The posting of this video is a little belated as almond harvest has already begun, but if you’ve had hull rot issues this season, be sure to watch this brief video interview with Nut Crops Advisor Mae Culumber as she provides some tips to prevent hull rot and trunk damage through better irrigation practices, as explained at a mid-July Nut & Vine Irrigation seminar at the UC Cooperative Extension office in Fresno. Read more about it in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine. Culumber will also be addressing almond growers at the Annual Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo coming up on November 13th at the Big Fresno Fairgrounds, so be sure to attend!
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Three Tips on Managing Pocket Gophers
Pocket gophers can be very detrimental for growers, especially those with young orchards. So how do you minimize populations of these pesky critters? Watch this brief interview with Julie Finzel from the UC Cooperative Extension as she offers growers three quick tips for effective management. Julie will also be addressing growers on wildlife issues at the upcoming Grape, Nut & Tree Fruit Expo at the BIG Fresno Fairgrounds on November 13th, so be sure to attend. Learn more about it on AgExpo.biz.
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Senate Bill Changes Soda to Milk or Water for Kids Meals in CA Restaurants
CA Senator Monning has spearheaded a bill currently pending the governor’s approval mandating that all restaurants in the state offer healthier beverages like water and milk as the default for kids meals, rather than soda. Designed to address increasing childhood obesity issues and improve children’s diets, California dairy producers are also excited about the potential this has to increase milk consumption in the number one milk producing state in the nation. Watch this interview with Western United Dairymen lobbyist Jason Bryant for a brief explanation and read more about it in California Dairy Magazine.
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Introducing New American Pecan Council Executive Director Alex Ott
Attention pecan growers: Executive Director of the California Apple Commission, California Blueberry Commission & California Olive Committee, has taken up roots and moved to Texas to assume the new position of Executive Director of the American Pecan Council, effective July 1, 2018. Ott brings 14 years of experience working with federal and state marketing orders and various export programs to support California’s apple, olive, kiwifruit and blueberry industries. Watch his video introduction and read more about him and the work of the council in Pacific Nut Producer Magazine.
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Dealing with Wild Pig Pests on the Farm
Farmers are used to dealing with insect pest and small furry rodents, but how about wild pigs? Now, this is a more common issue in some areas more than others; nonetheless, pigs can wreak a lot of havoc in vineyards, orchards and field crops, so exploring your management options is key. Watch this brief interview with Julie Finzel from the UC Cooperative Extension as she provides some recommendations for growers.
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California Dairy Digital Magazine: August 2018 Issue
Nutrition for Cows Requires More than a DieticianAnalyzing Herd Needs with Nutritionist Doug DeGroff
From Farm to FridgeMilk Carton ‘Sell-By’ Dates May Become More Precise
Holsteins Born at Penn State to Improve Genetic DiversityResearch to Improve the Holstein Gene Pool
Milk Prices Continue in a SlumpTrade Wars Cause Uneasiness: USDA Relief on the Way -
UCCE Manure Nitrogen Study Update in Dairy Feed Crops
It takes time for the nitrogen found in dairy manure water to become available to feed crops out in the field, and as dairy producers don’t want to under or over fertilize their feed crops, the UC Cooperative Extension is conducting a research trial to find out more regarding how manure water interacts in the soil with plant root systems. Watch this brief interview UC Agronomy Advisor Nicholas Clark as he summarizes a recent presentation he shared at the Golden State Dairy Management Conference. Read more about it in California Dairy Magazine.
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CA Table Grape Commission Celebrates 50 Years
CDFA Secretary Karen Ross In recognition of the 50th anniversary of the California Table Grape Commission (commission), Secretary Karen Ross of the California Department of Food and Agriculture presented the organization with a resolution commemorating 50 years of service to the state and its residents.
Among other things, the resolution Secretary Ross presented noted that, “since its first meeting in 1968, the commission has served the public interest by providing the leadership, promotion, and research needed to turn a small struggling industry into a mainstay of the state’s agricultural economy.” Further, Secretary Ross noted that, “in remaining dedicated to its purpose of creating demand for the state’s fresh grape crop the commission has fostered an environment that allowed a disparate group of small growers producing 27 million boxes of fresh grapes for U.S. consumers only to grow into an industry that ships approximately 110 million boxes to 60 countries with a crop value of $1.8 billion.”
