This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find …
Challenges When Caring for Livestock in the Winter Time
How to care for Livestock in the winter time. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Winter can present challenges when caring for livestock, when it comes to protection, …
Keeping Your Feathered Friends Happy and Protected this Winter
Some tips for keeping your feathered friends happy and protected in your backyard this winter. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. While many birds flock to warmer locations …
VofV: The Next Wave of AgTech – Plant Probiotics
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find …
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
During the 2020-2021 crop year, California walnut growers and handlers worked together with the California Walnut Board and California Walnut Commission to advance the industry in new ways. Growers produced …
MPIRG Program Issues $32 Million in Grant Support
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $32 million in the Meat and Poultry Inspection Readiness Grant (MPIRG) program. Grants have been awarded to 167 meat and poultry slaughter …
Coordinated Efforts to Address NOW Damage Across Crops
Industry members are making a coordinated effort to address navel orangeworm issues across crop types. President of American Pistachio Growers, Richard Matoian explained that cooperation between commodity groups will be …
Week in Review: Second Chances with USDA Programs, Build Back Better Moves Forward
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) allows producers and rural communities to make a second effort in applying for assistance. Ag groups are reacting to the Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed …
Aubrey Bettencourt Takes Over as Almond Alliance of California President
As of December 1, Aubrey Bettencourt will take over as the new President and CEO of the Almond Alliance of California. Bettencourt succeeds Elaine Trevino in the position, after Trevino’s …
Best Plants for Attracting Birds to Your Yard
Some of the best plants for attracting birds to your yard. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Many types of birds are attracted to plants that produce plenty …
Getting a Second Chance With USDA Programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) allows producers and rural communities to make a second effort in applying for assistance. An appeals process is available for the various USDA programs …
‘Good Surprise’ for Off-Year of Pistachio Production
It appears that pistachio production will be substantial this year. After an impressive year of production in 2020, pistachio growers were expecting an off-year in 2021. However, American Pistachio Growers …
VofV: Organic Farming – Selling Health, Well-Being and Lifestyle
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find …
Wheat Industry Leaders Meet in Kansas City, Talk Shipping
The boards of directors for the U.S. Wheat Associates and the National Association of Wheat Growers met last week in Kansas City. Supply chain issues were one of many topics …