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fromLos Angeles Times
2 hours ago

Fear of ICE raids is making heat intolerable for Southern California families

"You have to pack so many boxes in a day. If it takes you a while to get water, you’ll neglect the boxes you’re packing. You have to put in more effort."
Agriculture
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Looming threat in Calif. Delta could devastate this summer tradition

"Not many people know that Courtland is a very big pear place," Katelyn Ortega, a rising senior at the local Delta High School, told SFGATE while tending to goats at Arceo Ranch, her family's farm in Courtland.
Agriculture
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Weather Service cuts are harming agriculture, worsening wildfire danger, California senators say

The safety and lives of millions of Americans as well as the economic success of California depend on weather forecasts from the state's NWS offices.
Agriculture
#farmworkers
fromKqed
1 week ago
Agriculture

Pesticides Pose Significant Risk For Pregnant Farmworkers On Central Coast | KQED

fromKqed
1 week ago
Agriculture

Pesticides Pose Significant Risk For Pregnant Farmworkers On Central Coast | KQED

#food-culture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The week around the world in 20 pictures

Blood, rubble, and a deck of cards lie scattered in a cafe after it was hit by an Israeli airstrike that killed more than 30 people near the port in Gaza City.
Agriculture
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

As the summer harvest season launches, confusion and uncertainty hang over California fields

The enormity of California's agricultural output, consisting of over one-third of the nation’s vegetables and more than three-quarters of its fruits and nuts, is at risk due to the uncertainty surrounding federal immigration policies.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

15 Major Crops California Provides To The US - Tasting Table

Carrots are among the best vegetables to keep in the fridge, being cheap, long-lasting, and versatile for both sweet and savory dishes.
Silicon Valley food
#sustainability
fromTasting Table
1 month ago
Silicon Valley food

California Is The Only State With 4 Official Varieties Of Nuts. Here's What They Are - Tasting Table

fromTasting Table
1 month ago
Silicon Valley food

California Is The Only State With 4 Official Varieties Of Nuts. Here's What They Are - Tasting Table

Silicon Valley food
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

The iconic California avocado is in trouble, and this farmer is fighting to save it

The global avocado industry, particularly from Mexico, faces serious ethical and environmental challenges affecting California growers.
Silicon Valley food
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

California avocado growers say Mexican imports have helped their sales

California avocado growers are optimistic about recovery after wildfires, largely due to increased year-round demand fueled by Mexican avocado imports.
SF parents
fromKqed
1 month ago

Food Insecurity A Major Challenge For Central Coast Farmworkers | KQED

Despite California's $60 billion agriculture industry, many farmworkers still face food insecurity.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Monterey's most famous food festival permanently canceled after 65 years

Ending the festival is one of the most difficult decisions we've ever had to make. But the financial realities we now face are insurmountable.
Portland food
SF food
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Trump abruptly stopped paying farmers to feed in-need Californians-so they fought back

California farmers face unique challenges exacerbated by federal funding cuts, impacting their ability to support food programs.
A coalitional effort among farmers was successful in reclaiming owed funds after adversity.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

You can learn now when farmers are spraying pesticides near your home. Here's how.

California's Spray Days program alerts residents about upcoming pesticide applications, enhancing public health transparency.
California
fromKqed
3 months ago

Tariffs To Have Widespread Impact On California Businesses | KQED

California farmers face significant risks from new tariffs, potentially impacting their $20 billion in annual agricultural exports.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

California farm groups look to stabilize workforce amid crackdown on illegal immigration

California's agriculture industry seeks to navigate labor challenges amid strict immigration policies, prioritizing either undocumented workers or guest worker programs.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

California and federal government set to increase water deliveries after storms

State and federal agencies are increasing water allocations to California farms and cities due to improved reservoir levels from recent storms.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 months ago

Alarming rise in beehive thefts reported in CA during almond harvest season, association says

Beehive thefts are soaring in California, impacting almond farmers and prompting partnerships between beekeepers and private detectives.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
7 months ago

Egg shortage due to avian flu expected to ease by 2025, says USDA

As avian flu exacerbates the nationwide egg supply crisis, Bay Area consumers experience severe shortages and halted production with a recovery not expected until mid-2025.
East Bay (California)
Wine
fromABC7 San Francisco
9 months ago

Growers consider removing vineyards as wine consumption declines

The California wine industry is facing significant challenges due to changing consumer preferences and decreased alcohol consumption.
Many California wine grape growers are considering whether to replace vineyards with more profitable crops.
Up to 500,000 tons of grapes may remain unharvested this year if the market doesn't improve.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
9 months ago

Time Is Ripe: Discover the joy of agritourism with a visit to local farms

Farmers' markets in October showcase the best of fall produce, including pumpkins for carving, decorative gourds, hearty squash, and various local fruits for seasonal baking.
East Bay (California)
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