…these days is honeybee health. So, how can a bank save honeybee populations in the US and the world? Rod Bain tells us. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
CA Congressmen Want Action on Water Issue
Three California congressmen are asking for the federal government to help with our water crisis. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Kevin McCarthy, Devin Nunes…
Importance of Soil Health
How healthy is your soil? Soil health is important for the productivity of your crop. Randall Weiseman has more on the topic. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
Farm Bill Update
…that way at least until the last week of January. That’s when Congress returns to work in Washington D.C. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
New Variety of Rice
Researchers are working on a new variety of rice. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Researchers from USDA’s Agricultural Research Service and the University of…
Center for Produce Safety Announces Call for Research Proposals
…research proposals. The center and its public and industry research partners are making $3 million available to fund general and commodity-specific research aimed at addressing the fresh produce industry’s food…
Dairy Leader Program Accepting Applications
…DC. Industry members can download applications by clicking here. The program application process this year is being opened up to individuals in allied industries. Allied member applications can be downloaded…
The ASA Plant and Soil Conference
…Waste water and manure management issues Soil quality and the effect of agricultural practices A poster session including submissions from students and professionals will be featured at a complimentary reception…
Daily Livestock Report for 01-21-14
Randall Weiseman has today’s livestock report. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
Will Cold Spell Affect Pest Populations?
…say growers could see fewer pests in commercial crops this spring and summer, while others say it may not make a difference. Click to Open or Download Audio Report An…
Advice on Spraying for ACP
California citrus growers can learn from Florida growers on managing Asian Citrus Psyllid. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
Omnibus Appropriations Bill To Fund Ag Areas
The omnibus appropriations bill will fund several important agricultural areas. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report The omnibus spending bill that President Obama just signed to…
CFBF Series Part 1: California Farmers in 2014
What’s ahead for California agriculture amid drought, tough regulations, and labor shortages? Sabrina Hill talks with California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
What Does Drought Declaration Mean for Farmers?
The governor officially declared a state of emergency due to the drought, but how will that help farmers around the state? Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio…