…generation contracts between biomass plants and utilities are expiring, and plants are shutting down. “In Tuolumne County, we’re lucky we have an operating biomass plant, at least for now,” Crook…
Almond Board: Leaffooted Bug Monitoring
…pest management materials and non-pesticide options allow almond growers to plan an IPM program that protects not only this year’s crop, but also the long-term life of the orchard and…
National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day
This is an Irish-American invention, that is why we celebrate National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day on March 17. Cathy Isom has the real story behind a traditional St. Patrick’s…
Agri View: Bee Gone
…magic because of a lack of diversity in plant vegetation throughout the year. Thus, the almond fields of California need more types of crops planted that will attract bees year-round….
NCGA Disappointed with Senate Vote
…small activist population at the expense of consumers. “We urge the Senate to stand with farmers and consumers, not political activists. We must continue working to solve this critical issue.”…
Conaway on Senate Failure to Advance GMO Labeling Legislation
…of minority party Senators. “Make no mistake, it’s not Republicans these Senators have opposed, it’s the American farmer and rancher. Enough is enough. Americans are tired of viewing a broken…
Filing USDA Agency Appeal an Easy Process
…however and producers need to act relatively quickly. More about the NAD From the NAD website: The National Appeals Division reports directly to the Secretary of Agriculture and is independent…
National Artichoke Hearts Day
…the world. They supply nearly 100% of North American fresh artichokes. How to Observe Try this artichoke hearts recipe: Artichoke Hearts Gratin Use #ArtichokeHeartsDay to post on social media. Ocean…
Agri View: Real Horse Power
…for Rural Heritage.com In colonial times a large percentage of Americans scratched out a living by tilling the soil. “Scratch” is an appropriate word to describe the efforts of these…
Growing Organics? FSA Can Help
…These changes strengthen traditional agriculture, be it promoting biofuels or bio-based products, improving animal genetics or even developing more plant varieties. Another example is the growing retail market for organic…
Farm to School Programs Invest in Local Economies
…the 2014-2015 school year, and another 16 percent – more than 2,000 districts – have plans to start in the future. The census results show that farm to school programs…
Today is National Ag Day
Today is National Ag Day – a day to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American agriculture. A day to understand why we celebrate agriculture. That’s story ahead on…
Beef and Beef Products to Peru
…and rural communities.” “Peru has been a growing market for American beef and this agreement will only further expand opportunities for American producers and exporters,” said U.S. Trade Representative Michael…
Ag Students Win State Farm Bureau Discussion Titles
…Randolph won national titles in 2012 and 2015, respectively. The American Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers and Ranchers program serves agriculturalists between the ages of 18 and 35 who are actively…