…some ideal days and some days of stronger winds and wet weather. Spring rain increased the threat of blight. Hot weather in August resulted in an earlier than usual start…
Economic Analysis of the 2016 CA Drought for Ag
…California’s agriculture in 2016, but with much less severe and widespread impacts than in the two previous drought years, 2014 and 2015. Winter and spring were wetter in the Sacramento…
Availability of Additional Farm Loan Funding
…biobased products through USDA’s BioPreferred program, and invested $64 billion in infrastructure and community facilities to help improve the quality of life in rural America. For more information, visit www.usda.gov/results….
U.S. Senators Urge Investigation into Canada’s Dairy-Pricing Policies
…imports.” The dairy industry welcomed the call for an investigation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. Read the response from the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and…
Agri View: Drone Rules
…have to know, but, it is the basic requirements to remain legal. It goes without saying that safety is paramount in the operation of drones. It is not a toy….
The California Kitchen: Baked Fig and Raisin Bread Pudding
…California Kitchen from AgNet West. The 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,…
Animal Welfare Expert Temple Grandin to Speak at Fresno State
…presentation will focus on animal welfare and consumer concerns. “Dr. Grandin is a key figure in our industry and is widely admired for her dedication in discovering ways to reduce…
Funding for Ag Water Use
…water use efficiency improvements and greenhouse gas reductions. The grant funding is intended to address multiple goals including: water use efficiency, conservation and reduction; greenhouse gas emission reductions; groundwater protection;…
USDEC, NMPF Laud Senators for Urging Investigation
…policies that have impacted current trade and stand to negatively affect U.S. dairy farmers and manufacturers, jeopardizing the country’s trade commitment to the United States. In a letter to U.S….
Computer “Nudges” Help School Lunch Choices
…of healthy items in the school lunchroom,” Kropp said. Kropp worked with other UF/IFAS researchers and Sonam Gupta, who’s now a senior research associate with IMPAQ International in Columbia, Maryland….
Agrium in Merger Talks with Potash Corp.
…operational excellence across our businesses, pursuing value-enhancing growth opportunities and returning capital to shareholders. For more information visit: www.agrium.com FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS Certain statements and other information included in this document…
Agri View: Dangerous Work
…are all ready for school to begin. So, that you’ll know, farm labor is among the best paying jobs of summer. That’s Agri View for today. I’m Everett Griner. …
The California Kitchen: Fig Tart
…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 and apple TV Follow Albert on: Facebook,…
Western View: Nevada Water Wars Heating Up
…changes are intended to protect well owners. Water law doctrine is “first in line, first in right”, which means that senior water rights owners get their allotments before junior ones….