California’s almond industry is less than a month away from their annual conference. Almond Board of California’s Program Coordinator in Industry Relations Rebecca Bailey said they have two very different…
US Officials Have Mixed Feelings Toward the Passage of a Farm Bill
…of both the House and the Senate are pushing to compromise on a Bill before the new year. Many US Americans and farmers rely on the security of the Farm…
Farming Assistance Resources Available from NRCS
…large and diverse staff that can provide professional assistance in the implementation of sustainable farming systems and techniques. “We help farmers and ranchers and forest landowners with one-on-one conservation plans,”…
Animal Activist that Invade Farming Operations Do More Harm Than They Think
California has been a sight for animal activists, protests and break-ins on or near farms. Activists that enter farming operations often say they are there to save animals that are…
Farm Bureau Survey: Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Down for Third Straight Year
The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 33rd annual survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 is $48.90,…
Psyllid Parasitoid Releases Hit Milestone in CA
A magnified photo of tamarixia radiata, a tiny stingless wasp utilized in the Asian citrus psyllid program. The actual size of the wasp has been compared to fleas or particles…
Agri View: BFTP-Drinking a Glass of Milk a Day
In this Blast from the Past episode of Agri View with Everett Griner, Everett talks about the health benefits of drinking a glass of milk a day in today’s Agri…
National H-2A Workforce Sets New Record
A new record has been set as it pertains to the size of the H-2A workforce employed in agricultural production. According to figures from the U.S. Department of Labor, the…
Celebrating National Pickle Day
Cathy Isom fill us in about celebrating a popular snack food that Americans eat more than 5-millions pound worth every year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Celebrating…
Numerous ACP Found Near Visalia, California
A large population of Asian citrus psyllids (ACP) and nymphs were found in an older residential area northwest of Visalia, California, last week. With multiple life stages of ACP found,…
“We Believe in Growing” Scholarship Applications Now Available
…recommendation; one copy of their high school transcripts; ACT or SAT scores and be graduating from high school during the 2018-2019 school year. “We are thrilled to encourage and support…
Proposition 12 Deadline May Be More Ambitious Than Realistic
…to overhaul their facilities to conform to the new spacing standards. Hog farmers will have until 2022 to meet the new requirements. American producers that do not update their farming…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 11-14-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. About the Author Danielle Leal Facebook Twitter MMJ/Anchor for AgNet West Radio Network. Sponsored Content CIR…
Agricultural Stewardship of Water Highlighted in Survey
…The survey typically provides a more accurate picture of agricultural water use, which often highlights the stewardship characteristics of American farmers. “There’s a general notion that maybe the ag sector…