…California Citrus Mutual estimates Central Valley citrus growers spent a total of $25.1 million in frost protection this weekend alone to protect the region’s $2.5 billion crop. In sum, temperatures…
Is 2017 A Turnaround Year For Farmers
…that’s at it’s highest level in 14 years. MetLife, a major farm mortgage lender, feels that as farmers cut acreage and supplies drop, prices could rise. U.S. farmers are predicted…
Alternate Asian Trade Pact Gains Traction
…the deal last week and Australia is still moving ahead to ratify the agreement. Vietnam is also showing interest in proceeding. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
E.U.-Canada Trade Deal In Trouble Again
…are skeptical any progress is being made due to the stubbornness of E.U. negotiators regarding various parts of the potential agreement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
China Will Deal With Trade Dispute Appropriately
…step, as well as ongoing work in China, will continue to support a long-term and mutually beneficial trading relationship with China. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Panel Hears EPA Testimony on Glyphosate
…development was done incorrectly. A number of farmers and representatives from the agriculture industry also testified before the Scientific Advisory Panel. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
President Signs Water Bill with Drought Provisions
A national water bill with drought provisions for California was signed into law which means increased water deliveries to San Joaquin Valley and Southern California farms and businesses. President Barrack…
Survey Shows Potential Cost of Ag Labor Pay Laws
…the new laws, Western Growers conducted a survey of its California members to capture the business decisions they are now planning and the impact on farmworkers and farm businesses. Western…
The California Kitchen: Beans
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing beans with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: Pinto Beans 1 onion 3 Carrots 3 Celery…
NFU Board Calls on Congress to Assist Struggling Dairy Producers
…and to refund dairy Margin Protection Program premiums. “U.S. dairy farmers are experiencing an extended period of very low milk prices which, unless corrected, will force thousands of farmers out…
Funding for Smart Technology Innovations in Agriculture
…2014 Farm Bill. “Data driven analytical tools throughout the food supply chain—from production through processing, transportation, and food storage—will allow us to make smarter decisions that can promote efficient food…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for December 16
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Dairy Organizations Applaud Congressional Letter to FDA
…and the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), which thanked lawmakers for speaking out on the issue. In a letter written by Reps. Mike Simpson (R-ID) and Peter Welch (D-VT), and…
Idaho Governor May Be Next Ag Secretary
…President of potato giant Simplot International, traveling to more than 80 countries. Read the Biography of Idaho Governor C.L. “Butch” Otter. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….