…California rice and that trade agreement that was announced is good news for our industry,” said Jim Morris, Spokesperson for the California Rice Commission. “Having a very large market like…
Successful Rice Harvest for California Growers
The season got off to a rough start earlier in the year, however, it appears that growers were able to overcome the obstacles for a successful rice harvest. Many growers…
U.S. and South Korea Reach Agreement on Guaranteed Market Access for American Rice
…South Korea on market access for U.S. rice. Under the agreement, Korea will provide access for 132,304 tons of U.S. rice annually, with an annual value of approximately $110 million….
USDA Issues Second Tranche of Market Facilitation Program
…dry peas, extra-long staple cotton, flaxseed, lentils, long grain and medium grain rice, millet, mustard seed, oats, peanuts, rapeseed, rye, safflower, sesame seed, small and large chickpeas, sorghum, soybeans, sunflower…
UCCE Addressing Watergrass Issues in California Rice Fields
…and screening samples from rice fields. UCCE personnel will be out surveying rice fields this fall to get a better grasp on the situation. “Some growers are dealing with [new…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 11-08-19
…operation that’s growing hops, two Californians receive the Agriculture Future of America scholarship and CRISPR technology that is being used to develop pathogen-resistant rice. Tune in to the show for…
Rice Weed Survey to Better Understand Recent Weed Pressures
Similar to what was done with the disease survey last month, UC Cooperative Extension will be surveying rice weeds this fall. The 2019 survey is being funded by the Rice Research…
2020 Enrollment for Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage Programs Open
…specified guaranteed level. PLC provides income support payments on historical base acres when the effective price for a covered commodity falls below its reference price. The 2018 Farm Bill reauthorized and updated both…
Things You Shouldn’t Throw into the Compost Bin
…hemp. Don’t toss bread, either. You’re just providing an invitation to racoons or other hungry critters. Anything that comes from milk should not be added to your compost. Rice also…
The California Kitchen: Vegetarian Paella
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Vegetarian Paella with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Arborio Rice 1/2 C Vegetable…
Reasons to Consider Pressure Canning Meat
…large bones in the meat. You can form ground meat into patties or meatballs if you want. However, you can’t use bread crumbs, flour, eggs, or rice as fillers. It…
New Resource for Integrated Weed Management in Rice
There is a new resource available from the University of California to help growers and pest control advisors navigate issues in California rice. UC Rice Farm Advisor for Sutter, Yuba,…
USDA Announces Details of Support Package for Farmers
…Corporation (CCC) Charter Act to producers of alfalfa hay, barley, canola, corn, crambe, dried beans, dry peas, extra-long staple cotton, flaxseed, lentils, long grain and medium grain rice, millet, mustard…
California Groups Receive Nearly One-Third of Latest ATP Payments
…USA Rice Federation/US Rice Producers Association. Other national groups and associations that will assist California farmers and ranchers include the National Potato Promotion Board, the National Association of State Departments…