Research is showing that rotating crops, especially fruit crops, has a higher chance of developing replant disorder. Problems With Rotating Crops Washington State Professor of Soil Science Joan Davenport says…
California Among States Selected by USDA for Participation in the Pilot Project for Procurement of Unprocessed Fruits and Vegetables
…farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made products; and investing in infrastructure,…
Agriculture Emerging: a progress report at CDFA
…Environmental Protection, along with the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research. This core group provides local assistance grants and coordinates activities that support sustainable communities by emphasizing strong economies, social…
USDA Extends Application Deadline for Dairy Margin Protection Program to Dec. 19
Dairy producers urged to act now to protect their businesses against unpredictable market swings, take advantage of increased protections offered in first year of program U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary…
USDA Dairy Products Report
…7.3 percent. Frozen yogurt (total) – 4.66 million gallons, down 17.9 percent. The full USDA Dairy Products report, with the state by state breakdown for each product, can be read…
USDA Announces Support for Producers of Advanced Biofuel
…oil; and animal fat. Through the Advanced Biofuel Payment Program, USDA supports the research, investment and infrastructure necessary to build a strong biofuel industry that creates jobs and broadens the…
CAPCA Announces New CEO/President
…W. Stark effective February 1, 2015. Gary Schulz departs his current position as President/General Manager of the Raisin Federal and State Marketing Orders responsible for program research, marketing and compliance…
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review November 28
…Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree arrives and USDA research brightens the holidays. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.flickr.com/usdagov www.fs.fed.us www.ars.usda.gov…
Making the Propane Choice Easy
…of propane is a focus for the Propane Education and Research Council. Director of Agriculture Business Development Cinch Munson says they have launched technology-friendly tools to help growers see the…
Propane Engines Good Fit for California
…the Propane Education and Research Council Cinch Munson says in some cases in California, propane just makes sense. Munson said there is an added incentive for a short time to…
Full Belly Farm Named 2014 California Leopold Conservation Award Recipient
…including American Ag Credit, The Nature Conservancy, Environmental Defense Fund, Sierra Orchards, Robert Giacomini Dairy, Farm Credit, The Mosaic Company, DuPont Pioneer and The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation. For…
USDA Disaster Assistance to Help Thousands of Honeybee, Livestock and Farm-Raised Fish Producers
…including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk management tools; expanding access to rural credit; funding critical research; establishing innovative public-private conservation partnerships; developing new markets for rural-made…
USDA Seeks Input on New Beef Promotion Order
…www.regulations.gov or sent to Beef Promotion, Research, and Information Order; Research and Promotion Division, Room 2096-S; Livestock, Poultry and Seed Program; AMS, USDA, STOP 0249; 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W.; Washington,…
Drought Year Causing Research Uncertainties
Drought conditions are complicating some research projects. Drought Year Causing Uncertainties Less chilling hours for trees in California and especially the central valley has become an increasing concern. Cooperative Extension…