We are nearing the end of National Farmers Market Week, which serves as an opportunity to celebrate the many benefits that farmers markets bring to local communities. There are currently …
The Western View: Insects Repelled by Unfamiliar Odors
Plants have been naturally defending against insect pests for millions of years. Could odor be a weapon against bugs? Scientists from the University of Vermont have discovered that not only …
AgSharks Competition Back for Another Year
IRVINE, Calif. (WGA) – Western Growers and S2G Ventures (Seed 2 Growth) are again partnering to host the 2019 AgSharks® Competition, a pitch competition where start-up companies working on agricultural …
Importance of USMCA for American Dairy Producers
Lawmakers recently heard from several agricultural industry members about the reasons that the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) needs to be ratified quickly. President and CEO of the U.S. Dairy Export Council, …
Making Your Own Fermented Pickles
Cathy Isom gives you a few great tips about how to make easy fermented pickles. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Making your own fermented pickles is easy. …
Dairy Organizations Collaborate to Address Quota Program
Several California dairy groups have announced a collaborative effort to evaluate the state’s dairy quota program for the purpose of developing an alternative plan for the future. The United Dairy …
Successful 2019 Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting Wraps Up in Colorado
DENVER (NCBA) — The 2019 Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting wrapped up today with a meeting of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Board of Directors. The meeting kicked off on …
Downward Pressure on Prices for Processing Tomatoes
The current condition of the international trade market combined with a fairly significant amount of inventory, has created a bit a concern for California tomato growers this year. “As far …
Study Shows Premium in Cattle from BQA Certified Producers
CENTENNIAL, Colo. (NCBA) – While producers have traditionally participated in Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) because it’s the right thing to do, there is sound research that indicates BQA certified producers …
The Western View: Fishy Business About Bumblebees
So when is a bumblebee a fish? When it gets a California lawyer. Scientists say that 4 varieties of bumblebees in serious danger. They are losing habitat due to climate …
Easy to Grow Exotic and Flavorful Cabbage
Cathy Isom tells you about the different varieties of an easy to grow exotic and flavorful cabbage. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Chinese cabbage—also called Napa cabbage—offers …
Multiple Funding Sources Focused on Addressing Nutria Population
California’s effort to eradicate the growing nutria population is receiving significant financial support from multiple areas. The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) has been working on addressing the …
New DPR Director Excited to Improve Agency Transparency
Deputy Secretary for Agriculture at CalEPA, Val Dolcini was also recently named Acting Director of the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). Acknowledging that the agency can sometimes be at odds …
Prune Market Presents Challenges for Growers This Year
Despite a good growing season for California prunes, the current market may present some challenges for growers. A grower survey conducted by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is …