As part of the celebration, Dominick Bianco of Anthony Vineyards was honored for his service on the first board of commissioners from 1968-1971 and for his continuous service since 1986. Marko B. Zaninovich of Sunview Vineyards was recognized for his service from 1971-1974 and for his continuous service since 1991.
During the meeting at which the recognition took place, the 2018 crop estimate was confirmed to be 114.6 million 19-pound boxes. Reports on the promotion programs underway in the U.S., Canada, and export markets around the world were provided.
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Northern CA Fairs Step-up to Support Fire Response
With the Carr, Ferguson, Mendocino Complex, Whaleback and Natchez fires continuing to burn in Shasta County, Lassen County, Mariposa County, Mendocino County, and Del Norte County–not to mention a number of additional fires–California’s network of fairs is fulfilling a crucial role as staging areas for fire crews, and serving as evacuation centers for people and animals. The following fairgrounds are serving during the current spate of wildfires.
Mariposa County Fairgrounds and Exposition Center, Mariposa, CA: This is an evacuation center currently housing people and animals displaced by wildfire.
Tehama District Fairgrounds, Red Bluff, CA: As many as 200 animals are being housed at this site, which is also serving as a fire camp.
Sonoma-Marin Fair, Petaluma, CA: Seventy goats are being sheltered at this animal evacuation center.
Shasta District Fair and Event Center, Anderson, CA: This fair is serving as a base camp for crews from CalFire, the National Guard and the California Conservation Corps.
Lassen County Fair, Susanville, CA: This is a fire camp supporting crews from CalFire, the US Forest Service, and the Bureau of Land Management.
Lake County Fair, Lakeport, CA: Utility crews responding to fires are being housed there.
This emergency service is yet another example of how California’s network of fairs partners with local communities. The fairs are much more than a place to congregate and celebrate. They are bonafide public assets; essential institutions that serve Californians in many important ways.
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CA Milk Advisory Board Announces New Dairy Princess Representatives
Young Dairy Leaders to Serve as Advocates on Behalf of Dairy Industry
The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB) recently welcomed the 2018-2019 class of Dairy Princess representatives for a three-day session to launch their year of service as California dairy industry advocates. Nineteen Dairy Princesses and Alternates from Districts 1 to 9 attended the Dairy Princess Training in July where they learned presentation and public speaking skills, etiquette and social media tips and an overview of industry programs and issues.
The 2018-2019 California Dairy Princess Class includes:
District Contest Results ________________
District 1 Dairy Princess Madeline Holmes, Ferndale
First Alternate Austynn Gallagher, Eureka
Second Alternate Dairy Princess Annabelle Raven, Fortuna
District 3 Dairy Princess Jeanette Furlong, Petaluma
First Alternate Dairy Princess Megan Binford, Novato
Second Alternate Dairy Princess Sarah Kiser, Sonoma
District 4 Dairy Princess Grazia Machado, Orland
First Alternate Dairy Princess Hannah Gonzalez, Hamilton City
Second Alternate Dairy Princess Tessa Flournoy, Orland
District 5 Dairy Princess Emily Bavaro, Escalon
District 6 Dairy Princess Sophia Vander Dussen, El Nido
First Alternate Dairy Princess Caroline Lee, Modesto
District 7 Dairy Princess Jolene Simas, Hanford
First Alternate Dairy Princess Kiera Searcy, Hanford
District 8 Dairy Princess Monserrat Vazquez, Riverdale
First Alternate Dairy Princess Elizabeth Martin, Fresno
District 9 Dairy Princess Kaylee Faria, Visalia
First Alternate Dairy Princess Lindsay Mendonca, Tulare
Second Alternate Dairy Princess Jenna Koetsier, Tulare
California is the nation’s leading milk producer. It also produces more butter, ice cream, and nonfat dry milk than any other state. The state is the second-largest producer of cheese and yogurt. Dairy products made with Real California Milk can be identified by the Real California Milk seal, which certifies that the products are made exclusively with milk produced on California dairy farms by California dairy farm families.
About the California Milk Advisory Board
The California Milk Advisory Board (CMAB), an instrumentality of the California Department of Food and Agriculture, is funded by the state’s more than 1300 dairy families and is one of the largest agricultural marketing boards in the United States. With a mission to increase demand for products made with Real California Milk, the CMAB promotes California’s sustainable dairy products in the state, across the U.S. and around the world through advertising, public relations, research, and retail and foodservice promotional programs. For more information and to connect with the CMAB, visit RealCaliforniaMilk.com, Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.