…the efforts to hammer out a deal. Trudeau says on television that Canada won’t sign any agreement that isn’t too Canada’s advantage. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Roberts Asks Conaway, Peterson, to Remain in Washington
…after the election,” he said to reporters. “I don’t know for sure.” The Senate reconvenes on Monday at 5:30 p.m., Eastern Time. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
ASF Found in Belgium and Spreading in China
…association website Meating Place Dot Com says the country’s food safety agency has found the virus in two wild boars in the southern part of the country. Belgian authorities are…
Organic Production Project to Evaluate Advantages of No-Till Farming
…addressing soil erosion issues, but California farmers do not have a lot of experience with reduced disturbance techniques. Mitchell noted his excitement for the project and the important questions it…
The California Kitchen: Vegetarian Lasagna
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Vegetarian Lasagna with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 Whole Tomatoes 2 Zucchinis 4 T…
California Navel Oranges Forecast to Rebound in 2018-19
…the 703 utilized groves, 11 were in Madera County, 126 were in Fresno County, 407 were in Tulare County, and 159 were in Kern County. 2018-19 California Navel Orange Objective…
Farm Bill Passage On-time Uncertain
…her and other Democrats are “Against approving the farm bill.” However, Stabenow and Roberts have said work requirements will not pass the Senate. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News…
Trump Administration Seeking China Trade Talks
…removing the retaliatory tariffs China has placed on U.S. agriculture is considered positive, as China is looking elsewhere to fulfill import needs. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Global Hunger Continues to Increase
…extremes such as droughts and floods, are among the key drivers behind the rise in hunger, together with conflict and economic slowdowns. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Agri View: Grape Production and Consumption
…you are talking about California grapes, that is almost correct. The grape industry is changing. In the first place, California is not the only place where grapes are grown. It…
State Ag Officials Voice Concerns with Trade Approach
State agriculture officials say the Trump administration needs to aggressively seek market access across the globe, while expressing concerns with the administration’s trade agenda. The National Association of State Departments…
WASDE Predicts Second-largest Corn Crop, Record Soybean Crop
…range is unchanged at the midpoint of $5.10 per bushel and the range is narrowed $0.20 per bushel to $4.70 to $5.50. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Almond Update: Crisis Management Always Important
Even when times are busy, like during harvest, crisis management should be in the back of the minds of everyone in the almond industry. Almond Board of California’s Senior Director…
USDA Says Meat and Animal Product Exports up in 2018
…exports grew at levels on par with pork, while broiler meat and egg exports grew by only two and one percent, respectively. Source: National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….