Growers are playing a critical role in setting priorities for research efforts towards the development of new organic strawberry production systems. Julie McPeake reports. Research in Organic Strawberry Study Sponsored …
Farm Bureau Reaction to Ban of GE Crops in Oregon
Last week two Oregon counties voted overwhelmingly to ban the cultivation of genetically engineered crops. The initiatives in Josephine and Jackson counties, which border California, passed by as much as …
Balancing Global Food Security and Climate Change Concerns
US agriculture plays a key part in both mitigating climate change impacts and feeding the world, with efforts underway to do both. Rod Bain reports. Balancing Global Food Security Sponsored …
Agri View: Development of Agro-Tourism
Everett Griner talks about farmers trying a new venture for another source of income in today’s Agri View. Development of Agro-Tourism Sponsored ContentProtecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire AntsJuly 11, …
USDA Rolls Out Strong New Partnered Conservation Program
California’s Bay-Delta Designated a Critical Conservation Area Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new era in American conservation efforts with an historic focus on public-private partnership. The USDA Natural Resources …
USDA Awarding $6 Million to Prepare Farmers for New Farm Bill Programs
Farm Bill Implementation Continues at Brisk Pace with Universities and State Cooperative Extension Programs Now Set to Help Educate Farmers WASHINGTON, May 29, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today …
Less Fog Equals Poor Tree Health
A study published recently by researchers at UC Berkely showed a correlation between fewer foggy days and fruit tree health. Professor of Biometeorology David Baldocchi says along with warmer temperatures, …
Almond Board: Pest Management in Almonds
During the Almond Board’s recent Almond Environmental Stewardship Tour at Stewart and Jasper Orchards in Stanislaus County, pomology consultant Wes Asai explained there are many methods used to look for …
Farmer’s Reply to Rep. Costa on Water
We have been telling you this week about Congressman Jim Costa’s support of Senator Dianne Feinstein’s water bill that recently passed through the senate. Merced County farmer and water official, …
Full Interview with Kole Upton
We have been telling you this week about Congressman Jim Costa’s support of Senator Dianne Feinstein’s water bill that recently passed through the senate. Merced County farmer and water official, …
Citrus Industry This Week: Thermotherapy Efforts; Black Spot Update
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes a summary report on grower thermotherapy efforts and an update on citrus black spot. Want to learn more? Click here …
Agri View: Cutting Out the Middle Man
Everett Griner talks about farmers tapping a new market for selling their products in today’s Agri View. Cutting Out the Middle Man Sponsored ContentProtecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire AntsJuly …
April 2014 Dairy Information Bulletin Released by CDFA
The California Department of Food and Agriculture released the April 2014 Dairy Information Bulletin today. Production of all milk on farms and ranches in California during April 2014 totaled 3.671 …
Daily California Eggs for Wednesday 05/28/14
Prices are steady. Trade sentiment is steady to higher. Retail demand is light to moderate with loose egg movement moderate to fairly good. Offerings and supplies are moderate. Market activity …