…a drastically different approach to that of contemporary tilled farming. Not digging and turning the soil means not disturbing all of the microorganisms, worms, insects, fungi and more that are…
California Labor Shortages Detailed in Survey
Results from the survey conducted by the California Farm Bureau Federation confirm that labor shortages are continuing to hinder farming and ranching operations throughout the state. The information collected earlier…
Call to Action at CAPCA Conference
…bee health and weed control. Water is another significant issue being discussed at this year’s meeting. Wenger Wenger commented on how beneficial the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation (WIIN)…
Wildfire Impact to Linger for California Wine Country
Wildfires that spread through California’s wine country will leave a lasting mark on the industry and its tourism. The Sacramento Bee newspaper reports that the state’s wine industry in Napa…
NIFA Invests in Research to Help Boost Organic Farming, Ranching
…The grants are funded through the Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) and Organic Transitions Program (ORG). “Organic farming is one of many approaches to making American agriculture sustainable…
California Benefits from Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
…along with assistance in meeting new labor regulations was provided. Some projects were also designed to help attract skilled and unskilled workers to farming operations. The California Department of Food…
Register for Farm of the Future Field Day
…in collaboration with BlueTech Valley, Bowles Farming, California Energy Commission, PowWow Energy, and UC ANR. The day will begin with breakfast at 8 a.m. followed by a welcome from Terry…
Organic Field Crop Production Numbers Rising
Organic farming is a rapidly growing segment of U.S. agriculture. Organic vegetables, fruits, and livestock make up the bulk of the entire segment. However, a new USDA report shows organic…
Kiwifruit Supplies Cause Jump in Price
…United States, with less than 300 growers farming approximately 3,700 acres. The majority of California production is comprised of the Hayward variety, but the industry has been working with new…
Almond Board: Seeds for Bees
…the program. Listen to the report: More from The Almond Board of California: Studies show that planting forage provides honey bees with better nutrition, and healthy honey bees mean better…
USDA Agency-led Group Profiles U.S. Aquaculture for World Report
ARS research helps catfish producers, like these in Mississippi, improve fish quality and quantity. Photo by Stephen Ausmus. Charting a course ahead for the conservation and sustainable farming of freshwater…
Countdown to Census: What You Need To Know
…the online questionnaire to make it more convenient for producers. “The updated online questionnaire is very user-friendly – it can now be used on any electronic device and can be…
Livestock Guard Dog
…dog. Livestock guard dogs, or L-G-D’s, are typically over 100 pounds and; good with their owners. But not so friendly with other dogs or sneaking predators. They absolutely know what…
AFBF Submits Regulatory Reform Priorities
…exemptions for normal farming practices under the Clean Water Rule. Creep USDA will continue to accept comments over the next year. Schlegel says this is a good opportunity to ease…