Glenda Humiston, Vice President of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources
Ag Education

Master Gardeners offer advice on selecting shade trees for Yolo County yards

Yolo County Master Gardeners advise residents on how to select appropriate shade trees for their yards. The guidance emphasizes climate suitability, water use, space considerations, and available local resources. University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources supports these efforts through education programs across all counties.

Diego Lopez Casanello, CEO at Farmer’s Business Network
Agribusiness

Farmers Business Network outlines key goals for succession planning in agriculture

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Chocolate-dipped organic fruit snacks combine simplicity with versatile nutrition

Karen Ross Secretary at California Department of Food and Agriculture
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Glenda Humiston, Vice President of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources
Ag Education

UC Master Gardeners announce Spring 2026 workshop series for Butte County

UC Master Gardeners of Butte County have launched their Spring 2026 workshop series featuring eleven free sessions covering topics from fire safety landscaping to pest management. Workshops run through early June at multiple Chico-area locations.

Diego Lopez Casanello, CEO at Farmer’s Business Network
Agribusiness

Spring maintenance urged for farm equipment ahead of planting season

Farmers are being encouraged to conduct spring maintenance on their agricultural equipment before the start of the planting and spraying season.
Shannon Douglass, President of the California Farm Bureau
Non-profit

California Farm Bureau urges swift action after committee passes new farm bill

The House Agriculture Committee has approved H.R. 7567, known as the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, with bipartisan support.
Karen Ross Secretary at California Department of Food and Agriculture
Government

State Board of Food and Agriculture to review water issues at March 3 meeting

The California State Board of Food and Agriculture will discuss water issues, including the Sites Reservoir project and groundwater management, at its meeting on March 3.
Glenda Humiston, Vice President of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources
Ag Education

Winter 2026 newsletter shares UCCE updates for Sacramento Valley walnut growers

The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) for the Northern Sacramento Valley has released its Winter 2026 Walnut Newsletter, highlighting a series of topics and resources aimed at supporting walnut growers in the region.

Diego Lopez Casanello, CEO at Farmer’s Business Network
Agribusiness

Veterinarians outline best practices for calf weaning; Farmer’s Business Network highlights support tools

Veterinarians recommend a series of strategies to help farmers manage the weaning process for calves, according to Dr. Erika Nagorske of Southwest Veterinary Services.
Karen Ross Secretary at California Department of Food and Agriculture
Government

California Department of Food & Agriculture seeks members for Shell Egg Advisory Committee

The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced openings on the Shell Egg Advisory Committee.
Shannon Douglass, President of the California Farm Bureau
Non-profit

Farm Bureau announces winners of annual statewide agriculture photo contest

A rancher from Oroville, Joelle Naphan, received First Place in the 44th annual California Farm Bureau Photo Contest.