…unnecessary government interference affecting California farmers. He stated that agriculture should be allowed to focus on producing food and sustaining rural communities rather than navigating excessive regulatory burdens. His comments…
The Northwest Territory Opened the Door to America’s Westward Expansion
…of the young United States. The hard work of pioneers clearing land, building farms, and creating transportation networks fueled population growth and economic development across the Midwest. Communities that began…
USDA Expands $35 Million Feral Swine Eradication Program to Protect Farms
…damage caused by wild hogs across the country. Fordyce explained that while invasive species come in many forms—including plants, insects, and animals—feral swine rank among the most damaging because of…
USDA Launches $35 Million Feral Swine Eradication Program to Protect Farms
…probably could be the most invasive and probably cause the most damage.” The program, administered jointly by USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Animal and Plant Health Inspection…
Tom McClintock Talks California Water, Farming, and Freedom
…farmers, ranchers, rural communities, and all Californians. Listeners interested in learning more about Congressman McClintock’s work or getting involved with his campaign can visit tommcclintock.com, the official campaign website he…
Mexico Tests Find No Cyclospora in Taylor Farms Lettuce Samples
…A recent report highlighted the findings, which come after U.S. health officials linked a Cyclospora outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce served at some Taco Bell locations. According to Mexico’s Ministry…
California Cattlemen’s President Rick Roberti Sounds the Alarm on Agriculture’s Future
…operating under fewer regulations, lower labor costs, and significantly different environmental standards. California producers face especially high production costs because of labor regulations, environmental policies, energy prices, and compliance requirements….
California Cattlemen’s President Says Loss of Grazing Land Threatens Beef Industry’s Future
…has not lost its commitment to stewardship or hard work, but policymakers must recognize the importance of maintaining a strong domestic food supply. “If we can’t feed our nation, then…
California Cattlemen President Warns of Growing Challenge Keeping Ranches in the Family
The future of California’s ranching industry may depend as much on the next generation as it does on markets and weather. That was one of the central themes during a…
California Rancher Ryan Schohr Appointed to EPA Agriculture Advisory Committee
…expected to bring practical, on-the-ground experience to the federal advisory committee. The EPA’s Farm, Ranch and Rural Communities Committee provides recommendations to the agency on regulations, programs and policies that…
California Pistachio Crop Could Be Cut in Half: Rich Kreps Explains What Growers Need to Know
…with food manufacturers is especially critical because pistachios are ingredients in: Protein bars Snack mixes Health foods Packaged snacks Nut blends If manufacturers remove pistachios from recipes because supplies disappear,…
Rich Kreps: Post-Harvest Management Can Set the Stage for Next Year’s Pistachio Crop
…for the next three months instead of waiting until late October or November.” Kreps explained that pistachio trees continue working long after harvest ends. Proper irrigation and fertility management during…
California Stone Fruit Season Expected to End Early After Warm Start
…management concerns as orchards developed more quickly than anticipated. Despite those early obstacles, producers were able to work through the challenges as the season progressed. Favorable growing conditions later in…
California Pistachio Crop Expected to Shrink Sharply Following Challenging Growing Season
…expect moving forward. Kreps said the extreme heat experienced during bloom created significant pollination issues, particularly in the southern San Joaquin Valley. Because pistachio pollen becomes less viable when temperatures…