…using low-volume irrigation. Production cost studies serve as an important tool for industry members. “If you’re a new grower you kind of want to know what it’s going to cost…
New Tool Helps Ranchers Estimate Assistance Covered Under ELAP
…know their share of feed costs for the year in instances where loads are split and will need to know the normal cost for feed. The ELAP Feed Transportation Producer…
Beat the odds with Atticus
…and your retailer evaluate geographical challenges, crop-specific needs and the land’s history to customize a specific combination of crop protection products is a good bet to drive success. “Cost is…
Coverage Limits Increased Under California FAIR Plan
…insurance crisis, and the cost of these policies is still extremely high, but this is a major step forward,” said San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau Executive Director Brent Burchett….
Farmer-led Coalition Advancing $100/acre Climate Policy Plan
…cost of practice implementation and input cost increases from climate policy. RIPE is a coalition of farmers, ranchers, and agricultural trade association representatives advancing a national dialogue for climate policy…
Reclamation Awards Construction Contract for First Phase of Friant-Kern Canal Repairs
…total project is estimated to cost around $500 million and will eventually restore water delivery to over one million acres of farmland and 250,000 residents in California’s eastern San Joaquin…
VofV: Building Autonomous Farm Tractors…and Totally Winning
…now works hand-in-hand with John Deere to accelerate autonomous farm technology. Igino shares key tips on how to reduce the cost of growing food while increasing global food production through…
Mandatory Inspections Suspended for California Walnuts
…Rahm said the action comes at an opportune time as the industry navigates several challenges related to COVID-19, labor, and transportation. “Very appreciative of that and the USDA enacting a…
Ag Groups Seek Supreme Court Appeal of Proposition 12
…raised in a safe environment while driving up the cost of providing food for America’s families. Small family farms well beyond California’s borders will be hit hardest as they are…
USDA Investing $3 Billion to Address Multiple Agricultural Issues
…been struggling amidst market disruptions. Increased transportation challenges along with issues of availability and cost of certain materials have created significant problems for the agriculture industry. The funding will also…
NASDA Outlines Priorities During 2021 Annual Meeting
…to labor availability within the agriculture sector also plays an important part in the overall security of the food supply chain. Glenn explained that a year-round visa system would provide…
Governor’s Veto of AB 616 ‘Protects the Sanctity of the Secret Ballot’
…to protect farmworkers’ rights and uphold the Agricultural Labor Relations Act. “Governor Newson has sent to Sacramento lawmakers the clear message that card check has no place in California,” said…
‘No’ to Immigration Reform – Ag Labor in Limbo?
…this report. ‘No’ to Immigration Reform – Ag Labor in Limbo? Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants July 11, 2024 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July 1, 2024…
Use of H-2A Program More Than Triples Between 2010 and 2019
…certified by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) increased more than 220 percent between 2010 and 2019. The most significant drivers for the increase in H-2A workers were fruit, vegetable,…