…by experts in the field of agricultural conservation, environment and sustainability. The announcement of the recipient will be made at Commodity Classic in Orlando, Florida, next year. From the National…
USDA Opens Election Period for Seed Cotton Program
…Dec. 7, 2018. Visit www.fsa.usda.gov or the local FSA office for information about FSA and the 2014 Farm Bill programs and programs impacted by the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018….
Record-Breaking Heat Streak Hurting Crops
The unrelenting triple-digit heat streak in many valleys of California is starting to affect crops. Burford Ranch said last week that they are finally seeing the effects in the Central…
Bankers: Farmers Want Trade Not Handouts
…temporary fix, at best, because there are too many questions about the program. Hoskins says many farmers are wide open to market volatility at this point and those payments will…
Agri View: Genetically, What is a Fruit?
…Spain. Not California. Not Florida. I read from a 3 page list of other uncommon, and mostly unknown, facts about fruits and vegetables. Those that everybody eat at one time…
Coalition Urges State Board to Reject ‘Unimpaired Flows’ Plan
…premised upon uncertain future fisheries successes should be avoided at all costs.” The letter, drafted by CFBF, was signed by 54 organizations, including the Association of California Water Agencies; California…
Secretary Perdue Statement on EJC Ruling on Genome Editing
…consumers, potential benefits include healthier, higher-quality foods at affordable prices. For farmers, they include improvements in productivity, plant and animal health, and environmental sustainability. “The global regulatory treatment of genome-edited…
The California Kitchen: Perfect al dente 1 Minute Vegetables
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Perfect al dente 1 Minute Vegetables with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Perfect al…
USDA Invites Comments on the Implementation of the e-Connectivity Pilot Program
…2018. USDA is developing this pilot program to catalyze private investment and bring broadband to unserved rural areas of the country. The new program provides a unique opportunity to develop…
Ag Committee Leaders Meet to Discuss Farm Bill
…of the major differences between the two bills. The biggest differences between the two bills are the work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program and payment limits. The statement…
The California Kitchen: Sauce Bolognese
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Sauce Bolognese with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 5 T Garlic Infused Olive Oil 1…
USDA Invests in Projects to Spur Innovation in Grazing Lands, Organic Systems and Soil Health
…Grants program helps spur development and adoption of new conservation approaches and technologies. “Through our Conservation Innovation Grants, we are able to bring together a wide array of groups to…
Almond Update: Curtis Retiring, Recounts Greatest Accomplishments
The Almond Board of California (ABC) will be saying goodbye to a longtime fixture, at least on a full-time basis, as Bob Curtis will be retiring to a consultant role….
Water Works: Funding Approved for Water Storage Projects
In today’s Water Works, brought to you by AquiMax, after several years of public meetings and evaluations the California Water Commission has finally approved spending $2.5 billion dollars on eight…