…came out, it was talked about as a generational opportunity for conservation in farming,” Bates explained. “With this influx of new money, we’re trying to make sure we get the…
World Ag Expo® Kicks Off in Tulare, CA
Image courtesy of International Agri-Center®/World Ag Expo® (International Agri-Center®/World Ag Expo®/Tulare, CA/Feb. 13, 2024) – World Ag Expo® returns live for its 57th show on Tuesday, February 13, in Tulare, California….
Week in Review: California Sued Over Climate Laws & New Tax Relief Bill Could Help Farmers
…research and development tax deductions and provide expense and interest deductions for farming operations. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the latest agricultural headlines in your inbox every week….
Family Farming and Industry Unity at the Core of California Raisins
Robert Sahatjian and his family are a testament to the enduring operation of family farming in the San Joaquin Valley. A fourth-generation raisin producer and farm manager, Sahatjian, along with…
Tax Relief Bill Passed in House Will Support Farming Businesses
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a significant tax relief bill on Wednesday. The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act was passed by a vote of 357 to…
Almond Update: New QR Code Tells the Almond Stewardship Story
…to know the ins and outs. And you can’t do that in an ad.” The design of the QR code itself incorporates elements of farming. Martino said the purpose was…
Questions and Concerns with California Budget Proposal
…the state’s farming economy by “investing $22 million to combat the fruit fly invasion.” At the same time, there is also hope that “the governor and the Legislature will ease…
CDFA Accepting Applications for Healthy Soils Program
…February 9. Grants are intended to increase the adoption of conservation management practices supporting soil health, carbon sequestration, and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. “With tremendous thanks to our Governor and…
Voices of the Valley: Do You Really Know Where Your Food Comes From?
…at Junior Enterprises. She joins Julia Nellis, Social Media Manager at Western Growers, to answer questions WG received on social media about farming. Join us to gain a deeper understanding…
Newest Farm Bureau Location Shows Popularity of Urban Ag
…the state’s broad range of crops, both geared toward a non-farming audience. Douglas says the new relationship will also be good for the farming members of CFBF. “I think this…
Weather’s Impact on Almond Pollination: Insights from BASF
…to conservation, Samler noted, “Farming is intrinsically linked to the natural world around us. Our growers are strong conservationists because we know that we need to preserve what we have.”…
California Chill Report: Fresno County Farmer Sees Yield Boost with Dormex
…year when you don’t, it would really pay off.” Watson, farming Golden Hills variety pistachios on UCB-1 rootstock, emphasized the visual difference in the treated rows, not only to himself…
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
…steps to take along the way. Following a panel discussion on “Unlocking the Value of AI on the Digital Farming Journey” at the Organic Grower Summit, Trice emphasized the need…
Factors Taking Their Toll on the Farming Economy
Several large-scale factors are taking their toll on the farming economy. Senior Analyst covering fruits and tree nuts for Rabo AgriFinance, David Magaña said that persistent inflation is one critical…
