…instruction about how to build a herb spiral in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. How to Build an Herb Spiral in Your Garden If you…
USDA to Make Funding Available in 2020 to Deploy High-Speed Broadband Internet Infrastructure in Rural America
…called “ReConnect,” including how the loans and grants will be awarded to help build broadband infrastructure in rural America. USDA received 146 applications between May 31, 2019, and July 12,…
Almond Update: Solid State of the Industry, Call to Action Moving Forward
…shipments, despite a troubling trade atmosphere in China. “We’ve been building more demand and what that says is that it’s working,” said ABC Chairman Holly King. “It also indicates that…
Farm Bureau: Farmers Need Meaningful Ag Labor Reform
…parts of the country, it is deeply disappointing that the House blocked any possibility of improving the legislation designed to address the problem, the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. Several amendments…
House Passage of Immigration Bill Heartens Farm Bureau
…Jamie Johansson said passage of the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2019 represents a significant milestone. “This is a huge step toward addressing problems that have harmed farmers, ranchers and…
Understanding Soil Biology Critical for Farming Systems
…panel of industry experts highlighted some of the disruptive practices making an impact on agricultural production at the recent Organic Grower Summit in Monterey, where soil health and biology was…
Farm Groups Partner to Help Farmers Manage Stress
…individuals who interact with farmers and ranchers to recognize signs of stress and offer help. Based on the farm stress program Michigan State University Extension developed for the U.S. Department…
NCBA Applauds U.S. Senate Introduction of Real MEAT Act
NCBA “Leader on this Issue,” Sen. Fischer Says (NCBA) — The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) applauded the introduction of the Real MEAT (Marketing Edible Artificials Truthfully) Act of 2019…
San Benito County Farmer Honored for Distinguished Service
…served as president of the county Farm Bureau from 1957-59 and on its board of directors before and since, including current service on its nominating and office building committees. “No…
Almond Board Fueling Farm of the Future
…1973 to build a foundation of knowledge on responsible farming practices, food quality and safety and almonds’ impact on human health. A tangible example of the almond community’s commitment to…
Groups Stress Swift Passage Needed for USMCA
…most important markets for American farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses. This high-standard agreement builds upon our existing markets to expand United States food and agricultural exports and support food processing and…
Farm Bureau President Pledges Sustained Advocacy for Agriculture
…the immediate aftermath of the war. “When it came time to rebuild the world, re-establish stability, agriculture was where they turned,” he said, adding that scientific and technological advancements had…
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Technology and Food Safety, Part 1
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is made possible by HarvestPort, an innovation hub and marketplace for better agricultural products, practices, and ideas. Find out more at…
USDA to Open Signup for Conservation Reserve Program December 9
…the end of the CRP contract to make conservation and land improvements. Previously Expired Land Land enrolled in CRP under a 15-year contract that expired in September 2017, 2018 or…