…last week in Washington, D.C. at an event hosted by the University of California. Politico reports Froman said: “There certainly is a desire by the president to withdraw from something,…
2017 California Prune Harvest Returns to Typical Levels
…among California prune growers. “California prunes consistently represent the world’s finest quality fruit,” said Donn Zea, Executive Director, California Dried Plum Board. “This year, the industry is returning to a…
The Western View: Weather, Rain or Drought Ahead
It’s finally fall. This year, summer held on to the last possible second, giving us the treat of one of the hottest summers ever. Here in the Fresno, California area,…
Above Normal Temperatures Through the End of 2017
…and Oklahoma. Meanwhile, the rest of the country is equally split between normal, above normal, and below normal chances for precipitation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NFU Urges a No Vote on Health Care Plan
…out-of-pocket costs. Johnson says the proposed plan would create instability in the markets and force insurance carriers to raise their premiums. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Proposed Guest Worker Plan to Replace H-2A Worker Program
…unique needs of farmers and ranchers as well as the importance of getting perishable commodities to market in an efficient manner.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Is NAFTA Renegotiation Slowing Other Trade Deals?
…with NAFTA. However, groups like the National Pork Producers Council and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association want the Trump administration to push ahead with other trade agreements in order to…
California Receives Funding to Boost Small Business Exports
…markets for California’s exports include Mexico, Canada, and China. “On average, more than 25 percent of California’s agricultural production is exported,” said California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Secretary…
AFBF Submits Regulatory Reform Priorities
…opportunity to ease the overregulation burden on farmers and ranchers. Change That’s Paul Schlegel, AFBF’s Director of Environment and Energy Policy. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Perdue Urges State Foresters to Call on Congress to Fix Fire Funding Problem
…so prevention programs are not raided. Secretary Perdue made his remarks earlier today at the National Association of State Foresters’ annual meeting in Charleston, West Virginia. “Every one of you…
Entomologist Frank Zalom Delivers 2017 ARS B. Y. Morrison Memorial Lecture at ASHS Conference
…brought into play, Zalom explained. Under Zalom’s guidance, the University of California Integrated Pest Management Program became recognized as the premier program of its type as he reinforced the need…
USDA Trade Mission to Expand Export Opportunities for U.S. Agriculture in Brazil
…Missouri, Texas 16. Renewable Fuels Association, Washington, D.C. 17. That Crazy Bee Guy, Springfield, Ohio 18. United Dairymen of Arizona, Tempe, Ariz. 19. United Global Enterprises, LLC, Marietta, Ga. 20….
Every Winery Needs a Dog
…animals, sniff out the harmful critters and pests before a harvest, and actually help vineyards cut down on the use of machinery, pesticides and other chemicals. California, which produces about…
W. H. and GOP Leaders Considering Ditching Estate Tax Repeal
…The Republican conference is meeting this weekend, and Wolff says AFBF expects details of a proposal could be released early next week. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…