In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the heatwave that California has been experiencing is prompting more pest activity. Field Market Development Specialist for Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll…
Executive Order Addresses Right to Repair and Market Competition
…the agricultural sector surrounding the executive order. The North American Meat Institute remains skeptical about making adjustments to the Stockyards and Packers Act. Other groups including the American Farm Bureau…
Determination Finally Issued for QIP Referendum After Close Vote
Results from the referendum vote related to the Quota Implementation Plan (QIP) have been released by the California Department of Food and Agriculture. The QIP referendum pertained to a sunset…
CDFA Continues Work to Help Strengthen Food Safety Efforts
…Modernization Act. Ross also spoke highly of the work being done through the California Agricultural Neighbors group in its effort to bolster food safety. “It’s very important that we’re in-tune…
Biden to Address Meat Industry Concerns with Executive Order
…and help to protect producers and consumers alike. Details of the EO have yet to be released, but the White House reports that it will have a significant impact on…
Partnerships Sought for Restoring Wetland Ecosystems
…improve downstream water quality, recharge groundwater, bolster wildlife habitat, and help mitigate flooding impacts. State and local governments are eligible to participate, as well as non-government organizations and American Indian…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 07-07-21
…U.S. farmland, the ‘important step’ that is the Senate’s approval of the Growing Climate Solutions Act and Wilbur-Ellis launching its Innovation Award for Student Teams. Tune in to the show…
Senate Approval of Growing Climate Solutions Act an ‘Important Step’
The Senate approval of the Growing Climate Solutions Act is being described as an “important step” for helping farmers and ranchers navigate carbon markets. The Growing Climate Solutions Act is…
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Continues Forward Momentum
…Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan to benefit farmers and ranchers. According to CFBF, the legislation would authorize the California FAIR Plan to expand coverage eligibility to agricultural infrastructure. County Farm Bureaus…
Onion Diseases You May Encounter, and Dealing with Them
Onion diseases you may encounter, and how to deal with them. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. onion rust Pinterest If you plan to grow onions, you’ll likely deal…
Growers Struggle to Find and Keep Farm Insurance
…said that he has had little success with the Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan. After acquiring three farm policies through the FAIR Plan, two of the plans were…
NEED Water Act to Provide Drought Relief to San Joaquin Valley
New legislation has been introduced in Congress aimed at addressing drought conditions in the San Joaquin Valley. The Necessary to Ensure Expeditious Delivery of Water Act, known as the NEED…
Identifying a Few Common Pest That Will Go After Onions
…known as the red mite — is ridiculously fond of onions. Plant cilantro around your onions to help fend them off, and treat infected plants with neem oil. Bulb Mites…
Almond Update: Additional Conservation Assistance for Drought Impacted Regions
…the new conservation assistance offered through CIC is July 12. Producers currently engaged in conservation activities or interested in certain conservation practices could be eligible for added support from NRCS….