A new report from the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) provides in-depth analysis of ag labor investigations over the past twenty years. The Federal Labor Standards Enforcement in Agriculture report notes…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 12-18-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the importance of access to rural broadband, the support…
The California Kitchen: Grilled Maitake Mushrooms
Grilled Maitake Mushrooms In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Grilled Maitake Mushrooms with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 Lb Maitake…
Beef Alliance Startup Challenge Encourages Innovation in Cattle Industry
…action. Finalists will pitch their product directly to major feedyard decision makers for the opportunity to win a $50,000 cash prize along with a chance at a pilot with a…
Ways to Attract Insects and Songbirds to Your Garden
…plants, and some water to splash around in. The best way to do that is by planting a diverse landscape. When designing and planting beds and borders, think both horizontally…
Truck Registration Mistakenly Being Denied by DMV
…the DMV ‘no, in fact, these trucks are in compliance’ and you can renew their registration. I’ve actually had some luck with that,” Sousa explained. “There is a solution. ARB…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-17-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering ag groups push USTR for fair trade with the…
Almond Update: Trade Relationships Needed While Remaining Desirable to Consumers
At last week’s Almond Conference, Former US Trade Representative Darci Vetter and Former USDA Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Krysta Harden addressed the current agricultural landscape. Harden noted the need to listen to consumers…
Fruit-Bearing Plants ajnd Trees to Attract Birds to Your Yard
Some of the best plants to attract birds to your yard. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Herbert Aust from Pixabay By planting fruit-bearing trees and…
Registration Open for 2021 AFBF Virtual Convention
Registration is open for the 2021 American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Virtual Convention. The 102nd annual convention will be held January 10-13. Registration fees are being waived for the first…
International Market Looks Positive for U.S. Beef Moving Forward
It appears that the market looks promising for American beef products moving into 2021. The U.S. Meat Export Federation is estimating an increase of approximately 10 percent in exports next…
Counties Impacted by Wildfire Eligible for Emergency Conservation Program
…of the cost of approved restoration activity. Up to 90 percent cost-share assistance is available to limited resource, socially disadvantaged, and beginning farmers and ranchers. FSA County Committees will evaluate…
California Olive Oil Crop Falls Short of 2.5 Million Gallon Estimate
…all of California farming, the COVID-19 pandemic had quite an impact on olive growers and millers. Producers implemented more stringent workplace policies to ensure the safety of harvest crews and…
Making Sense of Biologicals: Biostimulants Still Undefined in Labeling Clarity
…issue is simply the term ‘stimulant’ because regulators believe that word aligns too closely with the pesticide category. Immediate Past President of the Association of American Plant Food Control Officials…