…sights on farm animals. All of them. Cattle, horses, sheep, maybe even poultry. Chickens and egg production have already been challenged in some circles. Unlike the circus, farmers cannot simply…
USDA Seeks Cotton Board Nominees
…represent cotton producers from Arkansas, California/Nevada, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina and Texas. Nominees are also sought to fill vacancies for importers. Appointees will serve terms that begin on Jan. 1,…
Food Safety Practices and Costs Under the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement
…will mean for the produce industry. This study focuses on interviews with seven California leafy greens firms since that industry has had a food safety program since 2007, the California…
Fresno Food Expo Award Applications Still Being Accepted
…products launched since the New Product Awards program first began in 2013. Central California food and beverage companies submit their new products or packaging concepts for judging by a group…
California Cherries Poised for Record Year
Cherry harvest in California is just about wrapped up and growers are excited to make up for the previous years of disappointing returns. The official estimate was 8.5 million boxes…
NPPC, Ports Coalition, Applaud Early West Coast Port Contract Talks
The National Pork Producers Council has signed onto a letter from the Ports Coalition applauding early contract talks between port unions and west coast port operators. The letter specifically applauds…
Conaway, Rouzer Praise U.S.-China Beef Agreement
…beef industry. Well, that ‘great opportunity’ becomes a one step closer to reality for cattle producers across the country, hopefully bringing an end to a 13-year drought on beef exports…
U.S., China Finalize Details to Send U.S. Beef to China
…our cattle producers, who will be regaining access to an enormous market with an ever-expanding middle class. Since he was elected, President Trump has brought momentum, optimism, and results to…
California Leopold Conservation Award® Still Accepting Nominations
Sand County Foundation, the California Farm Bureau Federation and Sustainable Conservation are accepting applications for the $10,000 California Leopold Conservation Award. “We encourage others to apply for this opportunity to…
Dairy Groups Pledge to Work with Trump Administration on NAFTA Modernization
…and confronts increasingly protectionist dairy policies by Canada. In joint comments sent to the U.S. Trade Representative, the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF)…
Withdraw ‘GIPSA’ Rule, Say NPPC, Pork Producers
The National Pork Producers Council in comments submitted again urged the U.S. Department of Agriculture to withdraw a regulation related to the buying and selling of livestock. It also delivered…
A National Day for the Flower of Love and Romance
…marvelous flowers coming from the state of California. In June, Red roses are in bloom in flower gardens all across the United States, and their beauty and sweet scent fill…
ICFA Lobby for Practical Cannabis Growing Guidelines
… The visit comes at a crucial time during the process of establishing the legislative framework for adult-use of marijuana in California in the coming year. The ICFA is urging…
Official Flower of the Month of June
…other recipes, as well as in cosmetics. The petals and leaves are frequently used in herbal medicines, primarily to treat stomach problems. In the United States, California is one of…