…his committee will include a strong crop insurance component, and he will work to fight off attempts to weaken crop insurance. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Agri View: Florida Peaches
Everett Griner talks about Florida peaches, possible a new crop for Florida, in today’s Agri View. I recently did an article about Georgia farmers growing citrus fruit. Well, now I…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Spare Rib with Peanut Chipotle Sauce
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Smoked Spare Rib with Peanut Chipotle Sauce with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C…
Almond Board: Election Deadline Feb. 14
Elections remain open for several board positions for the Almond Board of California. Government Affairs Analyst Bunnie Ibrahim said growers have a week left to make their vote count and…
More Depart from Grocery Manufacturers Association
More companies are departing the Grocery Manufacturers Association. Politico reports that the Kraft Heinz Company and DowDuPont are the latest to part ways with the association. The two companies join…
Canada Offering Livestock Producers Tax Relief
…deferral “will help producers manage the impacts of the adverse weather, while focussing on rebuilding their herds in the coming year.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
New Records for U.S. Beef Export Value, Pork Export Volume in 2017
…point from a year ago. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service. from USMEF: 2017 was a record-breaking year for U.S. red meat exports, with beef export value…
CME Group Mulling Changes to Corn and Soy Contracts
…prices at delivery points along the Illinois River when the futures contracts are expiring. But, some have not in recent months. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Lobbyist Suggest Cotton, Dairy Fixes in Disaster Bill
…provisions. House Agriculture Committee Chair Mike Conaway earlier this week said fixes for cotton and dairy should be part of any must-pass legislation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
DPR Takes Action Against Stores Supplying Cannabis Growers for Violation of Pesticide Laws
…specifically for use on cannabis. Information about legal ways to control pests in California can be found on Cannabis and Pesticides. More resources can be found at California Cannabis Portal….
The Western View: Temperance Flattened?
The staff of the California Water Commission sure burst a bubble this week. They told the voters that their voice isn’t very important to them. In 2014, the voters approved…
The California Kitchen: Cilantro Yogurt with Sweet Potato Steak Fries
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Cilantro Yogurt with Sweet Potato Steak Fries with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C…
Other Uses for Coffee Grounds in Your Garden
…favorably – especially when mixed with the soil at planting time. The use of fresh coffee grounds are thought to suppress weeds too. Sprinkling dry, fresh grounds around plants (and…
Almond Matters: Extending Bloom with An Aerial Application
…very excited about getting both the fixed wing and rotary aircraft added to our label.” The cost and availability of labor continue to be an issue for California growers and…