…“I think we create a food system that makes healthy and nutritious food more available, more convenient, and more affordable for all Americans,” Vilsack noted. Climate change was a subject…
Farmworker COVID Safety Project Launched Through UC Davis
The University of California, Davis, have launched a farmworker COVID safety project with a multitude of partners. Funded by a $3 million contract, the COVID-19 Statewide Agriculture and Farmworker Education…
ACEP Final Rule Released by USDA Includes Several Updates
…landowners sustain vital working landscapes and wetland ecosystems,” acting chief of USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, Terry Cosby said in a press release. “These minor updates to the ACEP final…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 02-09-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday. Taylor Hillman fills in again for Danielle with a producer’s take on the up and downs of demand with openings…
The Western View: Cap and Trade Your Cover Crop?
…growers. But the big news is, he wants to use that money to get growers to idle 50 million acres and plant cover crops. He thinks the cover crop would…
Space is Limited, Make a Magnetic Herb Garden
…is an issue and there’s no room for extra pots to clog up counter space, think outside the box. You can keep plants off the counter by using magnetic planters…
AgSafe Digital Conference INNOVATE Begins February 15
The AgSafe digital conference INNOVATE will begin on February 15 and run through February 25. The inaugural virtual event opens with a state of the industry and commencement of the…
Conservation Practices Proven to Lower Carbon Footprint in Recent Study
…CO2 annually. Conservation approaches taken by agricultural producers have helped to offset the annual carbon footprint of nearly 40,000 Californians. Voluntary conservation actions that were taken resulted in the equivalent…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 02-08-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday. Taylor Hillman hosts today’s show. Bloom is unofficially kicking off this week for several crops including almonds. We have a…
Exotic, Peculiar Looking Melon with a Unique Flavor
…mainly comprised of water, is packed with nutrients, and relatively low in calories, which makes it suitable for a variety of diet plans. Kiwano melons will do well in your…
More Than $2 Million Awarded for Nutrient Management Projects
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has awarded more than $2 million for nutrient management projects. CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) is awarding $2.18 million dollars…
Participation in U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol May Bring Added Benefits to Growers
Participation in the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol may provide some added benefits for growers moving forward. The program sets sustainability standards for cotton growers and provides measurable data on stewardship…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 02-05-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a study showing rural residents are more vulnerable to…
What Americans will be Eating by the BILLIONS During the Big Game
…of Ours program here. What Americans will be Eating by the BILLIONS During the Big Game Americans to Eat Record 1.42 Billion Chicken Wings for Super Bowl LV Wings remain…