Everett Griner ponders…Why aren’t farmers using all this new technology to tell the “real” story? Unused Technology
Old Farmers
Everett Griner looks at the new numbers just released. Old Farmers
Thieves Irrigating With Your Water
Water theft may complicate the ongoing irrigation issues for growers this summer. Sonoma County Deputy Sheriff John Blenker says some operations could be right under grower’s feet. Thieves Irrigating With …
Organic Growth
Organic food production is still changing. Everett Griner explains. Organic Growth
USDA Announces Additional Support for Small and Midsized Farmers and Ranchers
Second major small farmer package this year includes research awards, technical assistance and marketing support WASHINGTON, April 29, 2014 – Today, USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced additional support and resources …
Grocery Prices Going Up
What is the latest on where food prices are going? Gary Crawford has the report. Grocery Prices Going Up
TPP Talks-Where the U.S. and Japan Stand
What is the latest status between the US and Japan to reach agreement on issues to move the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade agreement forward? Rod Bain has the report. TPP Talks-Where …
FSA Looks at the Modern Delivery Service Center
If you deal with the local USDA Farm Service Agency, you may see changes in its shape and service in the future. Rod Bain reports. FSA Looks at the Modern …
It’s Dogs vs. Stinkbugs
Man’s best friends are helping researchers find out more about those pesky stink bugs so they won’t bother us as much. Gary Crawford has the report. It’s Dogs vs. Stinkbugs
Bio-Tech Crops
Everett Griner gives his thoughts on why bio-tech crops are still challenged. Bio-Tech Crops
Meeting to Focus on Future of CA Ag
The California State Board of Food and Agriculture will discuss issues related to innovations, advancements and careers within the agricultural sector at its upcoming meeting on Tuesday, May 6th at …
Monsanto Introduces Free App
Monsanto has introduced a free app for your iPone, iPad or computer called Climate Basic. Technical Agronomist for Monsanto, Fran Deville, explains more. Monsanto Introduces Free App To learn more …
Talk About Your Census and Share Your Story
Rod Bain reports the USDA has a new way for explaining how Census of Agriculture data benefits them. Renee Picanso of the National Agricultural Statistics Service also shares examples of …
Governor Brown Issues Executive Order to Redouble State Drought Actions
With California’s driest months ahead, Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr. today issued an executive order to strengthen the state’s ability to manage water and habitat effectively in drought conditions and …