EnvironmentGroups Sue California Department of Pesticide RegulationJanuary 31, 2017 | Amy QuintonA farmworker and two environmental justice groups have sued the California Department of Pesticide Regulation over rules on the application of a widely used fumigant.
Food and SustainabilityCalifornia Agriculture Sees 17 Percent Drop In Revenue in 2015January 31, 2017 | Amy QuintonCalifornia farms and ranches saw a nearly 17 percent drop in revenue from 2014 to 2015, according to a new review. The decrease had little to do with the drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilitySacramento County OKs Use Of Lots For Urban GardensJanuary 25, 2017 | Julia MitricPeople who live in unincorporated Sacramento county will now be able to grow food for sale and raise animals like sheep and goats for 4-H clubs. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezEarly Grape Harvest Might Mean Slight Price Increase For Higher-End WinesJanuary 25, 2017Rick Kushman returns for the first Kushman By the Bottle of the year talking about an early grape harvest and a vineyard tour he is leading in September. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSacramento Bacon Lovers Rejoice — Bacon Fest Brings Themed Dishes And Drinks For Sixth YearJanuary 23, 2017Bacon Fest returns to Sacramento this week for its 6th time, promising a series of bacon-related dishes and parties. Brian Guido, Baconfest co-founder joins us to discuss this year’s festivities.audio coming soon
Food and SustainabilityWill Trump's Tough Talk On Immigration Cause A Farm Labor Shortage?January 22, 2017In California, agriculture depends on immigrant labor. As Trump takes office, those involved in the state's huge farming industry are wondering how his hard-line stance will affect them.
EnvironmentSan Joaquin Valley Reaping Economic Benefits Of Climate PoliciesJanuary 19, 2017 | Amy QuintonA new study shows California's climate change policies are good for the San Joaquin Valley's economy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityCalifornia Citrus Harvest Stalled By RainfallJanuary 12, 2017 | Julia MitricThe rain pelting the Central Valley has halted citrus harvest from Fresno to Bakersfield and in the foothills area of Placer County. The state's largest citrus industry group says it's not worried about an economic loss from the rain delay.
EnvironmentHave The California Storms Ended The Drought?January 12, 2017 | Amy QuintonIs it time to declare California out of the drought? Some water experts say yes. Sort of. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezSierra Nevada Donates $2 Million For UC Davis Brewing ProgramJanuary 5, 2017Sierra Nevada recently announced it is donating $2 million for an endowed professorship in brewing. Charlie Bamforth, professor of Brewing and Malting Sciences joins us to discuss. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
