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Many Types of Bees Can Get Almond Pollination Done
January 19, 2025
Major Myths Regarding Water Use In Almonds
January 16, 2025
UCCE Offers Water Measurement Training Jan. 30 in Davis
January 14, 2025
Long-Awaited UC Davis Bee Genetics Book Updated
January 6, 2025
Santa’s Reindeer Cleared for Visit to California
December 23, 2024
American Pistachio Growers Receives More Federal Marketing Grant Money
December 19, 2024
To Limit Bird Flu Spread, Keep Wild Birds Away From Poultry, Livestock
December 18, 2024
Alicia Rockwell New Board Chair for the Almond Board of California
December 16, 2024
Will importing workers lead to importing crops?
December 9, 2024
2024 Farm Sector Income Forecast
December 5, 2024
Westlands Water District Elects Five Board Members
December 2, 2024
ESGA Wants to Bug You
December 2, 2024
Many Types of Bees Can Get Almond Pollination Done
January 19, 2025
Mason, Blue Orchard Bees Are Fit for the Job By Patrick Cavanaugh, with the AgInformation Network Could different species...
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Major Myths Regarding Water Use In Almonds
January 16, 2025
Irrigating Almonds, Four Crops Per Drop By Patrick Cavanaugh, Ag Information Network There are significant myths regarding almonds....
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UCCE Offers Water Measurement Training Jan. 30 in Davis
January 14, 2025
Courtesy of the UC ANR News California water-rights holders are required by state law to measure and report the water...
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Long-Awaited UC Davis Bee Genetics Book Updated
January 6, 2025
Hear that buzz? The long-awaited update of the landmark UC Davis-authored book, Queen Bee Rearing and Bee Breeding by Harry H. Laidlaw Jr. (1907-2003),...
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Young Orchard Water and Nutrient Management Workshops Offered in Madera, Stockton, Parlier, Tulare
January 3, 2025
Courtesy of UC ANR News Growers invited to discuss young almonds, pistachios, walnuts, olives, citrus and peach orchards starting Feb....
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Santa’s Reindeer Cleared for Visit to California
December 23, 2024
Courtesy of the CDFA California State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Jones has granted a 24-hour permit for nine reindeer scheduled to...
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American Pistachio Growers Receives More Federal Marketing Grant Money
December 19, 2024
Courtesy of the American Pistachio Growers Grant funds totaling $3.25 million will fuel marketing efforts to boost consumer demand The...
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California Dairy Students Partner with California Dairy Families to Raise Milk Donations for Families in Need
December 18, 2024
Courtesy of the California Milk Advisory Board 2nd Real California Milk Intercollegiate Give-A-Gallon Challenge focuses on increasing access to fresh...
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To Limit Bird Flu Spread, Keep Wild Birds Away From Poultry, Livestock
December 18, 2024
Courtesy of the UCANR News Waterfowl Alert Network data help assess risk of avian influenza H5N1 Every winter, millions of...
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Alicia Rockwell New Board Chair for the Almond Board of California
December 16, 2024
Starts in new role Jan. 1, 2025. The Almond Board of California’s Board of Directors elected Alicia Rockwell to be...
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California Table Grape Commission Hires Director of Community Service and Health Programs
December 13, 2024
Courtesy of the California Table Grape Commission The California Table Grape Commission welcomes Jackie Nakashian as the director of community...
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Bowles Farming Company Receives California Leopold Conservation Award
December 9, 2024
Bowles Farming Company of Los Banos is the 2024 California Leopold Conservation Award® recipient. The $10,000 award honors farmers,...
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Will importing workers lead to importing crops?
December 9, 2024
Courtesy of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources News A dwindling and aging agricultural workforce, coupled with higher labor costs, have...
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Department of Pesticide Regulation Releases 2024-2028 Strategic Plan Driven by Commitment to Sustainable Pest Management, Enforcement, Transparency and Equity
December 6, 2024
Courtesy of the California Department of Pesticide Regulation The California Department of Pesticide Regulation released its final 2024-28 Strategic Plan,...
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2024 Farm Sector Income Forecast
December 5, 2024
Courtesy of the USDA Economic Research Service U.S. Department of Agriculture, Economic Research Service. (2024, December 3). Farm sector income &...
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Westlands Water District Elects Five Board Members
December 2, 2024
Westlands Water District (District) board certified the election for five members to the District’s Board of Directors. Directors William Bourdeau,...
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ESGA Wants to Bug You
December 2, 2024
The UC Davis Entomology Graduate Student Association (EGSA) is gearing up for the holiday season with items to “bug” you....
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5,000 matching campaign for Forever 4-H Endowment in Santa Barbara County ends on Dec. 4
November 27, 2024
Courtesy of UCANR News The 4-H Youth Development Program in Santa Barbara County believes that true leaders are not born,...
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California Department of Food and Agriculture Announces Vacancy on the Nursery Advisory Board
November 27, 2024
Courtesy of the CDFA The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Pest Exclusion Branch is announcing three vacancies on...
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California Citrus Mutual Endorses Congressman Jim Costa for Ranking Member of House Agriculture Committee
November 27, 2024
California Citrus Mutual (CCM) is proud to announce its endorsement of Congressman Jim Costa for the position of Ranking Member...
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November 27, 2024
California Department of Food and Agriculture Announces Vacancy on the Nursery Advisory Board
Courtesy of the CDFA The California Department of Food and Agriculture's (CDFA) Pest Exclusion Branch is announcing three vacancies on...
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November 27, 2024
California Citrus Mutual Endorses Congressman Jim Costa for Ranking Member of House Agriculture Committee
California Citrus Mutual (CCM) is proud to announce its endorsement of Congressman Jim Costa for the position of Ranking Member...
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November 22, 2024
Associations Conduct Air District Permit Training
The California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association (CCGGA) and Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA) in partnership with Cardinal Professional Products...
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November 14, 2024
Virtual Fencing “Game-Changer” for Ranchers Grazing Cattle
Courtesy of UCANR News Tech can save ranchers time and benefit animals and land, becoming more viable After the Caldor...
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October 23, 2024
Assemblymember Juan Alanis Awarded Almond Champion of the Year
The Almond Alliance is proud to announce Assemblymember Juan Alanis as the recipient of the 2024 Almond Champion of the...
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October 10, 2024
Congressman Valadao Requests Answers for Central Valley Small Businesses
Today, Congressman David G. Valadao (CA-22) sent a follow-up letter to IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel regarding delays in processing Employee...
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October 9, 2024
California Farm Labor Contractor Association Welcomes New Executive Director Kimberly Clark
The California Farm Labor Contractor Association (CFLCA) is pleased to announce that Kimberly Clark will be joining the association as...
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October 7, 2024
CDFA Announces Vacancies on Feed Inspection Advisory Board Technical Advisory Subcommittee
Courtesy of the CDFA The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announces two vacancies on the Feed Inspection Advisory...
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October 3, 2024
Westlands Water District Secures $2M WaterSMART Grants for Conservation and Drought Resiliency
Westlands Water District (District) recently secured $2 million through the Natural Resources Conservation Service’s WaterSMART Initiative (WSI). Awarded funds will...
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