…to growers, consultants, suppliers, educators and governmental organizations. The theme of this year’s general session is “Building Resiliency in California Agriculture” with speakers from the agriculture industry and research institutions….
CFBF Series Part 1: California Farmers in 2014
What’s ahead for California agriculture amid drought, tough regulations, and labor shortages? Sabrina Hill talks with California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger. Click to Open or Download Audio Report…
What Does Drought Declaration Mean for Farmers?
…losses to agriculture, the state and local economies will see big downturns, and thousands of jobs are in jeopardy. Much of California depends on agriculture and agriculture depends on water….
EPA Proposal for Cut to Corn Ethanol
…just be an issue for corn growers – but for everyone involved in agriculture and outside of agriculture. Barbre encourages everyone affected by a farmer dollar to visit the NCGA…
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA January 17
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. To learn more: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/u… www.usda.gov/strikeforce http://blogs.usda.gov/2014/01/14/safe……
Breaking News: Westlands Water District on Governor’s Declaration
…communities that have unemployment rates higher than the state average. Agriculture related industries including: processing, packaging, transportation, shipping and distribution will also suffer. The lack of water has direct socio-economic…
Breaking News: Governor Makes Official Drought Declaration
…residential groundwater sources. 13.The California Department of Food and Agriculture will launch a one-stop website (www.cdfa.ca.gov/drought) that provides timely updates on the drought and connects farmers to state and federal…
Biotechnology and Agriculture
It was a big topic at the American Farm Bureau Federation convention this week: biotechnology and agriculture. Industry leader Cathleen Enright discusses the importance of biotechnology and how farmers can…
New Estimate for China Corn
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s new estimate of China’s corn imports this season is a lot different from the old estimate. Gary Crawford reports. Click to Open or Download Audio…
Hundreds Gather for Water Rally
…was there and has this report. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Meanwhile, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated 27 of California’s 58 counties as natural disaster…
California Firm Recalls Various Meat Products Produced Without The Benefit Of Full Inspection
…Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The products being recalled today are in addition to the approximately 41,683 pounds of various meat products that were…
Citrus Industry This Week: Crop Forecast Reactions
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes grower and citrus commissioner reactions to the reduced crop forecast and how the smaller crop will affect the Florida Department…
American Adults are Choosing Healthier Foods, Consuming Healthier Diets
…fewer calories coming from fat and saturated fat, consuming less cholesterol and eating more fiber, according to a new report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service; Changes…
USDA Designates California Ag Counties for Drought Disaster Assistance
DAVIS, CA – Jan. 15, 2014 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated 27 of California’s 58 counties as natural disaster areas due to damages and losses caused…