Food Blog

New research estimates economic losses due to congestion, inefficiencies Between wildfires, drought, a trade war and the COVID-19 pandemic, the last few years have been hard on California farmers.

Driving through her vineyards on a chilly morning in December, Hortencia Alvarado is taking comfort for now that the weeds she sees are all yellow. But there remains a nagging worry that, like the pesky plants, is merely lying dormant for the season.

Scientists at UC Davis have identified new root traits that help grapevines resist drought. The findings, published in the journal Annals of Botany, could speed up the development of grape rootstocks that protect vines from dry conditions, helping the grape and wine industry adapt to climate change.

Citrus greening, or huanglongbing disease (HLB), is the most devastating disease for orange and grapefruit trees in the U.S. Prevention and treatment methods have proven elusive, and a definitive cure does not exist.

Free online class offers recipes for using food scraps, answers questions about food preservation Putting food in our bellies instead of landfills is good for the planet, said Sue Mosbacher, University of California Master Food Preserver Program coordinator.