Tag: california

California has just seen a first for nearly 50 years: plans to begin construction of a new reservoir that, when completed, will add 1.5 million acre-feet to the state’s water storage capacities per year.

California Avocado Commission staff informed USDA of this inconsistency, which led USDA to remove Hass avocado from the host list on October 27, 2023.

New “Snapshot” describes strawberry farming practices, innovation, and research to benefit the environment, communities, and the economy

The Fresno County agricultural commissioner’s 2022 report says grapes were the county’s number one crop, with table grapes topping usage.

U.S. Valencia orange production will be 23 percent higher in 2023-24, at 20.85 million boxes, up from 16.91 million boxes in the previous season according to a crop forecast issued by USDA on October 12.

The Jacobs, Malcolm & Burtt tradeshow team is gearing up for another year at the highly anticipated Global Produce & Floral Show to showcase their perfect product trio.

California governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill mandating an increase in minimum paid sick leave days for workers in the state from three to five per year.

Westside Produce and Classic Fruit have hired a new marketing director, Tara Monreal, to head their all-season melons program.

Port of Hueneme, Oxnard, CA, celebrates 10th anniversary with festival celebrating banana, the port's largest single import.

California sweet potato farmers are on a mission to end consumer confusion, entice younger buyers and increase retail sales of this superfood.