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Penny Leff retiring April 11 as California agritourism coordinator

Penny Leff has spent her time at University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources working as a champion of all things that blend agriculture and tourism (“agritourism”). Leff first brought her creative approach to University... more »

New hydroponic strawberry line sets optimistic tone for trio of partners

Expectations are high for the first-ever Ocean Spray specialty berry pack which debuts this fall, backed by a trio of partners intent on elevating the category with a unique tabletop strawberry proposition. New Wave Berry,... more »

Coalition urges Biden administration to invest in aging water facilities

Recognizing the constructive elements of conservation, efficiency, recycling and watershed management included in the Biden administration’s initial infrastructure proposal, a national coalition of more than 200 agricultural organizations and urban and rural water districts said... more »

Orcal Inc. purchases Willamette Ag property in Harrisburg, Oregon

Orcal Inc., Junction City, Oregon, has completed the purchase of the Willamette Ag property located at 480 Territorial St. in Harrisburg, Oregon. The newly acquired property boarders Orcal’s existing manufacturing site in Harrisburg Oregon and... more »

Colorado’s Sakata named to water board; steps down as CFVGA board president

Robert Sakata, Sakata Farms, Brighton, Colorado, has been appointed to the Colorado Water Conservation Board and was officially sworn in March 10. The board is comprised of 15 members. There are 10 voting members appointed by... more »

Central Valley Project 2021 water supply allocation updated

The Bureau of Reclamation announced March 23 an update to the initial Central Valley Project 2021 water supply allocation for agricultural water service contractors south-of-Delta. Allocation amounts are based on an estimate of water available... more »

Warning about potential water shortages come with dry California conditions

As dry conditions persist throughout California, the State Water Resources Control Board mailed March 22 early warning notices to approximately 40,000 water right holders, urging them to plan for potential shortages by reducing water use... more »

Innovation can lead the way, California ag secretary Ross tells ag summit

Karen Ross, secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture, told a March 18 opening night audience for the Salinas Valley Ag Tech Summit that innovative problem solving is itself an essential export of... more »