…supply, and environment,” Youtsey said. UC Cooperative Extension specialists and advisors, who work in every county, can provide insight into real-world conditions that entrepreneurs should consider in the development stage….
Almond Board: Seeds for Bees
…stress. Healthier bees mean stronger hives and better pollination. Working with industry experts, PAm has established acreage, seed mixes, suppliers, and planting regimes for use in California’s almond growing areas….
Tomato Crop Coming in Lighter than Expected
…did have a decent crop. It was below contract, but still, I was happy with it. But our pay percentage is lower, so the dollars received is less per acre.”…
USDA Agency-led Group Profiles U.S. Aquaculture for World Report
ARS research helps catfish producers, like these in Mississippi, improve fish quality and quantity. Photo by Stephen Ausmus. Charting a course ahead for the conservation and sustainable farming of freshwater…
Farm Policy Facts Study Addresses Heritage Foundation Suggestions
…cotton farmers when all costs are considered, profit less than 30 percent of the time. The study is available at www.farmpolicyfacts.org. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Countdown to Census: What You Need To Know
…– to provide timely, accurate, and useful statistics in service to U.S. agriculture. Better data mean informed decisions, and that’s why it is so important that every producer responds and…
Heat-Tolerant Broccoli for the Future
In an ARS research plot in South Carolina, geneticist Mark Farnham collects broccoli for heat-tolerance evaluations. Photo by USDA-ARS U.S. Vegetable Laboratory. Traditionally, broccoli is a cool-weather crop. Agricultural Research…
Weird and Wackiest Odd Jobs for Dogs
…Lapphund dogs are used by the Sami people of Scandinavia to help herd and watch over their reindeer. I’m Cathy Isom… Image credit: (lower right) Illustration, by Henry Wigstead –…
Census of Agriculture to Start Soon
…U.S. farms, ranches, and those who operate them. USDA says it is the only source of uniform, comprehensive and impartial agriculture data for every state and county in the country….
Best Breeds for Livestock Guard Dogs
…ranchers most valuable resource include: The Great Pyrenees. The most widely used in America. Anatolian Shepherds. A breed which is historically known to be left alone with livestock for extended…
2017 California Prune Harvest Returns to Typical Levels
…all of the U.S. supply. The French prune variety accounts for virtually all of the dried plum acreage grown in California. For more information about California prunes, please visit www.CaliforniaDriedPlums.org….
The Western View: Weather, Rain or Drought Ahead
…Nina, so, the winter will go either way. They think it will be warmer or cooler than average. Well, imagine that. I’ll go out on a limb with them and…
Livestock Guard Dog
…their job is, and they take it seriously. So they’re not likely to double as the family pet. Livestock guard dogs are so unique in their ability to live outdoors…
NFU Urges a No Vote on Health Care Plan
…out-of-pocket costs. Johnson says the proposed plan would create instability in the markets and force insurance carriers to raise their premiums. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….