…by just selling their product at farmers markets. Area growers pushed for the ordinance to allow producers to have tastings on their property and Anderson says the bureau has seen…
New Crops Trending in Southern California
…Farm Bureau says it is seeing some shifts when it comes to crops its producers are growing. The Bureau says its growers are forced to produce high-value crops because of…
Pork to Top Beef in 2015?
The nation’s pork producers may do something this year that they haven’t done in over six decades. Cathy Isom lets us know what this is. Pork over Beef…
USDA Announces Building Blocks for Climate-Smart Agriculture
…through efficiency improvements, improved yields, or reduced risks. Meet the needs of producers: This strategy is designed for working farms, ranches, forests, and production systems. USDA will encourage actions that…
The California Kitchen: Chayote Muffins
…Sugar 2 tsp Baking Powder 1/4 t Salt 2 Eggs 8 fl oz Raw Milk 2 oz Unsalted Butter, Melted 1/2 Onion Julienned 1 Chayote (Chi-ode) To get the cooking…
Voluntary Conservation Effort to Clear California San Joaquin Valley Air Gets a Thumbs Up from Regulators
…Programs and NRCS technical expertise, a devoted team of experts have demonstrated to EPA and other stakeholders how voluntary actions by producers can translate to quantified air quality improvements in…
California Dairy Order Part 4
Three major California dairy organizations are requesting to get California on a federal milk marketing order. Now, three more have submitted their own proposals. Sabrina Hill has more. Dairy Order…
California Dairy Order Part 3
…a federal milk marketing order. In this report, Sabrina Hill continues her series with Chris Galen, Vice President of Communications with the National Milk Producers Federation. Dairy Order Pt 3…
USDA: Record Number of Organic Producers in U.S.
…certified operations list is available at apps.ams.usda.gov/nop. Vilsack “As demand for organic products continues to soar, more and more producers are entering the organic market,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack….
California Dairy Order Part 2
…get California on a federal milk marketing order. Sabrina Hill continues her series with Chris Galen, Vice President of Communications with the National Milk Producers Federation. Dairy Order Pt 2…
Atwater FFA Competes Towards A Strong Finish
…overall and was led by Andrew Skidmore (1st high individual overall), Eric Favela, Daniel Mesa, and Nathaniel Cavallero. The Milk Quality and Dairy Foods team placed 2nd overall with a…
California Dairy Order Part 1
…milk marketing order. In this report, Sabrina Hill begins her series with Chris Galen, Vice President of Communications with the National Milk Producers Federation. Three Dairy Co-ops Want Federal Order…
Agri View: Antibiotic Use
Everett Griner talks about producers overusing antibiotics in today’s Agri View. Antibiotic Use…
Grants Help Bring More Nutritious Food to More People
Today Cathy Isom tells us about the program to promote fruits and veggies in more American diets – while giving a boost to local producers and economies. Nutritious Food to…