Rice Field California’s March Intentions estimates were based on a survey of more than 2500 California farmers. The numbers reflect planting intentions as of March 1st. Sabrina Hill has the…
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Announces Additional USDA Actions to Combat Spread of Diseases Among U.S. Pork Producers
…also has a representative serving as a member of the Swine Health Board. USDA also provides competitive grant funding through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative program and anticipates some…
USDA Loans for Veterans
Val Dolcini Many veterans are turning to farming after their military career and the USDA has loan programs that can help them get started. Sabrina Hill talks with California State…
USDA Announces Specialty Crop Block Grant Program-Historic Farm Bill Support Available through State Departments of Agriculture
…by e-mail: trista.etzig@ams.usda.gov. State Department of Agriculture Available Grant Allocation FFY14 Alabama $ 483,202.15 Alaska $ 231,963.39 American Samoa $ 262,706.87 Arizona $ 1,100,428.11 Arkansas $ 350,294.21 California $ 19,761,117.56…
Almond Board: Scouting Key to Weed Management
The Almond Board of California wants to help growers keep a well managed orchard floor. Scouting for weeds at this time of year can catch a problem before it starts….
USDA Helps Open and Expand Export Markets for U.S. Agriculture through 2014 Farm Bill Programs
…Diamond Growers/Almond Board of California $4,729,064 Brewers Association, Inc. $600,895 California Agricultural Export Council $1,228,525 California Cherry Marketing and Research Board $519,189 California Cling Peach Growers Advisory Board $444,892 California…
Antique Farm Equipment Show April 25-27
The International Agri-Center will host the 22nd Annual California Antique Farm Equipment Show, April 25-27, 2014 in Tulare, California. The event will showcase the agriculture industry’s heritage with a focus…
Join the University of California in a One-Day Science Project on May 8th
…project across the state, in recognition of the 100th anniversary of University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE). Join the University of California in a One-Day Science Project May 8th One…
Late Rains Could Mean Water Market Activity
The California Department of Water Resources will look at their updated water storage numbers this month that will include the late March and early April rainstorms. Those numbers could potentially…
Livestock Producers Sign-up for USDA Assistance Programs Starts Tomorrow
Val Dolcini Livestock producers can sign up for USDA Assistance programs starting tomorrow. California State Director of USDA Farm Service Directory Val Dolcini says they are expecting a lot of…
ILRP Third-Party Benefits
Third-party agencies designed to help growers deal with the Irrigated Land Regulatory Program will be the middle man between growers and the water board. They also will save growers hassle…
McNamara Named Agriculturalist of the Year
Farmer and president of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, Craig McNamara is named Agriculturalist of the Year by the California State Fair. Agriculturalist of the Year For…
Innovation Awards Return to Regional Food Show
…most agriculturally rich and diverse region in the world – California’s San Joaquin Valley. This year marks the introduction of the “Buyer’s Choice” Award, which replaces last year’s “Industry Award,”…
Almond Board: Grower Field Day Tuesday April 15
Today the Almond Board has a special invitation for growers. Senior Specialist for Industry Relations Jenny Nicolau explains. Grower Field Day Tuesday April 15 To learn more about specific times,…