Orange Production Drops, But Not in CA

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The US Department of Agriculture has released it’s forecast for 2012-2013 orange production. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report The USDA says production throughout the…

CA Turkey Farmer Finalist in Competition

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A Northern California turkey farmer is a national finalist to become the face for a newly formed alliance of farmers and ranchers. Tim Nilsen is one of nine finalists and…

Beef Leader says Farm Bill Needed Now

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It’s a call to action for individuals in agriculture. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Colin Woodall is Vice President of Government Affairs for the National…

GMO Hot Topic for Britain

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It’s been a hot topic in the U-S, and California especially, now genetically modified food is getting some attention and endorsements across the pond. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open…

Pesticide Use an Important Topic

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A group of California farmers is reaching out to the public to talk about being a farmer and about food safety related topics. A group called California Agricultural Communications Coalition…

CFBF Welcomes Committee Appointments

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The California Farm Bureau Federation is welcoming the addition of three Californians to the U-S House Committee on Agriculture. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…

Merced Woman Wins Open Discussion Meet

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A Merced woman is the winner of the 2012 California Young Farmers and Ranchers Open Discussion Meet. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Diane Coderniz of Dos Palos is…

Showcasing CA’s Ag Industry

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…insurance company Nationwide Agribusiness is donating 300-thousand dollars to the California Farm Bureau Federation. Paul Wenger, President of the California Farm Bureau Federation believes California Bountiful is a very important…

Census Adds Information on Christmas Trees

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The Christmas tree industry is eagerly awaiting results from this upcoming Census of Agriculture, but first growers will need to respond to the questionaire that’s heading their way. Sabrina Hill…

Growing Berries With Less Water

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We’ve seen plenty of rain over the past few days. But we all know having enough water for our crops in California is a big concern. U-C Cooperative Extension Farm…