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fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Monterey's most famous food festival permanently canceled after 65 years

Ending the festival is one of the most difficult decisions we've ever had to make. But the financial realities we now face are insurmountable.
Portland food
SF food
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Trump abruptly stopped paying farmers to feed in-need Californians-so they fought back

California farmers face unique challenges exacerbated by federal funding cuts, impacting their ability to support food programs.
A coalitional effort among farmers was successful in reclaiming owed funds after adversity.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

You can learn now when farmers are spraying pesticides near your home. Here's how.

California's Spray Days program alerts residents about upcoming pesticide applications, enhancing public health transparency.
California
fromKqed
1 month ago

Tariffs To Have Widespread Impact On California Businesses | KQED

California farmers face significant risks from new tariffs, potentially impacting their $20 billion in annual agricultural exports.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

California farm groups look to stabilize workforce amid crackdown on illegal immigration

California's agriculture industry seeks to navigate labor challenges amid strict immigration policies, prioritizing either undocumented workers or guest worker programs.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

California and federal government set to increase water deliveries after storms

State and federal agencies are increasing water allocations to California farms and cities due to improved reservoir levels from recent storms.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Alarming rise in beehive thefts reported in CA during almond harvest season, association says

Beehive thefts are soaring in California, impacting almond farmers and prompting partnerships between beekeepers and private detectives.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Egg shortage due to avian flu expected to ease by 2025, says USDA

As avian flu exacerbates the nationwide egg supply crisis, Bay Area consumers experience severe shortages and halted production with a recovery not expected until mid-2025.
East Bay (California)
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago

Are California farmers on a collision course with Trump deportation plans?

California farmers face a dilemma as mass deportations could devastate their undocumented workforce, yet many still support Trump, seeking solutions instead of protests.
Wine
fromABC7 San Francisco
7 months ago

Growers consider removing vineyards as wine consumption declines

The California wine industry is facing significant challenges due to changing consumer preferences and decreased alcohol consumption.
Many California wine grape growers are considering whether to replace vineyards with more profitable crops.
Up to 500,000 tons of grapes may remain unharvested this year if the market doesn't improve.
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
7 months ago

Time Is Ripe: Discover the joy of agritourism with a visit to local farms

Farmers' markets in October showcase the best of fall produce, including pumpkins for carving, decorative gourds, hearty squash, and various local fruits for seasonal baking.
East Bay (California)
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