Senate Passes Russia Trade Bill

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Both houses of Congress have now approved giving Russia most favored nation trade status, which should boost ag exports. Rod Bain has the story. Click to Open or Download Audio …

Growing Berries With Less Water

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We’ve seen plenty of rain over the past few days. But we all know having enough water for our crops in California is a big concern. U-C Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor …

FDA Increases Irradiation Allowances

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Two final rules by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration which increase the maximum allowable dosage of irradiation in meat and poultry products is now in effect. Sabrina Hill has …

New GOP Members on Ag Committee

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House Agriculture Committee Chairman Frank Lucas announced the new Republican Members who are expected to serve on the Committee in the 113th Congress. Click to Open or Download Audio Report

Ruling Awaited in MD Ag Case

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Farmers and environmentalists around the nation are awaiting a ruling from a judge in Baltimore, Maryland. A poultry farm is accused of violating the federal Clean Water Act by polluting …

CA Raisin Appeal

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An appeal from a group of California raisin producers is headed to the Supreme Court. It’s the latest movement in the Horne V. US Department of Agriculture case, which stems …

Good Year for Olive Oil

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It’s a good year for olive oil. In fact, the harvest could be a record breaker this year. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report

Wenger Questions Policy of Endorsements

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Should farm bureaus continue to endorse political candidates? California Farm Bureau Federation President Paul Wenger brought up that questions during the general session of the federation’s 94th annual meeting. Sabrina …

CA Farm Bureau Federation Annual Meeting

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With the sound of bagpipes and the National Anthem, the California Farm Bureau Federation’s 94th Annual Meeting General Session is underway in Pasadena.