…climate. The government showed while we are top for labor availability, agribusinesses in California face more ballot initiatives than any other state as well as many other challenges to agribusiness…
No Change in Drought Monitor Map
Courtesy: NOAA, National Integrated Drought Information System…
Planting Plans Change Due to Drought
Gary Crawford Concerns about water shortages are causing our California farmers to change their planting plans. Gary Crawford has the report. Planting Plans Change Due to Drought…
Millions of Americans Are Still at Risk
…right to change its mind and regulate these entities as swap dealers in the future. A legislative response is required. The House has acted with one, undivided voice on this…
Change in Policy on Fumigant Puts Farmers in Bind
…fumigate again until the third cycle. David Doll, a University of California pomology farm advisor in Merced County, said the change in DPR policy has created a real bind for…
Drought Could Affect Food Prices This Year and Next
…climate and location.” On the beef market, the California drought may have the most impact on niche products such as grassfed, organic or natural beef, said Lance Zimmerman, a market…
Farmers Speak at Nationally Televised Rally
…because they are the ones being affected the most. The rally was also being nationally televised and that growing attention might lead to change. Farmers Speak at Nationally Televised Rally…
Leaders Conference Crucial for Policy Change
…Farm Bureau’s Leaders Conference. California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger says it is important to hear concerns that different farmers have. Taylor Hillman reports. Leaders Conference Crucial for Policy Change…
Renowned Branding Expert Ira Blumenthal Addresses Agriculture
Ira Blumenthal At the California Seed Association meeting in Santa Barbara this week, famed business branding expert Ira Blumenthal says seed companies and farmers should embrace change to remain relevant…
USDA Citrus March Crop Forecast has Slight Change
The USDA citrus crop forecast releasd this morning has a slight change in the Valencia oranges for California. The next crop forecast will be released April 9th at approximately 9:00…
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Proposed FY 2015 Budget
…competitive grants program to support the cutting edge research that will help producers adapt and succeed in the face of modern challenges, including a changing climate. It also provides $25…
Enhanced School Wellness Environments Make the Smart Choice the Easy Choice for a Healthier Next Generation
…increase under the new standards. We know that anytime a significant change is implemented there will be a transition period. Recently, the Government Accountability Office put out a report about…
Change in Attitude Can Change Water Usage
…of Food and Agriculture saying a change in attitude about waste and how we use water can significantly affect water consumption. How a Change in Attitude Can Change Water Usage…
President Outlines Climate Change Actions to State Governors
…says his year of action will include actions on climate change and the way the government pays to fight wildfires. Gary Crawford has the story. President Outlines Climate Change Actions…