…December holidays on December 13. Mexico’s own legislative session ends on August 31 and any renegotiated deal would have to be passed before then. From the National Association of Farm…
Turning Integrated Pest Management Ideas Into Action
…the director of the California Department of Pesticide Regulation, in remarks at the April 2018 IPM Summit. The ever increasing incidence of invasive pests and the concerns about how to…
The California Kitchen: Udon Noodles with Braised Kale
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Udon Noodles with Braised Kale with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1/4 C Oil 1…
Updated Water Allocations Double, Still Below Half for Southern CVP Agriculture
…positive results of the California Department of Water Resources April snow survey, Reclamation is pleased to announce this increased allocation for CVP water contractors,” Regional Director for Reclamation’s Mid-Pacific Region…
Record Attendance at Post-Harvest Pest Control Conference
…year, so very good attendance and great speakers.” Several of the speakers focused on some of the strategies and research surrounding Asian citrus psyllid and Huanglongbing. President of California Citrus…
Rural Mainstreet Index Hurt by Trade Concerns
…unresolved concerns about trade matters. Over three-quarters of rural bankers (76.2%) say export markets are very important to their local economy. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Russia Approves Bayer Acquisition of Monsanto
…year. Bayer got conditional approval from the European Commission in March and still awaits approval from the U.S. Department of Justice. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Dicamba Legal Battle Continues in Arkansas
…want to use it. The Arkansas State Plant Board made it illegal to use dicamba between April 15 and October 31. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Wildfire Aid Amendment Included in Farm Bill Proposal
…The amendment also simplifies the program administration for Farm Service Agency employees. There aren’t any guarantees the amendment stays in the finished 2018 Farm Bill. From the National Association of…
Peterson: Pelosi Didn’t Direct Farm Bill, but Ryan May Have
…leaves Congress. Peterson says, “The Speaker put this in the bill because he couldn’t get anything else done with welfare reform.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Cage-Free Housing of Hens Comes with Safety Concerns
Animal welfare experts at the University of California, Davis are researching ways to increase the safety of cage-free housing for hens. While the lack of a cage provides more space…
The California Kitchen: Medium Rare Proper Steak Technique
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing medium rare proper steak technique with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 4 Steaks Choice Quality…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 04-20-18
…by Taylor Hillman. Reports from blueberry harvest show some damage from the February freezing temperatures and the Almond Board of California is running it’s first ever advertising campaign in Germany….
Baldwin, Ernst, Introduce Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network Bill
…says “we must do more” to ensure farmers and ranchers “have access to the mental health resources and supports they need.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….