The North American Meat Institute (NAMI) has provided data showing that the meat sector has proven to be successful in mitigating the impact of COVID-19. Infection rates of meat and …
MSOB: RNA-Based Fungicide On The Horizon?
Recent research may have discovered the key to delivering an RNA-based fungicide successfully to detrimental fungi. A few years ago, scientists found that designed RNAs could silence the mechanism in …
New California Pistachio Cost Study Available from UC ANR
A new cost study on the production of pistachios has now been made available. The new study was made possible by UC ANR’s Agricultural Issues Center, UC Cooperative Extension and the UC …
Week in Review: Drought Declared, Allocations Reduced, And Paid Leave to Be Retroactive
The Department of Water Resources has reduced the allocation for the State Water Project from 10 to five percent. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has designated 50 counties in California as …
NASDA Seeking Improvements to Farmers to Families Food Box Program
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) has made some suggestions to improve the Farmers to Families Food Box program. In a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack, …
The Western View: Colorado Governor, Activists Target Livestock Producers
They used to say, Don’t Californicate Colorado. Now, we got to say, Don’t Coloradicate California. I have friends and family in Colorado, so with due apologies to them I have …
The Right Companion Animals to Raise with Sheep
The right companion to raise with your sheep. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are several good reasons to keep companion animals with sheep. For one, sheep …
MSOB: Beneficial Fungus Could Both Positively and Negatively Impact Tomato Genotypes
Modern-day tomatoes may have lost their ability to benefit from a beneficial fungus called Trichoderma harzianum. A study out of Purdue University looked at the impact of the fungus on …
Best Dual-Purpose Breeds to Considering if Raising Sheep
One of the best dual-purpose breeds if you are considering raising sheep. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When it comes to understanding which breed is best for …
Seaweed Feed Reduces Cattle Emissions More Than 80 Percent
Researchers have determined that cattle that consume a particular type of seaweed feed can have their emission levels reduced. Associate Dean and Professor in the Animal Science Department at UC …
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
Every year, California Farm Bureau hosts a day at the State Capitol dedicated to agriculture. This year’s event is on March 23, and will be held virtually for all Farm …
Tree that Grows and Provides Healthy Nuts for a Lifetime
The tree you can grow will provide healthy nuts for a lifetime. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Macadamias are an evergreen tree that has foliage that resembles …
Week in Review: Water Futures Market Details and Repealing the Death Tax
California has recently established a water futures market that has brought with it some criticism as well as confusion. Federal lawmakers have introduced legislation that would repeal the federal estate …
Senate Hearing Highlights Role of Ag in Mitigating Climate Change
Agricultural industry members recently testified at a Senate hearing about the value that farming can provide in addressing climate concerns. Members of the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and …