El Nino
California farmers prepare for possibility of El Nino floods
California farmers are preparing to deal with the potential for heavy rains and flooding this winter. Flooding is a serious food safety issue because it can introduce pathogens to crops. In fact, FDA considers produce that has been in contact with flood waters adulterated. The LGMA food... more »
Map identifies farmland with potential for groundwater recharge
Growers, researchers, policymakers, and others can now pinpoint California’s most promising parcels of farmland to help replenish the state’s dwindling groundwater supplies, thanks to a new interactive map developed by the California Soil Resource Lab... more »