…and connect with local agricultural producers. “Connecting American farmers and ranchers with the National School Lunch Program provides schoolchildren with daily access to locally sourced, healthy foods,” said Vilsack. “These…
Federal Drought Aid Coming to California; Long Term Solution Sought
…of the Federal Government. “California is our biggest economy, California is our biggest agricultural producer, so what happens here matters to every working American, right down to the cost of…
“Voices from the Land” Conservation in American Agriculture Briefing Highlights Environmental Award Winners
On USDA Blog by Ann Mills, Deputy Under Secretary of Natural Resources and Environment “Water conservation begins where the first drop of rain falls…most likely on private working lands.” This…
Pollinators Crucial to Agriculture
…and Flower Seed Conference hosted by the American Seed Trade Association, (ASTA). Lori says the group is focused on real science to find answers to pollinator problems. You can hear…
CalASFMRA Enters 2014 with New Logo, New Officers and New Direction
…the second largest chapter of the American Society of Farm Managers and Rural Appraisers (ASFMRA) and under its new brand, CalASFMRA – Western Ag Professionals, has nearly 300 members in…
NRCS and Forest Service Partner to Improve Forest Health
…results for the American people,” U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell added. “Restoring the health of our nation’s forests and grasslands is a critical effort, and it’s going to take…
Statement by Secretary Vilsack on Passage of the Agricultural Act of 2014
…in savings for the taxpayer. While no legislation is perfect, this bill is a strong investment in American agriculture and supports the continued global leadership of our farmers and ranchers.”…
Following Senate Passage, ASA Calls on President Obama to Sign Farm Bill into Law
ST. LOUIS (February 4, 2014) – Following the Senate’s vote to pass the Agricultural Act of 2014 this afternoon, the American Soybean Association (ASA) thanked both chambers of Congress and…
Statement by AFBF President on Senate Passage of Farm Bill
Statement by Bob Stallman, President American Farm Bureau Federation Re: Senate Passage of Farm Bill “The American Farm Bureau Federation commends the Senate for passing the new five-year farm bill…
Issues for Seed Industry
…issues facing the seed industry. CLICK HERE to listen to this report. CLICK HERE for lots more seed news from the recent American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) meeting in Monterey….
Seed of High Quality Important
…Seed Association Betsy Peterson explains. CLICK HERE to listen to this report. CLICK HERE for lots more seed news from the recent American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) meeting in Monterey….
Breaking News: Unprecedented Zero Water Allocation for CA
…25 million Californians and about 750,000 acres of irrigated farmland. In addition, deliveries to agricultural districts with long-standing water rights in the Sacramento Valley may be cut 50 percent –…
DWR Drops State Water Project Allocation to Zero, Seeks to Preserve Remaining Supplies
…roughly 750,000 acres of irrigated farmland. • Deliveries to senior water rights holders in the Sacramento Valley – all agricultural irrigation districts – were last cut in 1992. • The…
AgNet West e-News: Vegetable Seed Conference; Drought and Cattle
This week’s issue of the AgNet West e-News includes reports from the American Seed Trade Association’s Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference, and a University of California advisor’s recommendations for cattle…