…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 “This regulatory change allows us to ensure food safety while eliminating outdated rules and allowing for companies to innovate,” Secretary Sonny Perdue said.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…
Tempering Expectations for the Future of Organic
A new report from Rabobank is tempering expectations for organic production as growth in the sector is beginning to slow. The six-page report “Organic Produce Premiums Under Pressure,” notes that…
The Western View: Could farmers be the heroes of the 21st century?
…Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. Visit us on the web at www.citrusindustry.net. About the Author Len Wilcox Len Wilcox is a retired scientist who also ran…
Citrus Research Board Under New Leadership
…of working in California’s agricultural industry to her new position and looks forward to getting started on October 1. “I am completely dedicated and honored to be a part of…
Senate Bill 1 Passes – Governor Newsom to Veto
…Workers Defense Act of 2019 known as SB 1, was passed right before the legislature began its interim recess. The bill is now headed to Governor Gavin Newsom, who surprisingly…
Secretary Perdue on Farm Safety Week
…with work in the agriculture sector and commit to improved practices that advance the health and safety of farm and ranch operators, their family members, and their hired workers. According…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 09-16-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the U.S. and China’s “good gestures” proving well for…
Some Natural Ways to Kill Poison Ivy
Cathy Isom has a little change for you in today’s program. She lets you know some ways to kill poison ivy naturally. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours….