…better understand how antimicrobial drugs are used on livestock farms. The studies include details on what antimicrobials were used, why they were used and how they were administered. They also…
Grow Healthy Fruits to Match Diet Needs
…a healthy weight. By practicing moderation, fruit can be a healthy part of your diet. These fruits are good choices to grow in your garden for better health: Strawberries, blueberries,…
High Protein Grain You Can Grow in Your Garden
…purple, so it can act as an ornamental plant that adds height to your garden, as well. Quinoa comes in several varieties. Some develop into different colors, and some are…
Western View: Another Water Rights Grab
…agricultural water rights. They obtain the rights, close down the farms, and sell the water to Los Angeles – so their developers can build more homes and bring in even…
Industry Reaction on the Removal of Section 232 Tariffs
…it will provide a boost in exports and have a ripple effect throughout the farm and rural economy,” CFBF President Jamie Johansson said. “The president’s action today to remove steel…
California Rice Planting Back on Track After Getting A Late Start
…on a much better track. This is highly sophisticated equipment so they can cover a lot of ground in a hurry,” said Morris. “If things are condensed too much then…
May Rain Silver Lining for Strawberry Growers
…for a couple of weeks and strengthen the marketplace, I think everyone would do better.” Peck jokingly added that of course, it’s not a new problem for any industry. “That’s…
How Sunflowers Provide a Helping Hand
…people grow sunflowers for the simple fact that they are stunning, massive flowers that brighten up the scene. However, sunflowers are beneficial in the garden for many reasons. They are…
Legislation to Relieve Regulatory Burden on Livestock Haulers
…(ELDs). In the Senate, the Transporting Livestock Across America Safely Act was introduced by Senators Ben Sasse and Jon Tester and was supported by 16 other senators. The bill would…
Bumblebee Species Possible Listings Further Threatens California Ag
The Fish and Game Commission (Commission) is considering four bumblebee species to be listed as endangered under the California Endangered Species Act (CESA). The Xerces Society, Defenders of Wildlife, and…
USDA Announces Repayment Options for Producers with Coverage in Previous MPP for Dairy
…past premiums paid, coupled with the new Dairy Margin Coverage Program and other programs, should help producers better weather the ups and downs in the industry.” Eligible dairy producers soon…
Final Snow Survey of the Season Nearly Twice the Average
…inches of snow depth and a snow water content of 51 inches. California water supplies should be in a much better condition compared to last year when the May 1…
EPA: Glyphosate Products ‘No Risks to Public Health’
…uses of glyphosate,” EPA Administrator Andrew Wheeler said in a press release. “Today’s proposed action includes new management measures that will help farmers use glyphosate in the most effective and…
NCBA Welcomes Legislation Aimed to Help Livestock Haulers
…animal welfare, highway safety, and the well-being of livestock haulers. S. 1255, the Transporting Livestock Across America Safely Act, was introduced by Senator Ben Sasse (R-NE) with a bipartisan group…