…the report. “Declining oil prices are transferring wealth to oil-consuming countries, the employment picture is improving, the US dollar is strengthening and interest rates will move at a measured pace….
Western View: California Warming
…some early conclusions. They say we’ll probably see the first effects in our insect and weed problems. We know that mild winters mean higher insect populations in summer, that more…
Use of Fumigant to Face Additional State Restrictions
…increase food production prices in California as opposed to our competitors.” Carolyn O’Donnell of the California Strawberry Commission described chloropicrin as “critical” to the control of certain soilborne pests, and…
First USDA Forecast Shows Normal Water Supply Forecast for Much of the West
…the current snowpack is far below normal because of higher than normal temperatures. “This is just the first forecast of the season; everything can change,” McCarthy said. “A weak El…
Dairy Producers Enroll in New Margin Protection Program
…choices of protection that are best suited for their operation. Starting with basic coverage for an administrative fee of $100, producers can select higher levels of coverage at affordable incremental…
Stallman: Farmers and Ranchers Still Optimistic Despite Washington’s Past Dysfunction
…high debt and high interest rates, sinking demand around the world and depressed commodity prices. But today, while commodity prices have dipped compared to recent years, in general, America’s farmers…
Executives Predict Future of Agriculture at AFBF Annual Convention VIP Event
…public’s appetite for organic, GMO-free, gluten-free and locally sourced, sustainable foods will continue to grow, Leech predicted, and Wal-Mart is dedicated to delivering those goods at affordable prices. “We’ve heard…
Soil Health Movement Could Open New Opportunities
One agricultural retailer says if farmers adopt soil health practices being pushed by the USDA and others, it would open new sales opportunities for makers of fertilizers and other inputs….
Six Cold Nights do Little Damage to Citrus Crop
…holding temperatures inside groves above critical levels, maintaining safe conditions and protecting both oranges and mandarins from damage,” reports CCM Vice President Bob Blakely. The higher sugar content in the…
Wheat Prices Holding Up Better Than Most Crops
Wheat prices are holding up remarkably well and there’s still a chance for those prices to rise in the new year. Gary Crawford Reports. Wheat Prices Holding Up Better Than…
As of January 1: Cold Weather Not Damaging to State’s Citrus
…cases,” reports CCM President Joel Nelsen; as temperatures did drop early and forecasts were for mid-twenties in the coldest spots. “No doubt the early start helped keep temperatures higher throughout…
Agri View: Cotton Problems
Everett Griner talks about cotton prices being hard to deal with in today’s Agri View. Cotton Problems…
FSA Announces New Yield Data for Safety Net Calculations
…when market forces cause substantial drops in crop prices and revenues. New Data for Coverage Programs “The Farm Bill provided landowners with the option of updating their farm program payment…
Congressman Collin Peterson Hopes for Egg Crisis in California
AgNet West has an update on the California egg regulations story we have been following. California egg prices could see a substantial increase due to Proposition 2, and now a…