The first part of a Chinese trade deal that officials are hoping to see foster better relations between the U.S. and China moving forward, is set to be signed on …
First 2020 Snow Survey Bodes Well for the Year Ahead
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted the first 2020 snow survey at Phillips Station, providing a positive outlook for the months ahead. After a slow start to the 2020 …
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Leveraging Worldwide Data to Stay Competitive in Markets, Part 2
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is made possible by HarvestPort, an innovation hub and marketplace for better agricultural products, practices, and ideas. Find out more at …
As World Celebrates New Year, American Cattlemen Celebrate New Trade Deals
New Deals With Japan, European Union Go Into Effect Today (NCBA) — National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Jennifer Houston issued the following statement regarding the new trade deals with Japan …
Moving Forward with the California Water Portfolio
The development of California’s water portfolio continues to progress. A presentation at the most recent meeting of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture highlighted the priorities for establishing …
Conflicting Year for Central Valley Water Users
Overall, 2019 turned out to be a conflicting year for Central Valley water users. It was another year for strong rain and snow in California, but not all farmers were …
Reviewing the Impact of Numerous 2019 Trade Developments
As industry members prepare for the start of a new year, there had been a number of significant 2019 trade developments with a significant impact on agriculture. Many agricultural groups …
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Leveraging Worldwide Data to Stay Competitive in Markets, Part 1
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is made possible by HarvestPort, an innovation hub and marketplace for better agricultural products, practices, and ideas. Find out more at …
U.S. Poultry Companies Poised for Success in China
After a long ban on poultry products, U.S. poultry companies are preparing to meet substantial demand in China. Expectations are for chicken products to begin entering the Chinese market in …
Wage Increases to Begin on January 1
The latest installment of minimum wage increases is set to take effect beginning on January 1, 2020, marking only one aspect of the wage changes coming for the year. For …
Sterile NOW Project Gets Major Funding in Appropriations Bill
The project looking at sterile technology to help combat navel orangeworm gets a big boost. Navel orangeworm is a continuing issue for almond and pistachio producers. Research is looking into …
More Hemp Insurance Options Available from USDA
Another type of hemp insurance is being made available from the USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA), which will cover growers in certain counties of 21 states including California. The recent …
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Helping Plants Absorb CO2
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is made possible by HarvestPort, an innovation hub and marketplace for better agricultural products, practices, and ideas. Find out more at …
Workshop to Address New Climate Reality for Farmers
A new workshop will be exploring how farming operations can adapt and thrive in a new climate reality. Hosted by the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and several organizing partners, …