COVID-19 was the most prominent topic this week as smaller farmers struggle with marketing their produce and industrywide concern focuses on supplies of necessary safety equipment such as sanitizer and…
Trade Progress with China Despite Pandemic Challenges
…for more U.S. beef to be exported to China. Other trade progress includes expanded market access for U.S. poultry and pork products. In light of the challenges presented by COVID-19,…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-03-20
…safe when coming to work and are taken care of during the COVID-19 crisis. Also, take a look at the details from the latest snowpack survey and hear why farmers…
Water Conflicts Continue as California Clashes with Federal Agencies
…Johansson noted that given the current circumstances related to COVID-19, now is not the time to engage in more water conflicts. “The federal and state water projects need to complement…
Direct Marketing Farmers Hit Hardest During Pandemic
Farmers who depend on direct marketing their produce appear to be having a tough time during the COVID-19 pandemic. While the demand for fresh produce has been strong in the…
New Payroll Protection Program for Small Business
A new payroll protection program is available to small business through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act also known as the CARES Act. When the COVID-19 relief act…
FCC Designates $1 Billion for Precision Agriculture
…and supporting investment in high-speed Internet in ways that specifically help precision agriculture.” CEO of Trilogy Networks and taskforce leader, George Woodward noted that the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted the…
Almond Update: Carbohydrate Dynamics Research in Upcoming Webinar
The Almond Board of California has continued its online education through webinars during COVID-19 restrictions, and an upcoming session will focus on a potential new tool for the industry. Several…
COVID-19 Delays Events at the International Agri-Center®
…are doing our part to slow the spread of COVID-19,” stated Jerry Sinift, International Agri-Center® CEO. “Our staff is staying busy preparing for life after this pandemic. We will continue…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-01-20
…crisis, get an update on the Central Valley’s citrus bloom and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the FDA is allowing veterinarians to practice telemedicine to better assist animal health needs….
Shifting Focus: Avocados Rethink Promoting Industry Amidst COVID-19
The current restrictions surrounding the ongoing pandemic is changing how associations promote their industries. The COVID-19 social distancing and shelter at home recommendations are impacting everyday life around the state,…
FDA Allows for Telemedicine to Meet Animal Health Needs
…provide adequate services while combatting COVID-19, the FDA has announced that it will be temporarily lifting enforcement of certain requirements to allow veterinarians to better utilize telemedicine to address animal…
N95 Masks: ‘Perfect Storm’ Brewing for Agriculture
The COVID-19 pandemic has created an increased demand for N95 masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) throughout the country. Some companies have announced they will be retooling their operations…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-31-20
…an agriculture representative on the COVID-19 Task Force, get an update on the California strawberry season and discover what six California counties have been deemed primary natural disaster areas. Tune…