The safety organization, Farm Safety for Just Kids, has closed its doors. After 30 years of advocating safety on the farm, the board of the organization has voted to disband…
Land Grant Universities Compiling Animal Feed Database
…used by organizations in more than 30 countries, including the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. Find more information here: https://nanp-nrsp-9.org/ From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
FDA Memo Urges ‘Reset’ on Nutrition Goals
…problems in the U.S. have nutritional causes.” The review was completed in December of 2014 but never released to the public. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
The California Kitchen: Espagnole Sauce
…Beef Stock/Broth Salt/Pepper To get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. The California Kitchen For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch…
Pacific Region Fruit & Nut Review
California non-citrus fruits and nuts: In Madera County, apricots and pluots were harvested. Orchards continued to be mowed and/or sprayed for weeds. In Fresno County, growers reported continued mitigating practices…
CA Nitrogen Assessment Brings Improvement Opportunities
…California. According to the California Nitrogen Assessment, excess nitrogen in the state comes primarily from agriculture and fossil fuel combustion. The report, published by UC Press, offers a scientific foundation…
CA Free of TB Testing for Cattle Movement
Federal restrictions lifted on movement of cattle California has regained its “accredited-free” status for bovine tuberculosis (TB), allowing cattle and bison to move to other states without the federal requirement…
Program Preserves Ag Land for Climate Benefits
…benefits to California communities. “The investment in protecting nearly 19,000 acres of California agricultural lands in this funding period is a monumental step forward in the State’s efforts to fight…
Pecan Marketing Order Increases Interest
…nut in front of consumers. Pecan Marketing Order Increases Interest There’s a lot going on in California’s pecan industry. The recent California pecan conference had good turnout from growers, which…
Multi-Party Water Exchange Will Benefit Donner Lake
…(California and Nevada), tribal and local agencies to address unique and challenging water management issues. This week, parties to TROA exhibited flexibility and cooperation by agreeing to a series of…
Shop Smarter at Farmers Markets
…Market. That story’s ahead on This Land of Ours. Shop Smarter at Farmers Markets From: Modern Farmer 7 Ways to Shop Smarter at the Farmers Market By Dan Nosowitz, author,…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for August 10
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…
First-half Pork, Beef Export Volumes Ahead of Last Year
…U.S. Meat Export Federation says June also marked the second consecutive month of solid year-over-year volume growth. Pork exports reached 187,900 metric tons in June, up eight percent from a…
Farm Tech Investing Dips after Record Year
…also comes as weak grain prices put pressure on farmers’ incomes and corporate profits. Investment slipped in the drones and robotics and food e-commerce categories, while soil and crop technology…