…is partnering with federal and state government agencies to provide further information on drought preparedness for the agricultural sector.” In November, initial allocation levels were released for the State Water…
Changes Coming for FSMA
Thanks in part to the strong response from the ag industry, the Food and Drug Administration will make some changes in the Food Safety Modernization Act proposed rules. Julie McPeake…
Governor Forms Water Task Force
…state’s preparedness, and coordinate with federal and local agencies. While they’re reviewing and coordinating, the state’s farmers and ranchers are preparing for the worst while hoping someone will take action….
EPA West Coast Collaborative Announces Grants
…lead to significant public health benefits. Every dollar invested in clean diesel projects, generates between $7 and $18 in public health benefits. Leveraging federal resources with the private sector helps…
U.S. EPA fines agricultural products companies
…Agency today announced settlements with two companies selling agricultural chemicals in Arizona and California over improper storage and containment of federally regulated pesticides. San Francisco, Calif-based agricultural products company Wilbur-Ellis…
California Among States Getting Grants for Schools
…and obesity and improve the health and nutrition of the nation’s children. This is a top priority for the Obama Administration and is an important component of First Lady Michelle…
New USDA Emergency Response Framework to Combat Huanglongbing
The federal government is stepping in to help fight Huanglongbing disease. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Huanglongbing is also known as citrus greening disease. The…
Reaction to EPA’s Livestock Antibiotic Limits
Reactions are coming in rapidly after the Food and Drug Administration’s release of final proposals that would limit antibiotic use in livestock production. Gary Crawford reports. Click to Open or…
CFBF President Speaks on Insurance
California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger says the federal changes to insurance requirements have caused a drop in farm bureau membership. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
Water Series: Helping Farmers Prepare for Drought
The federal government is taking on an effort to help farmers, communities and entire regions better prepare for and deal with droughts. Gary Crawford reports. Click to open or download…
California Conservation Investment by NRCS, Farmers and Ranchers Surpasses $200 Million in Federal Fiscal Year 2013
California’s air, water, soil, wildlife and landscapes all received a healthy boost in federal fiscal year 2013. Over 2400 farmers and ranchers joined with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS)…
Under Secretary Elisabeth Hagen departs from USDA
…risk of food borne illnesses. I’m proud of our record under the Obama Administration to ensure a safe food supply for Americans, and Under Secretary Hagen has played a key…
Which Way is the Pendulum Swinging for U.S. Agriculture
An agricultural economist says there may be signs of a shift in the agricultural economy. USDA’s Rod Bain and Nathan Kaufmann of the Kansas City Federal Reserve has this report….