California Pistachio Growers Watching Iranian DealJuly 17, 2015 | Steve MilnePistachio growers in California may face more competition from Iranian-grown nuts if Congress approves the nuclear arms deal lifting trade sanctions with Iran. California is number two in world pistachio production and Iran is number one. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentClimate Change Meets Drought In CaliforniaJuly 16, 2015 | Ed JoyceDrought, combined with the effects of climate change, may likely mean more water restrictions in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCalifornia Drought: Forecast To Persist, Intensify Through OctoberJuly 16, 2015 | Ed JoyceThere were “minor improvements” to exceptional drought in northeastern California last week, but drought is forecast to persist and intensify through October.
Food and SustainabilityApps Help Farmers With Efficiency During The DroughtJuly 6, 2015 | Lesley McClurgMore California growers are using smartphone apps to streamline their farming operations. Now, technology is helping farmers be more efficient during the drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityNew Study Shows Natural Compound Could Replace InsecticidesJune 29, 2015 | Lesley McClurgMost conventional and organic farmers rely on insecticides to kill pests. But new research shows that a compound in fruit may be a good natural alternative to repel bugs. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityIt's Not Clear If New Animal Welfare Law Is Creating Better ConditionsJune 22, 2015 | Lesley McClurgIn 2008, Californians passed a law by a two-thirds majority to give egg-laying hens more space to move around. Farmers have had the last seven years to comply. We visit a farm to see if conditions have improved. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityCalifornia Drought Changes What Farmers GrowJune 11, 2015 | Lesley McClurgWater scarcity is driving farmers to plant different crops. Growers are switching to more profitable -- less thirsty fruits, vegetables and nuts. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityResearcher Says Selective Cattle Breeding Is Good For The PlanetJune 5, 2015 | Lesley McClurgThe days of guess work in breeding dairy cattle are gone. Today's DNA sequencing means more productive cows and less pollution. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFeds, California Agencies Sued Over Water Management PlanJune 4, 2015 | Ed JoyceGroups sue California, U.S. officials over management of water supply, claiming fish and the Delta estuary are being short-changed. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Food and SustainabilityNew Growing Technique Relieves Drought Stricken Avocado FarmersJune 3, 2015 | Lesley McClurgFarmers are being widely criticized during the California drought because agriculture uses the majority of the state's water. But some farmers are cutting back by employing a new technique that uses half as much water to yield twice as much fruit. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
