A super-easy tropical fruit to grow that only requires heat and moisture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by jitendra1 from Pixabay If you’re lucky enough to…
Congress Encouraged to Fund Water and Wildfire Solutions in Reconciliation Package
A national coalition representing multiple interests has sent a letter highlighting several areas that need to be addressed in the reconciliation package. The coalition includes agricultural organizations, water agencies, and…
Health Bite: Best Meat to Eat on a Diet
More people are struggling with their weight than ever before and the vast majority are losing the battle. Hi, I’m Rachel Eslick with your AgNet West Health Bite and today…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-21-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show covers agriculture’s reaction to the latest development with Senate Bill 559, Canada’s new requirements…
McKinney Named New CEO of NASDA
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) announced that Ted McKinney is the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer. The group says he will lead NASDA in amplifying the…
Common Diseases to Look Out for to Protect the Citrus Crop
Some common diseases to look out for to protect your citrus crop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Disease progress of citrus canker. Growing homegrown citrus fruits is…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 09-20-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show is filled with stories about the proposed tax changes that could affect agriculture, food…
Cryan Joining AFBF as Chief Economist
The American Farm Bureau Federation Announced Dr. Roger Cryan will join the organization as chief economist next month. Cryan joins Farm Bureau after serving as director of the Department of…
U.S. Dairy Industry Advances Solutions to Deliver a More Sustainable and Secure Food System
The U.S. dairy community is reaffirming its commitment to be part of the climate solution, pledging to address its total greenhouse gas footprint. The industry is also setting goals to…
Ag Coalition Pleads for Action Addressing Ocean Carriers
A total of 76 agricultural organizations are calling on federal officials to address the ongoing challenges with ocean carriers. In a letter addressed to President Joe Biden, the ag groups…
Citrus Grove Protection Involves Looking Out for Pests
The pests to watch out for to protect your citrus grove. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Pinterest Living in subtropical or tropical regions gives you the advantage…
Ag Groups Frustrated by Assembly Action on SB 559
Significant changes and the removal of funding for SB 559 made by the California Legislature have ended the path forward for the legislation. Action taken by the California State Assembly…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 09-17-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the future of long-term biological use, work on ag…
Consumer Food Prices Up Slightly Again
The monthly Consumer Price Index shows a further increase in food prices. The food index increased 0.4 percent in August after larger increases in recent months. The food at home…