Farmers and ranchers will be electing local Farm Service Agency County Committee members over the next few weeks. Rod Bain reports. Click to open or download audio report….
CDFA to Discuss Groundwater Supply Issues
…Central Valley. But the Central Valley’s water supply continues to dwindle, which leaves farmers trying to meet higher demands for food, with less water for their crops. That’s not the…
Westlands Water District Supports California Agencies’ Request for Dialogue on Newly Released Draft Action Plan for Water
…impacting state agriculture production. The state and federal government must address the short-term water supply needs of farmers immediately. Westlands will continue to work closely with the Administration and federal…
CDFA To Discuss Groundwater Supply Challenges
…to unless we manage our water resources effectively and efficiently. Our rural communities and farmers deserve no less.” The California State Board of Food and Agriculture advises the governor and…
Small Farm Conference Scholarships Available
Beginning farmers, small farmers, students, employees, farm market managers and those considering farming should attend California’s annual Small Farm Conference March 9–11 in Rohnert Park. To help individuals who are…
Poultry Grower Lois Alt Prevails Against EPA
Poultry and livestock farmers declared victory on Wednesday when a federal court ruled in favor of West Virginia poultry farmer Lois Alt in a lawsuit she brought against the Environmental…
AgNeTVideo: Voxien Technology
Science and technology can be helpful tools in agriculture, especially when it leads to new products that help farmers grow the food we eat. Several companies were at the 39th…
Department of Fish and Wildlife Meetings
The state Department of Fish and Wildlife is updating the state plan to protect wildlife and it could have an impact on California’s farmers and ranchers. Click to Open or…
Committee on Agriculture Response to President Obama
…the nation this morning, President Obama said the following: “[N]umber three. We should pass a farm bill, one that American farmers and ranchers can depend on, one that protects vulnerable…
World Ag Expo Launches Video Contest
…2013. “Farmers and ranchers are dedicated to providing us with a safe and consistent supply of food and fiber. We want the public’s help to tell their stories,” said Jerry…
Denham Appointed to House-Senate Farm Bill Conference
…I know how vital the Farm Bill is to farmers and ranchers, not to mention to the American people who rely on a safe and affordable food supply. The Farm…
House Democrats Named to Farm Bill Conference
…stability to our farmers and ranchers, our rural communities, and American families across the country.” The following Democratic Members will serve on the Farm Bill conference: Leader’s Representative: Congresswoman Marcia…
America’s Farmers Grow Communities
The Monsanto Fund’s fourth annual America’s Farmers Grow Communities program is once again giving farmers the opportunity to win $2,500 for their favorite community nonprofit organization. Julie McPeake has more….
CA Citrus Mutual on Governor’s Veto of Citrus Bill
…exists significantly in eight counties, employs over 12,000 people, with a foundation of over 3,900 producers, the vast majority of whom are family farmers who ship fresh product from approximately…