…problem in California. Underground aquifers are being depleted at an increasing rate as more and more land owners drop new wells. Western Growers Association Senior Vice President Dave Puglia says…
Recycled Water Leads Symposium
…Western Growers Association Senior Vice President Dave Puglia was on a panel talking about the safety and future of recycled water. Puglia announced that everyone at the symposium was drinking…
USDA and USTR Name New Members to Agricultural Trade Advisory Committees
…Poultry and Egg Export Council David Carter National Bison Association Stephen Sothmann U.S. Hides, Skins and Leather Association Agricultural Technical Advisory Committee for Trade in Fruits and Vegetables Name Organization…
Cap-and-Trade Program Topic of Meeting
…and Agriculture advises the governor and the CDFA secretary on agricultural issues and consumer needs. The state board conducts forums that bring together local, state and federal government officials, agricultural…
Pacific Region Field Crop Review
…27.6 million cwt, was up 7 percent from the same date in 2012. Processors in the 9 major States used 21.1 million cwt of potatoes during the month of May,…
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA June 20
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Western snow pack less than needed Saving bees and other pollinators Expanding trade for…
USDA Announces Landmark Commitment to Improve Sage-Grouse Habitat
…sage-grouse,” said Vilsack. “Through action such as this, along with the support of our partners, we can help secure this species’ future and maintain our vibrant western economies.” USDA will…
Almond Board: Late Season Irrigation Vital
…Irrigation in Almonds The Almond Board continues to help growers through difficult times caused by the drought. As Associate Director of Agricultural Affairs, Bob Curtis explains, late season irrigation is…
Hong Kong Market Reopens for U.S. Beef
…for high-quality, safe and wholesome U.S. food and agricultural products in Hong Kong and around the world.” In December 2003, Hong Kong banned U.S. beef and beef products following the…
CDFA Announces Available Funding for State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program
Agricultural operators are encouraged to apply for funding of projects involving improved water savings and energy reductions in irrigation systems The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now…
FSA County Committee Nomination Period Opens Sunday, June 15
The election of responsible agricultural producers to FSA county committees is important to ALL farmers and ranchers with large or small operations. It is crucial that every eligible producer take…
Vilsack Message: Local Markets, Local Growth
…to provide technical assistance to communities that want to use local food to spur economic development. Under this effort, a team of agricultural, transportation, environmental, and regional economic experts will…
NRCS Drought Assistance Averts Hazardous Wind Erosion in the Klamath Basin
…and property from blowing dust. EWP funding is available for all private properties, not just agricultural land. EWP is implemented immediately and does not wait for a sign up deadline,…
New Funding for Fight Against Citrus Greening
…those that deal with the insect vector; 3) those that deal with citrus orchard production systems; and 4) those that deal with non-agricultural citrus tree owners. Priority will be given…