EnvironmentMore 'Mystery Goo' Seabirds Released To Wild After CleaningFebruary 4, 2015 | Ed JoyceMore birds affected by a 'mystery goo' in the San Francisco Bay area have been released to the wild.
EnvironmentConservation, Efficiency And Environment Part of This Year's Colusa Farm ShowFebruary 3, 2015 | Bob MoffittAs the drought continues, some farmers are changing the way they water their crops and use the land. Some of the newest conservation technology is on display at this week's Colusa Farm Show. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilitySonoma County Vinters Commit to SustainabilityJanuary 29, 2015 | Lesley McClurgThousands of wine enthusiasts are gathering in downtown Sacramento this week at the nation's largest wine and grape tradeshow. Experts highlighted "sustainability" as a growing trend in the industry. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDrought Expands In California, Nevada With Dry JanuaryJanuary 29, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe dry January has expanded the severity of drought in California and Nevada.
EnvironmentRare Sierra Nevada Red Fox Sighted In Yosemite National ParkJanuary 28, 2015 | Ed JoyceYosemite National Park officials said Wednesday that a rare red fox was seen by park biologists. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityRobots Could Have A New Job On The FarmJanuary 26, 2015 | Lesley McClurgRobots may soon be pulling weeds on Central Valley farms. UC Davis researchers received $2.7 million dollars from the USDA. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Environment'Tough Season' For California Wine Grape Growers Relying on GroundwaterJanuary 22, 2015 | Ed JoyceThe fourth year of drought in California has some state wine grape growers that rely on groundwater 'concerned' about the upcoming season. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityCalifornia Farmers Turn Sugar Beets Into EnergyJanuary 22, 2015 | Lesley McClurgStruggling sugar beet farmers in the San Joaquin Valley are turning their crop into energy instead of sweetener. A pilot plant could prove to be good for the environment and the economy. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Bird Clean Up Continues At Fairfield Rescue CenterJanuary 21, 2015 | Steve MilneThe cleanup of some sort of mysterious goo on Bay Area seabirds continues at a rescue center in Solano County. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityCounty Officials Condemn Public FridgeJanuary 20, 2015 | Lesley McClurgA UC Davis student is on a mission to stop food waste by placing a refrigerator in his front yard for neighbors to share leftovers. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.