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
Video: Denham Shares Priorities for Farm Bill
Rep. Denham shares his priorities for the farm bill going into conference.
AgNet West E-news: Brown Vetoes Citrus Bill; Almonds and Bee Health; Farm Bill
This week’s issue of the AgNet West e-News includes information on the governor’s veto of AB571, almonds and bee health, and the farm bill. Click here to view the current …
Drought Area Declining
The area of the U.S. suffering drought is getting smaller, but some major farming areas are still dry. Gary Crawford has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report
AgNet West E-news: New ACP Discovery; Water Meetings; Specialty Crop Grants
This week’s issue of the AgNet West e-News includes information on the new Asian citrus psyllid discovery in Tulare County, water meetings, and specialty crop block grants. Click here to …