UC Agricultural Issues Center

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The United States is not facing a food shortage. (Photo: Pixabay)
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Empty store shelves are not a sign of impending disaster

March 31st, 2020
Panic-buying groceries and hoarding food in homes is impacting the U.S. supply chain and putting a strain on low-income families who don't have the financial ability to spend hundreds of dollars on groceries at once, reported Ganda Suthivarakom in the New York Times.
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almonds on tree
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UC ANR updates cost estimates for growing almonds

December 6th, 2019
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
UC Agricultural Issues Center has released new studies estimating the cost and returns of establishing an almond orchard and producing almonds for three growing regions of California.
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The last of this season's elderberries were hanging on the plants during the Elderberry Field Day Sept. 17.
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California elderberries have rich benefits for farms and diets

October 1st, 2019
Native California elderberries can be found at the intersection of sustainable farming, super nutrition and economic viability. Naturally drought tolerant, flavorful and packed with nutrients, they are capturing the interest of farmers, health-conscious consumers and scientists.
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ANR in the news August 16-30

September 1st, 2019
By Pamela S Kan-Rice
Palm Springs area dog owners on high alert after coyote attack on pet. Here's what you should do (Desert Sun) Ricardo Lopez, Aug.
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