Food and SustainabilityFalling Gas Prices Not Likely To Lower Grocery BillsJanuary 21, 2015 | Lesley McClurgYou may think cheaper gas means cheaper groceries, but the economics are not that simple. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentNOAA: California Drought Likely Lingers Through SummerJanuary 13, 2015 | Ed JoyceA federal agency says the drought in California is likely to continue into next summer. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentSouthern California Draws Down State Water Conservation RateJanuary 6, 2015 | Ed JoyceNew figures show Californians are doing slightly better overall on conserving water during the drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentCampaigning For Urban Agriculture In The Farm to Fork CapitalJanuary 5, 2015 | Amy QuintonPlanners for the city of Sacramento will soon discuss whether to allow urban farmers to sell the food they grow. Under current city code, that’s illegal. Supporters have spent almost two years trying to change the law. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentFarms, Ranches Weathering ChillJanuary 5, 2015 | Steve MilneForecasters say overnight temperatures in the Sacramento region will be a little warmer this week. That's good news for farmers and ranchers with livestock.
Food and SustainabilityCalifornia Drought Continues To Concern Ranchers And FarmersDecember 18, 2014 | Lesley McClurgWe continue our series this week looking back at California's economy over the last year. Today: a look at how farmers and ranchers are weathering the drought. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Report: Almonds Generate 100,000 California JobsDecember 9, 2014 | Steve MilneA new study finds California's almond industry creates more than 100,000 jobs throughout the state.
California Beekeepers Receive Disaster AssistanceNovember 24, 2014 | Amy QuintonThe USDA is providing disaster assistance to beekeepers in California. The money may help some stay in business. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
EnvironmentDrought Brings Early Harvest For Mandarin Oranges in Placer CountyNovember 13, 2014 | Ed JoyceThe mandarin orange crop in Placer County is being harvested earlier than normal this year due to the drought in California. Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Insight With Vicki GonzalezPlacerGROWN Week Celebrates Local Food, WineOctober 13, 2014From wine to pumpkins -- Placer County is a festive fall harvest destination. Insight previews PlacerGROWN Week. Listen / download audio Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
