…simultaneously allowing the health of the Delta to rapidly decline. As people, communities and agriculture try to survive this disaster, we should not forget that these decisions are affecting the…
Veterans Get “What’s Next?” Question Answered
…in the agriculture industry. An Army veteran, Baccam said that transitioning from the military to the agriculture industry is a natural fit for many. Hard work, loyalty, dedication, perseverance, patriotism…
2016 Award Winners for Agriculture, Technology
California State Fair announces 2016 award winners for agriculture, technology The California State Fair has announced the recipients of its prestigious awards, including Agriculturalist of the Year. The State Fair…
Funding Supports Local Food and Specialty Crops
USDA Announces over $90 Million Available to Support Local Food Systems, Specialty Crop Producers The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the availability of more than $90 million in…
Some Regions Prime for Dairy Exports
…Bank of America national executive for food, agriculture and wine Cornelius Gallagher says other than finding value in the waste stream of dairy products, increasing an income for a California…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for April 1
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Agri View: Soybeans, U. S. Second Largest Crop
…which has numerous uses. The plant is classed as an oilseed rather than a pulse by the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Fat-free (defatted) soybean meal is a significant…
Vilsack to Travel to Germany and France
Vilsack Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will travel to Berlin and Paris next week to discuss areas of mutual interest between the European and American agricultural sectors. In Berlin, Vilsack will…
Healthier Shopping
…Department of Agriculture and the Paso del Norte Health Foundation to target some of New Mexico’s most nutritionally vulnerable residents. Collin Payne and Mihai Niculescu, both College of Business marketing…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for March 31
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Agri View: PETA Blasts FFA
…why FFA members’ ethics are lacking when it comes to animal care. The FFA pillars of leadership in agriculture I’m referring to include: Develop my potential for premier leadership, personal…
The Western View: Fake Science
…70 per cent of American consumers don’t want to eat food containing GMOs, but we also can’t ignore that genetic engineering has important benefits without a substantial risk. Yes GMO…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for March 30
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Agri View: Farm-Raised
…U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has yet to finalize organic standards for farmed fish**, but “organic” salmon, shrimp, cod and tilapia from abroad are still available. While these certifications provide…