…corn, wheat, rice, and barely crops; $228,156 to explore potential real-time DNA sequencing for quick, accurate identification of exotic mites collected from cargo shipments and personal baggage entering the U.S….
WTO Officially Acknowledges Chinese Subsidies Violate Rules
…that China exceeded international standards for farming support, causing trade distortion and creating artificial pricing for wheat and rice. The ruling was expected to go in favor of the U.S….
Global Cost of Pests and Pathogens
…survey information from more than 200 crop health experts in 67 countries. The data collected focuses on five of the world’s most significant staple crops: wheat, rice, maize, soybeans and…
WTO Sides with the U.S. on Chinese Agriculture Subsidies
…been working to adjust its subsidy programs. Minimum prices for rice were reduced for the first time in 2017, followed by further cuts in rice and wheat prices last year….
Chinese Trade Conditions May Be Poised to Improve
…2018. Reuters also reported that China has made two more significant purchases of soybeans in the past month. China also recently agreed to allow U.S. brown rice, polished rice and…
Concerning Year for Weedy Rice With Discovery of New Biotype
…4,” Brim-DeForest noted. Growers who may need assistance in identifying weedy rice in their fields can visit the California Weedy Rice website. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag…
China Accepts U.S. Rice Imports, a Sign of a Warming Relationship
…still unclear how much rice China will allow through their customs, this is a good start for the America rice farmers including those here in California. Recently, China made a…
Significance of USMCA on American Rice Industry
Although the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) still needs to be ratified by the required legislative bodies, the U.S. rice industry stands ready to reap the benefits of the agreement. “Mexico…
Residue Levels Once Again Well Below Required Limits
…grains, fish, rice, specialty products and water. Some of the fresh and processed fruit and vegetables that were sampled for the 2017 survey were onions, grapefruit, sweet potatoes, cabbage, mangoes,…
Series of Rice Grower Meetings Coming Up in January
…UC Rice Blog. Attendees will hear updates on weed control and emerging weed issues, as well as rice pesticide and regulatory information. “It covers what we think are the most…
Purple Veggies to Consider Growing
…when cooked. Purple Spinach. Serve it in a salad with a nice vinaigrette, but don’t miss out on warm applications: it’ll turn risotto and rice pilaf a pleasant pink color….
Sutter County Recognized for Distinguished Service
…former rice farmer from Meridian who has been a member of the Yuba-Sutter Farm Bureau Board of Directors for 43 years, Marler has served as county Farm Bureau president and…
CFBF President Outlines Policy Priorities
…for a rice farmer.” Despite the difficulties, he said, “the opportunities have never been greater to farm and be in agriculture,” thanks to innovation and access to markets. “What we…
The California Kitchen: Pressure Cooked Honey Bruleed Beet Risotto
…1 T Honey 1 C Beets 1 C Broccoli Rabe/ Rinsed 1 C Beet Infused Cooked Arborio Rice 1/2 C Heavy Cream 1/C Parmesan TT S+P Pressure Cooked Honey Bruleed…