…climate-smart farming and forestry practices. USDA will be supporting a series of pilot projects to provide incentives for adopting various conservation practices on working lands. These projects will also be…
Governor Newsom Signs $15 Billion Climate Package
…farming operations. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants July 11, 2024 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
Are There Benefits of Starting a Pollinator Garden?
…to include some source of water within or near a pollinator garden. Aside from the benevolent act of providing for friendly bees, butterflies, birds, and bats, planting pollinator gardens is…
VofV: Rise of the City Bee -Building Urban Bee Farms
…Paule and Nicole Lindsey speak about the steps it took to build one of the very first urban bee farms. During the interview, they delve into how their ever-expanding bee…
Governor’s Veto of AB 616 ‘Protects the Sanctity of the Secret Ballot’
…to organize the farming community in opposition to the bill. A rally was recently held on the steps of the Capitol to encourage the Governor to veto the bill. CFBF…
Tropical Fruit Easy to Grow Only Requiring Heat and Moisture
…live in an area that is friendly to guava, there are many varieties you can grow, and they all have their own unique taste. They’re lovely in desserts, baking, smoothies,…
Ag Groups Frustrated by Assembly Action on SB 559
…provided much-needed funding to support critical repairs on the Friant-Kern Canal and Delta-Mendota Canal. “Senator Hurtado has been a champion for California, particularly for the Valley when it comes to…
Elaine Trevino Nominated as Next Chief Ag Trade Negotiator
…The announcement has received significant praise, with hopes for a swift confirmation from the Senate. COURTESY: California Almond Alliance “Elaine Trevino understands the importance of America’s farmers and farming communities…
Almond Update: Considerations for Maximizing Cover Crop Benefits
…provide. Supported by the Bee+ Scholarship from the Almond Board of California, the Seeds for Bees program can help with cover cropping decisions and free seed. Planting the appropriate mix…
AFT Adds to Policy Team to Tackle Climate Issues
…most recent report, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change supported the mounting interest among policymakers in regenerative farming practices as a way to mitigate climate change. A report by American…
Ag Groups Voice Concern Over Revision of WOTUS Rule
…of ordinary farming activities, however, is beyond the means of many family or small business farming or ranching owners.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-07-21
…of farming a struggle in Ventura County and a new prune variety offering a wide harvest window potential. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and…
Farm Sector Profits Forecast to Increase in 2021
…encompasses cash receipts from farming as well as farm-related income, including government payments, minus cash expenses. Lower direct Government payments and higher production expenses in 2021 are expected to only…
Updates to Whole-Farm Revenue Protection to Benefit Organic Producers
…$500,000, or 35 percent. Small and medium-sized organic operations had previously been held to the same 35 percent limit to expansion as conventional producers. Certified organic producers and those transitioning…