…The Agricultural Issues Center at U-C Davis is hosting a day-long workshop about the Farm Bill and what it means for western agriculture. The university promises insightful presentations and in-depth…
United Fresh Nominations for Board Officers
…Family of Companies, Ephrata, PA. Ron joined Four Seasons in 1994 as director of procurement, after almost 20 years in the produce business with Gateway Foods/Scrivner, Carpenter Cook Company, and…
Time to Vaccinate Horses for West Nile Virus
…says horse owners should contact their veterinarians as soon as possible to make sure their animals’ vaccination status is current. Signs of West Nile virus include stumbling, staggering, wobbling, weakness,…
AgNeTVideo Report: Monterey County Ag Part 2
…he’s not sure what species of springtail he’s dealing with, and has sent samples out for identification. His work with the springtails will help him create a comprehensive plan of…
Beetle Causes Problems for Citrus Exports
…have said they will work with the California Citrus Industry on the matter– however they are changing some of the pest control methods allowed. Citrus industry leaders are still working…
Wenger Takes On Dairy Protests at Conference
…progress, he said, is for farmers to come together and work out an answer. The Outlook 2013 Conference continues through the day. AgNet West will continue to bring you updates….
Waiting for a Budget
The wait for an approved budget continues, as does the sequestration. The Agriculture Secretary gave reporters an update this week. Susan Carter reports on what he had to say. Click…
AgNeTVideo Report: Monterey County Ag, Part 1
…than other areas around the nation. Lauritzen says it does come with a price – all the issues surrounding agriculture such as water quality and pesticide use. This is the…
2013 Almond Bloom Underway
…this week, growers are arming themselves – and their trees – with fungicides. According to the Blue Diamond Bloom Report, nearly all available disease remedies work on the basis of…
Almond Board 2013 Election Results
…that administers a grower-enacted Federal Marketing Order under the supervision of the United States Department of Agriculture. For more information on the Almond Board of California or almonds, visit AlmondBoard.com….
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Reaction to EPA Info Release
…information provided on hard-working family farmers and ranchers, family operations including my own,” said NCBA Past President J.D. Alexander, a cattle feeder from Pilger, Neb. “It is beyond comprehension to…
National Pork Producers Council Reaction to EPA Info Release
…manipulate that data to advance their extremist agenda.” EPA gathered the information despite being forced last year to drop a proposed reporting rule for Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) because…
Protect Silage from Spider Mites
…including new products out on the market. She urges growers to rotate their miticide applications to avoid resistance and to work with their PCAs to decide what’s best for them….
Local Food Movement Gains Momentum
The local food movement is gaining momentum, so what does it mean for farmers? Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Karen Halliburton Barber is an assistant…