California Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross talked to reporters from around the nation about some of the issues farmers face in California. Sabrina Hill has what Ross said about our water …
AgNeTVideo: Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack Speaks at Fresno State
AgNet West was there as U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack visited Fresno State Tuesday, informing students and faculty about
Under Secretary Elisabeth Hagen departs from USDA
WASHINGTON, November 15, 2013 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Agriculture Under Secretary Elisabeth Hagen today made the following statements on Under Secretary Hagen’s departure from USDA: Statement from Under …
Tree T-Pee Goes to the Sharks
Johnny Georges of Arcadia FL, who recently appeared on the ABC television show “Shark Tank,” received a $150,000 investment in his Tree T-Pee product, which serves as a water-saving and …
Water Series: Clean Irrigation Lines
We continue our series on water and how farmers can stretch their water allotments. Sabrina Hill talks with an expert on keeping irrigation systems running smoothly. Click to open or …
Water Series: 2009 and Now
We continue our series on the water shortage with a look at what it could mean for farm employees, and a program that can help. Sabrina Hill has more. Click …
Water Series: Early Weaning Helps Cattle in Drought
Cattle producers in areas of long-term drought can use early weaning of calves as an option to ensure health, and keep the herd viable. Rod Bain has the story. Click …
Water Series: CVP at 75 Percent
The Bureau of Reclamation’s Central Valley Project started water year 2014 at about 75 percent of the 15-year average. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to open or download audio report.
Westlands Water District Supports California Agencies’ Request for Dialogue on Newly Released Draft Action Plan for Water
Westlands Water District supports the goals of the draft California Water Action Plan, a proposal to secure reliable water supplies, restore important species and habitat, and construct a more resilient …
CDFA To Discuss Groundwater Supply Challenges
The California State Board of Food and Agriculture will focus on groundwater supply issues at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, November 5th in Sacramento. This meeting will be held from …
CAPCA Conference Wraps Up
The 39th annual California Association of Pest Control Advisors (CAPCA) conference concludes today in Reno. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report
Department of Fish and Wildlife Meetings
The state Department of Fish and Wildlife is updating the state plan to protect wildlife and it could have an impact on California’s farmers and ranchers. Click to Open or …
CAPCA Conference Underway
Ag professionals from California head to Reno this week for the California Association of Pest Control Advisors 2013 conference. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report