…technology company that says that Agriculture can be a huge source of carbon credits, so big that it could control climate change. The effort would also create a new income…
FMMO Rollout: ‘Most People Are Pretty Happy’
The California dairy industry continues to adjust to changes brought about by the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO). The FMMO rollout has been coming along relatively smoothly over the past…
Predators that Prey on Bees and Your Harvest
…sneaky spiders, referred to as flower crab spiders, that hideout amongst bees’ favorite flowers hoping to catch their prey off guard. These spiders can even change color, camouflaging them against…
Opportunities for U.S. Agricultural Exports in Canada
…Canada (January – December, Million USD) 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2014-18 % Change Total U.S. Ag. & Related Exports 26,514 25,058 24,313 24,722 25,004 -6 Consumer-Oriented Total1 18,475 17,974…
Prune Harvest Around The Corner, Considerations from UCCE
…in the orchard start changing color. Harvest can be expected roughly 30 days after this change. For more on harvest timing, see sacvalleyorchards.com/prunes/horticulture-prunes/prune-harvest-timing/. Time your irrigation cut-off to improve dry-away ratios, reduce…
FMCSA Publishes Hours of Service Proposal
By oksana.perkins/shutterstock WASHINGTON (FMCSA) – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) today published a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) on changes to hours of service…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-07-19
…relations with Brazil and the genetically modified rule change proposal. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour…
Currency Realignment Bill Could Boost Farm Economy
…to manage the exchange rate of the American dollar. “We need reforms that create a competitive American dollar and an even playing field for manufacturers, farmers and workers. This bipartisan…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 08-01-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Climate Smart Ag Assistance, USMCA and why lawmakers are…
The Western View: Fishy Business About Bumblebees
…are losing habitat due to climate change and human development. As important pollinators, bumblebees are considered a keystone species – without them, other species could die. The California Endangered Species…
USDA Announces Details of Support Package for Farmers
…into law by President Trump, requiring a change to the first round of MFP assistance provided in 2018. Producers previously deemed ineligible for MFP in 2018 because they had an…
NVV Further Sustainability Efforts with Porto Protocol Commitment
…the global wine industry combats climate change issues.” Committing to the principals laid forth in the initiative is one of the many steps NVV has taken towards mitigating climate challenges…
DOL Moves to Make H-2A User-Friendly
…President Trump announced this week that the Department of Labor (DOL) would start the modernization process for the H-2A guestworker program. The DOL published a formal rule change, that stated:…
Gallo Deal Uncertainty Delaying Grape Purchases
…you have others in the industry who are waiting to see how that develops because it could change how they position themselves in the market as well.” Gallo Deal Uncertainty…