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Environment

Two Scientists, Two Different Approaches To Saving Bees From Poison Dust

May 27, 2017

Two scientists agree that pesticide-laden dust from planting equipment kills bees. But they're proposing different solutions, because they disagree about whether the pesticides are useful to farmers.

Food and Sustainability

Salvation Army Pilot Program Offers Job Skills In The Kitchen

May 25, 2017 | Julia Mitric

It's graduation time for seven culinary apprentices in Sacramento who might otherwise be homeless. They are the first class to graduate from a pilot job skills program for residents of the Salvation Army's homeless center.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

Harvest Time Brings Out Smell Of Wine And Must At California Wineries

May 17, 2017 | Rick Kushman

Rick Kushman, local wine expert, talks about harvest season and a vineyard tour he will lead at Iron Hub Winery in Amador County.

Environment

Study: Nearly Half of Native California Salmon Could Be Extinct in 50 Years

May 16, 2017 | Amy Quinton

A new report that gauges the health of California's native salmon, steelhead and trout paints an alarming picture. It shows 45 percent are likely to be extinct in 50 years if present trends continue.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

What's The Story Behind The Massive Bee Die-Off In Fresno County?

May 16, 2017

A big bee kill just before almond pollination in Fresno County has county ag officials scrambling to find the cause. Beekeepers impacted say this shouldn't have happened. CapRadio’s Julia Mitric discusses her reporting and what she found.

Food and Sustainability

Food Banks Prepare For Budget Cuts In Governor Brown's May Revision

May 15, 2017 | Daniel Potter

Food banks are bracing for cuts to the state’s Drought Food Assistance Program. Last year’s budget included around $18 million in food assistance for places hard-hit by the drought.

Food and Sustainability

California Cherry Growers Prepare For A Big Harvest

May 12, 2017 | Rich Ibarra

Red, ripe cherries from California are starting to come to market. Projections are that this could be one of the best harvests in years.

Food and Sustainability

Small Card Designed By UC Davis Scientists Can Reduce Big Food Safety Risks

May 8, 2017 | Julia Mitric

An invention from scientists at UC Davis could help farmers and consumers in developing countries tell if grains are dry enough to store, sell and eat.

Strawberry Scientist Is Sued Over The Fruits Of His Research

May 5, 2017

A renowned plant scientist credited with developing tastier strawberries is in a jam with his former employer.

Insight With Vicki Gonzalez

Woodland To Host California's First Honey-Themed Festival

May 4, 2017 | Chris Remington

Woodland hosts California's very first honey festival, featuring prominent industry speakers, live music and honey-themed treats. Amina Harris, founder of the festival and professor at UC Davis, has the details on this weekend's event.