There were no big surprises in Friday’s USDA report on cattle feedlot activities, but the placement numbers were pretty big.
Farm City Newsday Podcast for September 26
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Tight Shell Means Less Pests
One way almond breeding is helping to reduce pests and disease is by looking for a happy medium between a tight shell and an easily cracked nut.
Tunnel Project Key for Valley Water System
Among the controversial topics currently surrounding California agriculture is the twin tunnel project. President and CEO of the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Associations, Roger Isom, says he sees some …
Storing Potatoes
Cathy Isom give us some tips on how storing potatoes for the year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.
Iran Now Self-Sufficient in Wheat
Government leaders in Iran say the nation is now self-sufficient in regards to its domestic wheat supply and aims to export wheat in the coming months.
Ag Groups Urge Swift Resolution on Shipping Company Bankruptcy
Agriculture groups, including the American Soybean Association, are asking the U.S. Commerce Department to assist in finding a quick resolution to the Hanjin (Han-gin) Shipping Company bankruptcy.
Heritage Foundation Slams Farm Bill
The Heritage Foundation last week released its most sweeping critique of U.S. agriculture policy, according to Politico. The foundation called on Congress to revamp its approach to crop insurance, food …
China places Anti-Dumping Duties on U.S. DDGs
China on Friday announced anti-dumping duties on U.S. distillers ‘dried grains, or DDGs, shipped by two U.S. suppliers. The 33.8 percent duties are effectively immediately against Louis Dreyfus and Archer …
Chance for TPP Passage Slim
Vice President Joe Biden said last week the chances for Congress to approve the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal were slim. Biden said he sees a “less than even chance” …
Agri View: Bee Survival
Everett Griner talks about a challenge for bee keepers in today’s Agri View.
The California Kitchen: Cilantro Spanish Crèma Stuffed Chicken thigh
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing cilantro spanish crèma stuffed chicken thigh with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need:
Vilsack Announces Sorghum Board Appointments
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the appointment of four members to serve on the United Sorghum Checkoff Program Board. Members will serve three-year terms.
Food Security in the United States in 2015
An estimated 12.7 percent of American households were food insecure at least some time during the year in 2015, meaning they lacked access to enough food for an active, healthy …