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California field crop acreages shrinking amid drought – from Capital Press

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

By Tim Hearden A continued lack of water availability is causing field crop acreages in California to dip even lower than expected, government and industry representatives say. Rice acreage in California is now expected to top out at 385,000, a … Continue reading →

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Apps Help Farmers With Efficiency During Drought – from Capital Public Radio

Posted on July 8, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

By Lesley McClurg As the drought continues and the weather heats up, California farmers are grappling with how to allocate dwindling water supplies. Patrick Dosier, an independent agronomist and agriculture tech consultant, says smartphone or tablet apps can help with … Continue reading →

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“Friends of the Range” – from the Growing California video series

Posted on July 7, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

The latest segment in the Growing California video series, a partnership with California Grown, is “Friends of the Range,” a profile of a brother-sister ranching partnership and their extensive family history in Contra Costa and Alameda counties.

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CDFA Specialty Crop Block Grant Helps Launch Northern California Food Hub – from the Ukiah Daily Journal

Posted on July 6, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

By Karen Rifkin The Mendo-Lake Food Hub, a grant-funded program initiated by North Coast Opportunities to connect local farmers with local retailers and restaurants in order to meet the growing demand for local food, is up and running. Coordinator John … Continue reading →

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What’s better than the Fourth of July? The Fourth at the Fair!

Posted on July 3, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

What’s better than the Fourth of July? Spending the fourth at the fair! Marin, Alameda, San Diego and Napa county fairs are all in full swing over the Fourth of July weekend. Click on these images to go to each … Continue reading →

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It’s the Pollen Nation!

Posted on July 2, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

The University of California’s Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources is featuring the Pollen Nation, a web page dedicated to awareness about the many players in the pollination process, from the birds and the bees to the wind, and even … Continue reading →

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Grill like a pro! Food safety tips from the USDA

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

July 4 is right around the corner and for the estimated 80% of households that own grills or smokers, that means one thing – barbeques.  Grill masters can make sure they don’t leave their diners with a nasty case of … Continue reading →

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Video: Why does half of America’s food go to waste? from NPR and PBS

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs
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USDA Seeks Partner Proposals to Protect and Restore Critical Wetlands

Posted on June 29, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the availability of $17.5 million in financial and technical assistance to help eligible conservation partners voluntarily protect, restore and enhance critical wetlands on private and tribal agricultural lands. “USDA has leveraged partnerships to accomplish … Continue reading →

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CDFA farmers market coupons aim to promote healthy senior eating – from the Turlock Journal

Posted on June 26, 2015 by Office of Public Affairs

By Alysson Aredas To the Stanislaus County Area Agency on Aging, a coupon is more than just a piece of paper. Rather, the Seniors Farmers Market coupon booklet the organization has distributed to local seniors for over a decade helps … Continue reading →

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