Prather Ranch is owned and managed by Jim, Mary and James Rickert. Located in Northern California, Prather Ranch is a sustainable, 30,000-acre cattle, hay and farming operation. Cattle are raised…
House Farm Bill Dormant Amid Immigration Dispute
…Republicans are attempting to force a vote on a proposal to protect the immigrant students without legal status, known as Dreamers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
USDA Official Hopeful by Recent Trade Advancements with China
…potential deal with China, that: “They will purchase from our great American farmers practically as much as our farmers can produce.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
China Promises to Buy More American Agricultural Goods
…over the weekend didn’t specify whether or not the two countries would back off on penalties already imposed relating to the administration’s steel and aluminum tariffs. From the National Association…
Administration Focusing on Good, Not Quick, NAFTA 2.0
…focused on deadlines.” Mexico’s chief negotiator says the three countries have agreed on nine of about 30 chapters in the agreement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
John Deere Raising Prices to Cover Steel Costs
…models. The company predicts overall sales of farm and construction equipment will increase by 33 percent this year to $33.7 billion. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Consumers Buy More Organic in 2017
More of America’s grocery carts were filled with organic products in 2017. The Organic Trade Association’s 2018 Industry Survey shows consumers were buying everything from organic produce and organic ice…
New ‘Got Jobs?’ Campaign Demonstrates Dairy’s Substantial Impact on US Economy, States and Local Communities
…of dairy’s economic engine. The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC), the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) and the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) are collaborating to create the new “Got…
The California Kitchen: Tomato Coulis
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Tomato Coulis with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C Tomato Sauce 1/4 C Sugar…
Sometimes Old Technology is the Best Solution
…down to the pump. Water hammer effect in action at the supply reservoir. Overflow water from the pump does not go to waste. Image credit: Images courtesy of USDA/NRCS California….
Celebrating National Strawberries and Cream Day
Today, you get to celebrate America’s favorite fruit. Cathy Isom lets you know why you’ll want some fresh strawberries and whip cream today. That’s coming up on This Land of…
Farm Income, Credit, Weakening
…customer cash-flow shortages. And, despite a recent uptick in commodity prices, cash-flow shortages have reinforced concerns about liquidity in agricultural lending. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
China Drops Investigations, Top Market for Sorghum Reopens
…immediately, the announcement comes roughly a month before the U.S. sorghum harvest is set to begin, boding well for new-crop sales. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Syngenta Settlement Details Announced
…production facilities who submitted eligible claims. The court will hold a hearing in November to consider whether to approve the settlement. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….