May 27, 2017
Two scientists agree that pesticide-laden dust from planting equipment kills bees. But they're proposing different solutions, because they disagree about whether the pesticides are useful to farmers.
May 25, 2017 | Julia Mitric
It's graduation time for seven culinary apprentices in Sacramento who might otherwise be homeless. They are the first class to graduate from a pilot job skills program for residents of the Salvation Army's homeless center.
May 17, 2017 | Rick Kushman
Rick Kushman, local wine expert, talks about harvest season and a vineyard tour he will lead at Iron Hub Winery in Amador County.
May 16, 2017 | Amy Quinton
A new report that gauges the health of California's native salmon, steelhead and trout paints an alarming picture. It shows 45 percent are likely to be extinct in 50 years if present trends continue.
May 16, 2017
A big bee kill just before almond pollination in Fresno County has county ag officials scrambling to find the cause. Beekeepers impacted say this shouldn't have happened. CapRadio’s Julia Mitric discusses her reporting and what she found.
May 15, 2017 | Daniel Potter
Food banks are bracing for cuts to the state’s Drought Food Assistance Program. Last year’s budget included around $18 million in food assistance for places hard-hit by the drought.
May 12, 2017 | Rich Ibarra
Red, ripe cherries from California are starting to come to market. Projections are that this could be one of the best harvests in years.
May 8, 2017 | Julia Mitric
An invention from scientists at UC Davis could help farmers and consumers in developing countries tell if grains are dry enough to store, sell and eat.
May 5, 2017
A renowned plant scientist credited with developing tastier strawberries is in a jam with his former employer.
May 4, 2017 | Chris Remington
Woodland hosts California's very first honey festival, featuring prominent industry speakers, live music and honey-themed treats. Amina Harris, founder of the festival and professor at UC Davis, has the details on this weekend's event.
