In response to today’s introduction of the California Long-Term Provisions for Water Supply and Short-Term Provisions for Emergency Drought Relief Act, several public water agencies from the Central Valley issued…
Farm Bureau Welcomes Introduction of Senate Water Bill
…the president of the California Farm Bureau Federation. “Senator Feinstein has never been shy about tackling the tough issues, and we appreciate her work to create a California water bill…
Third Farm in Ca. Awarded Top Grassfed and Animal Welfare Certification
…California to be Certified Grassfed by AWA. While other grassfed labels exist, none has fully met consumer expectations when it comes to a grassfed and forage diet, environmental management, and…
Ron Craft to Lead National Cotton Ginners Association
The Memphis-based National Cotton Ginners Association (NCGA) elected its 2016 officers on February 5 during its annual meeting in Dallas, Texas. The new slate is: president – Ron Craft, Plains,…
‘My Job Depends on Ag’ at the World Ag Expo
…well. This would make a huge difference to the farmers of California. We have “My Job Depends on Ag” decals you can purchase on our Merchandise page, to further help…
Western View: Bee Colony Collapses Cause Found?
…and UC Berkeley in California. Results were published February 5, 2016, in the journal Science. The lead author was Dr. Lena Wilfert, who is with Exeter’s Centre for Ecology and…
The California Kitchen: Kiwi Sorbet
…1 t Xanthan Gum To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen: Kiwi Sorbet For this and many more of these recipes,…
ASTA Participates in FarmNext National Summit
American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) President and CEO Andrew LaVigne joined more than 60 young farmers, policymakers and industry thought-leaders from across the nation for the FarmNext Summit in Washington,…
Pistachio Cultivar Beneficial During Low Chill
A new male pistachio cultivar is showing to be beneficial for growers during low chill years. Pistachio Cultivar Beneficial During Low Chill Attendees at University of California Department of Agriculture…
No Change in USDA’s California Citrus Crop Forecast
With the California January citrus crop forecast numbers carried over, there were no changes in the February forecast for California. The only changes made in today’s U.S. Department of Agriculture…
The California Kitchen: Kiwi Crepes
…T Butter 1 T Sugar 1 Kiwi Cleaned 1 T YST Jelly Orange Marmalade. To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen:…
Malaysian Fruit Fly Quarantine in Portion of Los Angeles County
…home grown produce sent to California. The vast majority of invasive species infestations in California occur not on farms, but in our urban and suburban residential areas. Consumers are urged…
Commentary: Farmers Must Stay Engaged in Groundwater Planning
…future is defined. Permission for use is granted by the California Farm Bureau Federation. Jack Rice is an associate counsel for the California Farm Bureau Federation. He may be reached…
Analysts Outline Changing Situation in Wine Business
…feet of trade show floor. This year marked the 22nd symposium, which is sponsored by the American Society for Enology and Viticulture and the California Association of Winegrape Growers. CAWG…