…work. The work will tap into resources from both the NRCS Environmental Quality Incentives Program and the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. RCPP selected competitive conservation projects, designed by local partners…
Silicon Valley Bank Foresees Breakout Year Ahead for U.S. Fine Wine Business
…beyond traditional banking services. Silicon Valley Bank is a member of global financial services firm SVB Financial Group (Nasdaq: SIVB). More information on the company can be found at www.svb.com….
UC Makes Gains in Rebuilding its Extension Service
…the work that farmers and farm advisors do together is not only important to the success of his family’s operation, but having Pope come out to the farm to diagnose…
Use of Fumigant to Face Additional State Restrictions
…increase food production prices in California as opposed to our competitors.” Carolyn O’Donnell of the California Strawberry Commission described chloropicrin as “critical” to the control of certain soilborne pests, and…
Update on Leaffooted Bug
Courtesy: UCANR Experts say leaffooted bug reports were low this last year, but growers need to stay vigilant because the insect can still cause significant damage in low populations. Update…
USDA Week In Review January 16
…U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, farming’s future, improving water quality, and an American Dream house. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.nrcs.usda.gov www.rd.usda.gov…
Assemblymember Gray: “FFA Funding Safe and Sound in Governor’s Proposed Budget”
…testament to the hard work our community accomplished last year. The number one ag-producing state in the nation will continue to sponsor the number one ag-development program in our state.”…
Not Enough Snow-Pack in Northern Cascade Range
Rain, not snow, is falling this winter in the Washington and Oregon Cascade Mountains so far, but what does it mean for spring runoff potential? Rod Bain reports. Not Enough…
Farm Bureau Approves Strategic Action Plan for 2015
…agricultural labor crisis and border issues, but we must get this done. The recent executive action on immigration doesn’t offer a solution to increase the workforce for agriculture and we…
The Fresno Food Expo Celebrates with Agricultural Tour
…College District · City of Fresno · Tioga-Sequoia Brewing Company · ENZO Olive Oil Company · Union Bank · Fowler Packing Company · United States Cold Storage · Gerawan Farming…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Makes Major Announcement Regarding Conservation Projects
…we can make an impact that’s well beyond what the Federal government could accomplish on its own. We’re giving private companies, local communities, and other non-government partners a way to…
Port Slowdowns are Affecting Farm Shipments
…loss of commerce. Ching Lee is an assistant editor of Ag Alert. She may be contacted at clee@cfbf.com. Used with permission from Ag Alert, and the California Farm Bureau Federation….
CDFA Announces Available Funding for Dairy Development Program
…must email grants@cdfa.ca.gov with their contact information, number of seats required and workshop location. Further details will be provided upon confirmation of registration. Visit the CDFA DDRDP website at www.cdfa.ca.gov/go/dd….
Fruit Size and Drop Factors in Citrus Crop Forecast
…and Fruit Size chart. (.pdf) The February Citrus Crop Forecast is scheduled for Tuesday February 10, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. Pacific Time and will be “Live” here on AgNet West.com….