…up to date information to growers on the issues affecting the walnut industry. Registration will open at 7 a.m. with coffee and danish provided by the California Walnut Commission and…
Congress Fixing Farm Co-op Tax Change
…patrons. He says the current language picks winners and losers in the ag marketplace, which is not something that should happen. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Ag Labor Fix Tied to DACA Bill in Congress
…increase each year, which means farmers would be able to bring in 1.3 million foreign workers in farming and related industries. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Sending Extra Financial Help to Farmers in Seven States
…pilot program gives the USDA’s Farm Service Agency state offices a larger role in ensuring accurate yield calculations, which should fix data differences between counties. From the National Association of…
Possible Breakthrough in a Major NAFTA Obstacle
…sector. Freeland also says the three countries are close to agreements on several of the “bread-and-butter” issues in the NAFTA discussions. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Canada Welcomes Possible NAFTA Deadline Extension
…that adding an artificial deadline wasn’t necessary from our standpoint. I thought it was a very constructive proposal from the president.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Sunpreme Raisins Show Quality Yields with Less Labor
Ongoing research of Sunpreme raisins is exhibiting some positive results for their potential as a commercially produced variety. Growers were recently updated on the progress of the variety at the…
The California Kitchen: 3res Leches Rice Pudding
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing 3res Leches Rice Pudding with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 3 T Vegetable Oil 1…
Agri View: FFA Strong Leadership
…2017-18 National FFA Officer Team Elected at 90th National FFA Convention & Expo National FFA President: Breanna Holbert, California National FFA Secretary: Erica Baier, Iowa National FFA Central Region Vice…
Latest WASDE Report from USDA
…COTTON: This month’s 2017/18 U.S. cotton forecasts include slightly lower production and ending stocks. Production is reduced 177,000 bales due to small declines in regions outside the Delta. Ending stocks…
Governor Brown’s Proposed Budget Promotes Ag Development
…and augments the $15-$18 million put forth by Growers annually,” said California Citrus Mutual President Joel Nelsen. “Once again Governor Brown indicates his support for the California citrus industry with…
Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Issued in San Diego County
…measures 65 square miles. COURTESY: CDFA The United States Department of Agriculture, the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), and the San Diego County Agricultural Commissioner are combining their…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 01-12-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Taylor Hillman. California State Conservationist Carlos Suarez gives us an update on hurricane relief efforts from Puerto Rico…
USFRA, Leader Krotz, Part Ways
…rancher-led organizations and ag partners representing agriculture. The organization claims it is committed to helping increase confidence and trust in agriculture. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….