…to form and establish their local management areas. Tulare County Farm Bureau Executive Director Tricia Stever-Blattler says the next step will be hard work for these groups and could cost…
Understanding Cybercrime in Agriculture
…local nut companies. A sophisticated crime ring is hitting tree nut handlers by using shipping information obtained by hacking a Department of Transportation database, stealing trucking company identification, etc. Three…
Gift Ideas for Gardeners
…Wish lists for gardeners By Dennis Patton Oftentimes we struggle to find that perfect present. But when it comes to making purchases for fellow gardeners it could not get much…
USDA Shares 2015 Results
…and major contributions in rural infrastructure, among some. Even with challenges in 2015, including an unprecedented animal disease outbreak and lower commodity prices, America’s rural communities have proven once again…
Agri View: Population Growth and Farm Production
Everett Griner talks about the population growth and where we need to go with farm production in today’s Agri View. Population Growth and Farm Production From Monsanto.com: In 2011, humanity…
The California Kitchen: Mexican Rubbed Prime Rib
…cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Mexican Rubbed Prime Rib For this and many more of these recipes, visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking…
CDFA Accepting Proposals for Fertilizer Research Program
…priority research areas, and examples of successful proposals are available at: www.cdfa.ca.gov/is/ffldrs/frep/CompetitiveGrantProgram.html All concept proposals will be reviewed by FREP’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee (TASC). Concept proposals that are selected by…
Drone Registration Rules Announced
…enthusiasts are aviators, and with that title comes a great deal of responsibility,” said Foxx. “Registration gives us an opportunity to work with these users to operate their unmanned aircraft…
Agri View: Trade Talks and Cuba
…and food manufacturers; and providing the policy and legal framework for the resumption of U.S. agricultural imports from Cuba. The executive actions announced in December 2014, however, only constitute a…
ACP Quarantine in Northern San Mateo County Includes Portion of San Francisco County
…local agricultural commissioner’s office. The number for San Mateo County is 650-363-4700 and for San Francisco County, (415) 252-3830. For more information on the ACP and HLB, please visit: www.cdfa.ca.gov/go/acp…
The California Kitchen: Ponche
…today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Ponche 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,…
Omnibus Approval Key for Cattle Producers
…too long, and we commend the leadership of Senate Agriculture Chairman Pat Roberts, House Agriculture Committee Chairman Mike Conaway and Representative Jim Costa (D-Calif.) for ensuring the United States is…
NFU Praises Omnibus Parts, Concerned About Others
…both chambers of Congress, offering tepid approval of Congress’ work to fund the government and extend important tax credits for the benefit of farmers, ranchers and rural communities. “The passage…
Picking a Christmas Tree
…have come from out of state and may have been exposed to drying winds in transit. They may have been cut weeks earlier.Buy trees early before the best trees have…