An executive order by President Donald Trump to suspend refugee arrivals could harm meatpacking companies. The Wall Street Journal reports meatpackers that rely on foreign-born workers to fill tough jobs…
Agri View: Feeding America
…those who feed us. Don’t you think? Well, think about it. That’s Agri View for today. I’m Everett Griner. Image Credit: (Lower right) American Falls, Idaho, USA. Image of a…
USDA NASS Conducting Certified Organic Survey
…asks all participants to respond by February 19. Producers can return their forms by mail or complete the survey online at www.agcounts.usda.gov. “In recent years, U.S. farms and ranches have…
The California Kitchen: Tres Leches Rice Pudding
…the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream…
NPPC Hails Trump U.K. Trade Announcement
…president, May said the countries will work to “lay the groundwork for a U.K.-U.S. trade agreement and identify the practical steps we can take now in order to enable companies…
Seed Trade Talks at Disney
…companies from 31 countries. We are excited that people see the benefit of coming together in this venue every year,” he said. “We try to stay with the East and…
Bird Flu Fears Growing
The global spread of bird flu is increasing concerns the viruses will be transferred to humans. Global infections of highly pathogenic avian influenza have reached unprecedented levels, according to Reuters….
The California Kitchen: Bacon Leek and Cauliflower
…Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire, Google TV…
Almond Board Election Underway
…been mailed to all independent growers whose names are on file with ABC. The Almond Board must receive ballots by Feb. 15, 2017 in order to be counted. If an…
Beekeepers, Farmers Prepare for Pollination
…learn more at castatebeekeepers@hotmail.com. Christine Souza is an assistant editor of Ag Alert. She may be contacted at csouza@cfbf.com. Permission for use is granted by the California Farm Bureau Federation….
GIPSA Proposals Delayed 60 Days
…administration. A Pork Network Dot Com article says the review period includes a new regulation put in place by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Grain Inspection, Packers, and Stockyards Administration…
Bill Would Move H2A Program to USDA
…says the program would “be in the hands of those who best understand the specific needs of our farms.” The bill would also let applicants fill out an application online…
The California Kitchen: Smokey Herb Maitake Mushroom and Garlic
…directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on…
NRCS California Offers Post-Flood Assistance
…provide immediate assistance to communities to mitigate potential hazards to life and property resulting from flooding and erosion,” said Greg Norris, NRCS California acting state conservation engineer. “It is work…