…Duvall. “The policies set forth will guide Farm Bureau in its mission to advocate for farmers and ranchers and build a sustainable future of safe and abundant food, fiber and…
Newsom’s California Blueprint Includes $750 Million for Drought Response
…experiencing a $45.7 billion surplus heading into the next fiscal year. Building on the $5.2 billion dollar investment in water issues last year, the budget proposal includes an additional $750…
Mixed Response to Biden’s Meat Industry Action Plan
The latest action from President Joe Biden aimed at improving conditions in the meat industry is receiving mixed reviews from industry groups. The “Biden-Harris Action Plan for a Fairer, More…
CAWG President John Aguirre to Step Down After 12 Years
…of winegrape growers. I could not contemplate a better conclusion to my career as an association executive. My wife and I are planning a new chapter in our lives with…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 01-07-22
…along with the importance of staying focused on better water management despite recent rainfall, and a look at the increasing popularity of cover crops. Tune in to the show for…
Farm Bureaus Concerned About Changes to Clean Water Rule
Member farmers from the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) will participate in a roundtable on Thursday, Jan. 6, about the impact of the proposal to repeal and replace the Navigable…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 01-05-22
…and better vernal pool plant diversity with the reintroduction of conservation grazing, also renewable energy is a top priority for AFBF this year. Tune in to the show for these…
Federal Agencies Take Tough Stance on Anticompetitive Practices in Ag
…to better address problems. USDA and DOJ will jointly be developing a new portal over the coming month to provide easier access for producers to report anticompetitive practices. The two…
Joint Effort to Improve Port of Oakland Conditions for Ag Exports
…pick-up. The additional yard space will allow better access to equipment to provide rapid turnaround by not needing to wait for in-terminal space. Assistance will also be provided to agricultural…
Biden Investing $1 Billion to Improve Meat Processing Sector
…Merrick Garland will also be participating in the meeting. The White House indicates that the funding is aimed at providing “better earnings for producers and more choices and affordable prices…
Snowpack Survey Provides Hope for Season Ahead
…ability of the snowpack to produce consistent runoff becomes vital to maintaining a healthy water supply. “We could not have asked for a better December in terms of Sierra snow…
IPM and Agricultural Research and Outreach Evaluation Survey
Agricultural industry members are being asked to provide feedback to help Cooperative Extension better meet the needs of producers. Measuring the impact of both research and outreach efforts is a…
Keeping Your Christmas Tree Fresh and Looking its Best
…brought it home. Cut it again before putting it in the stand. The main reason for doing this is to help the tree’s cut end better absorb water. Remember that…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-23-21
…also the interesting dynamic balancing water needs using interim standards, and why trade should be a focus on the Hill after Build Back Better. Tune in to the show for…