

Courtesy of the Westlands Water District Public Affairs Department  Grant will help implement projects to reduce flooding and facilitate groundwater...
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Westlands Water District Awarded $1,000,000 by the California Department of Water Resources

Duncan’s research ‘blew up preconceived ideas,’ improved almond, peach, grape production

Courtesy of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources Roger Duncan, UCCE farm advisor in Stanislaus County, retires after 36 years For...
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Duncan’s research ‘blew up preconceived ideas,’ improved almond, peach, grape production

Could empty lots be growing food, economic opportunity?

Courtesy of UC ANR News  UCCE scientists study feasibility of specialty crops for small urban growers The vacant lots around...
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Could empty lots be growing food, economic opportunity?

$1.5 Million in Grant Funding Available to Dairy Processors

Pacific Coast Coalition Opens Grants Round 5 to Support Dairy Processors – Applications Due September 30, 2024 The California Dairy...
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$1.5 Million in Grant Funding Available to Dairy Processors

USDA Projects Larger 2024 Almond Crop; Down 7 Percent from May Forecast

Courtesy of the Almond Board of California  Harvest 2024 predicted at 2.8 billion pounds while carryout expected to drop significantly. ...
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USDA Projects Larger 2024 Almond Crop; Down 7 Percent from May Forecast

Extreme Heat Advisory

Dear Friends, I want to make sure everyone stays safe from the heat this week, and to stay updated subscribe...
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Extreme Heat Advisory

CFFA REACTS TO PAGA REFORM SIGNING

Courtesy of the California Fresh Fruit Association The California Fresh Fruit Association (CFFA) applauds Governor Newsom’s enactment of legislation to...
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CFFA REACTS TO PAGA REFORM SIGNING

UC food-safety specialist tests biosensors to ensure safe produce

Courtesy of the UCANR News Ahmed El-Moghazy joined UC Agriculture and Natural Resources as a UC Cooperative Extension food safety...
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UC food-safety specialist tests biosensors to ensure safe produce

Report outlines top concerns in California organic agriculture

Courtesy of Mike Hsu Organic Agriculture Institute needs assessment refines how it can address pressing challenges The explosive growth of...
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Report outlines top concerns in California organic agriculture

American Pistachio Growers Hires New President & CEO

Courtesy of the American Pistachio Growers  Veteran sports marketing leader Zachary Fraser to head the non-profit trade association American Pistachio...
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American Pistachio Growers Hires New President & CEO

Mojave Pistachios Fights for Survival, Seeks to Prevent Groundwater Pumping Shutdown by IWVGA

In a high-stakes battle for its very existence, Mojave Pistachios, a 1,600 acre privately owned pistachio farming operation in eastern...
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Mojave Pistachios Fights for Survival,  Seeks to Prevent Groundwater Pumping Shutdown by IWVGA

Almond Board of California announces 2024 election results

Courtesy of Almond Board of California  Almond Board of California Announces 2024 Election Results New board will start its term...
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Almond Board of California announces 2024 election results

MORE THAN 20 DAIRY PARTNERS DISPLAY DAIRY TRENDS, SUSTAINABLE INGREDIENTS IN REAL CALIFORNIA MILK’S STREET OF DAIRY AT 2024 INTERNATIONAL DAIRY DELI BAKERY ASSOCIATION SHOW

Courtesy of the California Milk Advisory Board  The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) will spotlight a variety of innovative, on-trend...
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MORE THAN 20 DAIRY PARTNERS DISPLAY DAIRY TRENDS, SUSTAINABLE INGREDIENTS IN REAL CALIFORNIA MILK’S STREET OF DAIRY AT 2024 INTERNATIONAL DAIRY DELI BAKERY ASSOCIATION SHOW

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Almond Board of California announces 2024 election results
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Almond Board of California announces 2024 election results

Courtesy of Almond Board of California  Almond Board of California Announces 2024 Election Results New board will start its term...
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MORE THAN 20 DAIRY PARTNERS DISPLAY DAIRY TRENDS, SUSTAINABLE INGREDIENTS IN REAL CALIFORNIA MILK’S STREET OF DAIRY AT 2024 INTERNATIONAL DAIRY DELI BAKERY ASSOCIATION SHOW
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MORE THAN 20 DAIRY PARTNERS DISPLAY DAIRY TRENDS, SUSTAINABLE INGREDIENTS IN REAL CALIFORNIA MILK’S STREET OF DAIRY AT 2024 INTERNATIONAL DAIRY DELI BAKERY ASSOCIATION SHOW

Courtesy of the California Milk Advisory Board  The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) will spotlight a variety of innovative, on-trend...
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Cover crops benefits may outweigh water-use in California
University of California, Division of Agricultural and Natural Resources

Cover crops benefits may outweigh water-use in California

Courtesy of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources  Additional guidance needed for groundwater management strategies  Cover crops are planted to protect...
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Valadao Calls on Newsom to Suspend Gas Tax Increase
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Valadao Calls on Newsom to Suspend Gas Tax Increase

Congressman David G. Valadao (CA-22) led the entire California Republican congressional delegation in urging Governor Gavin Newsom to suspend the...
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UC Davis Ends Strawberry Licensing Agreements With Eurosemillas
University of California, Davis

UC Davis Ends Strawberry Licensing Agreements With Eurosemillas

Courtesy of Bill Kisliuk with the UC Davis News and Media Relations  The University Will Continue to Work With Nurseries...
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UC Master Gardeners empower college students to garden for mental wellness
University of California, Division of Agricultural and Natural Resources

UC Master Gardeners empower college students to garden for mental wellness

Courtesy of the UCANR News  Although training is required to become a University of California Master Gardener, the benefits of...
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SUSTAINABLE CALIFORNIA DAIRY SPOTLIGHT AT 2024 REAL CALIFORNIA MILK NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION BOOTH
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SUSTAINABLE CALIFORNIA DAIRY SPOTLIGHT AT 2024 REAL CALIFORNIA MILK NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION BOOTH

Courtesy of the California Milk Advisory Board  The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) will spotlight a variety of innovative and...
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Industry Pioneer Jack Wilkey and his Wife Pat Honored
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Industry Pioneer Jack Wilkey and his Wife Pat Honored

Courtesy of the Western Agricultural Processors Association  In 2004, the Ag One Foundation formed a Stanislaus County Alumni and Friends...
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USDA Forecasts Larger Almond Crop
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USDA Forecasts Larger Almond Crop

Courtesy of the Almond Board of California  Harvest 2024 is estimated to be up 21% percent from last year after...
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