World Ag Expo redesigns Web site

The World Ag Expo, the world’s largest annual farm equipment and agriculture technology exhibition, has launched a redesigned Web site.

The site is designed to provide the current, accurate information about the Expo, with general information, exhibitor download tools and media access. Online: worldagexpo.com.

Emerald Bay launches new packaging design

One of Carmel’s Chateau Julien Inc.’s three brands, Emerald Bay, will launch a new package design beginning with the 2006 vintage of wines.

The new label signifies the winery’s direction toward enhanced education in sustainable practices of wine production, hospitality and grape growing.

Four varietals – Chardonnay, merlot, cabernet sauvignon and white zinfandel – will be released this summer nationwide.

All of the varietals are available in both 750ml and 1.5L sizes.

January is dried plum month, governor says

Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has proclaimed January 2009 as “California Dried Plum Digestive Health Month.”

In honor of the proclamation, the CDPB plans to educate the general public about the health benefits of California Dried Plums and raise awareness about achieving and maintaining good digestive health, so Americans may improve their overall health and well-being.

State agricultural vision framework released

The California State Board of Food and Agriculture and the California Department of Food and Agriculture are releasing the California Agricultural Vision framework for public comment.

The “Ag Vision” will help craft long term policy priorities for the state’s food system bringing together various stakeholders with the common goal of advancing innovation and the sustainability of California’s agricultural future.

This includes perspectives from farmers, ranchers and processors as well as nutrition, conservation, environmental and rural development groups.

The Ag Vision’s framework is centered on three policy priorities for a sustainable agri-food system:

# Better health and well-being: Meeting the nutritional needs of California’s diverse population.

# A healthier planet: Agricultural stewardship of the natural resources upon which California food production depends.

# Thriving communities: Food production is a driver of sustainable California economic growth.

Public feedback on the Ag Vision is due by February 20, 2009.

Comments can be submitted online at www.cdfa.gov/agvision; agvision@cdfa.ca.gov; or California Agricultural Vision, 1220 N Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814.

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