Crop and livestock reports are very important for the agriculture industry to track their progress and get statistics on specific commodities. It is safe to say that these reports are…
Senate Passes $1 Trillion Infrastructure Investment Package
…will ensure farmers can continue to keep this nation fed.” Of particular interest to California farmers and ranchers is the $8 billion in funding for Western water infrastructure. The Infrastructure…
Transfer Tax Provision of American Families Plan Causes Alarm
Several concerns are being raised in relation to President Joe Biden’s American Families Plan, particularly something being referred to as a “transfer tax.” Former Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-11-21
…make shopping at farmers’ markets more shopper inclusive and the consumption of California prunes has stayed strong throughout pandemic challenges. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes,…
San Diego Quarantined After First HLB Discovery in the County
Northern San Diego County has been placed under quarantine by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) after the discovery of Huanglongbing in the area. HLB has been detected…
Best Companion Plants When Planting Broccoli in the Garden
Vegetables growing in a garden including Broccoli, Rhubarb, Cabbage and Red Cabbage The best companion plants when planting broccoli in your home garden. That’s coming up on This Land of…
New USDA Reports Aimed at Increasing Cattle Market Transparency
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has begun producing two new USDA reports for the livestock industry. Beginning on August 9, industry members now have access to the new National…
Health Bite: Diet Myths
Over the years, bad advice and diet myths have thrown off track many people in pursuit of better health. Hi, I’m Rachel Eslick with your Ag Net West Health Bite….
Weedy Rice Workshop Provides Important Updates to Growers
The 2021 Weedy Rice Workshop in Yuba City provided industry members with some insight into the latest efforts to address the issue. Researchers and personnel from the California Rice Commission…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-10-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including staying vigilant for wildfire smoke symptoms amongst your employees…
Delicious and Nutritious Leafy Greens to Grow in the Home Garden
Some of most delicious and nutritious leafy greens to grow at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Leafy greens bring so much flavor to your table, why…
Industry Groups Urge Congressional Support for Climate-Smart Agriculture
A coalition of a dozen agricultural and conservation groups are encouraging lawmakers to broaden support for climate-smart agriculture. Last week a letter was sent by the coalition to the leadership…
Agricultural Overtime: ‘Nail in the Coffin’ for Sheep Industry
…AB 1066 will essentially eliminate the sheep industry in California. “It will mean a 50 percent increase in wage overhead for those employers. At the end of the day, what…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 08-09-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering berries taking the top spot for fresh organic produce…