July is National Ice Cream Month, a month dedicated to enjoying and indulging in America’s favorite cool, creamy treat. In celebration of California’s continuing role as the number one producer …
Some Row Crop Prices Saving Big Losses
Growers have had to roll with the punches when it comes to drought issues and well problems. Tulare County farmer Jerry Silva says he was definitely going to grow alfalfa …
As Trade Mission to Mexico Ends, Collaborative Efforts Will Continue
Our last days in Mexico City continued the themes of cooperation and engagement. The agricultural delegation had a meeting with the National Association of Supermarkets and Department Stores (ANTAD) and …
Shock Factor May Help Conservation Message
Ag industries continue to stress water conservation to the general public. Brian Medeiros of Medeiros and Son Dairy in Hanford says something drastic might have to happen before changes are …
USDA Announces Grants to Help Veterans and Minority Farmers Get Started in Agriculture
Today, USDA Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden announced the availability of over $9 million in outreach and technical assistance for minority farmers and ranchers and military veterans that are new to …
Growers Hoping to ‘Get by’ with Well Problems
A lot of growers around the state are crossing their fingers when it comes to their well pumps. The ground water level is so low in some areas that pumps …
Dairy Industry Finding New Sustainability Practices
The dairy industry continues to look for more ways to conserve resources and lessen their environmental footprint. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman has the story. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, …
Sec. Ross in Mexico City for Governor Brown’s Trade Mission
My first impressions of Mexico City as part of Governor Brown’s trade mission were a sensory overload. From the vibrant colors and artistry of the flower market within Mercardo de …
Agri View: Organic Questions
Everett Griner talks about organic farming and the possibility of it being stalled in today’s Agri View. Organic Questions Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection …
CDFA benefits from new training initiative that helps State improve efficiency, cut red tape
One of my priorities as secretary is process improvement, looking at all CDFA operations for opportunities to increase efficiency and, ultimately, improve our service to the people of California. It’s …
Agri View: Environmentalists Tug-of-War
Everett Griner talks about dairy farmers being targeted in today’s Agri View. Environmentalists Tug-of-War Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy …
Help for Rural Californians Suffering Through Drought
This week, I visited the small town of Cameron Creek Colony in Tulare County, California and saw firsthand the challenges drought poses, particularly for those living in rural communities. About …
USDA Provides Aid to 73,000 Rural Californians Impacted by Drought
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced USDA is providing $9.7 million in emergency water assistance to 73,000 residents in 11 California counties experiencing the driest year on record. “This drought …
AgNeTVideo: Brad Sullivan L&G Attorneys at Law
Brad Sullivan, L&G Attorneys at Law, discusses the two types of inspections and the importance of maintaining good records in agriculture. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Let’s Talk Livestock …