…is the largest occurrence in more than ten years when spinach grown in California was contaminated by nearby cattle and wild pigs. Identifying specific farming operations that may be contaminated…
The California Kitchen: Two-minute Salmon
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook two-minute salmon with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 3 T Olive Oil TT S+P 1 T…
N.C. Legislature Overrides Veto of Farm Protection Bill
…provision in the bill prevents soy, almond, coconut, and other plant-based milk suppliers from labeling their products “milk” in North Carolina. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Meat Companies Accused of Artificially Inflating Pork Prices
…and intend to vigorously defend this lawsuit.” A Tyson spokesman says they haven’t seen a copy of the lawsuit so they’re unable to comment on it. From the National Association…
NCBA Responds to Canada Tariff Hikes on U.S. Beef Imports
…casualties will be Canadian consumers, as well as American cattlemen and cattlewomen.” He adds that the NCBA may not know the extent of the damage done to American producers, but…
International Lawsuit Targets Heart of Trump Tariffs
…are expected through retaliatory tariffs, including those from China on U.S. agricultural products that are set to start late next week. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
CDC Retracts Farmer Suicide Rate Findings
…rate among managers, in contrast, was average. Still, of those in the “Triple F” category, nearly 90 percent are agricultural workers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Senate Passes Farm Bill, Next Stop: Conference
…Senator Mike Lee that farm groups, such as the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, say “sought to undermine commodity checkoff programs. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Senate Farm Bill Passes with Overwhelming Support
…after the House passed their version by a slim margin. “The farm bill represents a five-year agreement between farmers and the American people,” California Farm Bureau Federation President Jamie Johansson…
Almond Update: Stressing Trees for Hull Rot Management
Navel orangeworm is a big focus this year for the almond industry during hull split. Almond Board of California’s Bob Curtis said there’s another pest to address during this time…
Women in Agribusiness Now Accepting Award Nominees
…well. Entry forms and guidelines for submissions are available online at www.womeninag.com. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, July 20th, 2018. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Perdue Signals Aid Plan Announcement Possible Around Labor Day
…stop all U.S. soybean purchases completely, Brazil’s production and exports are growing, and China is seeking alternatives to U.S. agricultural products. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Senate Farm Bill to Include Grassley Payment Limits
…to the farm bill and announced Wednesday by Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts in an effort to expedite the passage of the bill. From the National Association of Farm…
Cover Crop Efficacy Highlighted in Colusa County
…South Dakota to California more than ten years ago. Unruh is also well versed in soil health, plant physiology and many different types of sustainable ag practices. “He views his…