There is still space available for the Sustainability in Action meeting coming up on Thursday, September 26 at the CSUMB City Center in Salinas. The workshop is being hosted by…
NCBA Announces Leadership Changes
…worked both as a grain elevator manager and sales manager for Cargill at several locations in western Kansas and the Oklahoma panhandle before moving to Washington, D.C., to work on…
New Tool Improves Beekeepers’ Overwintering Odds and Bottom Line
…bees—the number required for a colony to be able to fulfill a pollination contract for almond growers come February–beekeepers can decide in September if it is economically worthwhile to overwinter…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-18-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering why participating in industry meetings provide long-term benefits, a…
Dairy Exports Remain Strong Despite Trade Troubles
Dairy exports appear to be holding strong despite the decline in volume headed for China. Figures from the U.S. Dairy Export Council demonstrate solid numbers for dairy exports in July. …
Japanese Newspaper Reports Country Will Eliminate U.S. Wine Tariffs
Bottles of wine in wooden box selling in the street of Kobe, Japan. credit: reinaimaging / shutterstock.com The world’s largest financial newspaper is reporting Japan will eliminate tariffs on U.S….
Beef Tongue Means More in Japan
Sendai, Japan–A chef prepares the Sendai local delicacy of Gyutan (Beef Tongue) by grilling over a coal grill. credit: Justin.Jacobs / Shutterstock.com Beef tongue has more value in Japan for…
Houseplants That Can Improve Your Health
…health. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Houseplants That Can Improve Your Health Houseplants aren’t just excellent companions because they brighten rooms. They allow you to experience the…
Hope Remains for SB 559 Despite Failing to Pass in Legislature
…viable. “The bipartisan work on SB 559 is just a glimpse of what we can accomplish if we work together,” Senator Hurtado said in a press release. “Although the extension…
Tariff Increases Delayed as ‘Good Will’ Gesture
…of China. https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1171925717988388865 Analysts have differing opinions as to what this will mean for the overall trade tensions between the two countries. Beijing has said that the exemption for certain…
NPPC Welcomes New Swine Inspection System
…N.C. “The U.S. pork production system is the envy of the world because we continuously adopt new practices and technologies, while enhancing safety, quality and consistency. This new inspection system…
USDA Modernizes Swine Slaughter Inspection for the First Time in Over 50 Years
…for food safety innovations. “This regulatory change allows us to ensure food safety while eliminating outdated rules and allowing for companies to innovate,” Secretary Sonny Perdue said. “The final rule…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-17-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering National Farm Safety and Health Week, an upcoming ACP…
Specialty Crops Bolstered Top-Ten Commodity Cash Receipts in 2018
…year compared to 2017. Pistachios, who may have seen the most significant increase in the report, jumped over a million dollars and up to fifth on the top-ten list. Dairy…