…their workers provide over half the nation’s fresh fruits, vegetables and tree nuts, including nearly half of America’s fresh organic produce. Some members also farm throughout the U.S. and in…
California and Australia – a Continuing Partnership
by Karen Ross, Secretary, California Department of Food and Agriculture Ross Our visit to Australia was another step in furthering California’s commitment on climate smart agriculture. The trip not only…
Western Growers Applauds Senate Ag Committee Perdue Vote
…members and their workers provide over half the nation’s fresh fruits, vegetables and tree nuts, including nearly half of America’s fresh organic produce. Some members also farm throughout the U.S….
Air Quality Discussions Include ‘No-Farm Days’
…was very aggressive, including replacement of all almond harvesters with low-emitting upgrades and the possibility of “no-farm days”. The list got a lot of people’s attention. Western Agricultural Processors Association…
Crop Rotation
…In other words, moving those fruit and veggie crops around, rather than planting them in the same location year after year. Doing so will promote healthier soil and higher productivity,…
Report Names Ag Labor in Human Trafficking List
…and 10,000 potential cases of labor exploitation. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From Polaris The Typology of Modern Slavery Agriculture & Animal Husbandry Traffickers exploit workers…
Very Early Planting Not Worth the Risks
…early planted crops. Planting very early also affects insurability, and if the crop needs to be replanted, can increase production costs. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Sonny Perdue Vote Delayed to Thursday
…his desk at the Department of Agriculture. The Senate will take a two-week Easter recess at the end of next week. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Study Find Some Confusion Regarding New Fuel Choices
…For complete survey methodologies, including weighting variables, please contact Ami Neiberger-Miller, ami@fourleafpr.com. About OPEI The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is an international trade association representing more than 100 power…
Guayule: Past Meets Future
…with molecular biologists Grisel Ponciano, Niu Dong and Dante Placido and technician Trinh Huynh—all with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in Albany, California. Last year, they delivered more than 3,000…
Trump Document Proposes Cuts to 2017 USDA, FDA Spending
…program, a $136 million cut to eliminate funding for the McGovern-Dole food program and a $49 million cut to Rural Business and Cooperative Grant Programs. From the National Association of…
Senate Ag Schedules Perdue Confirmation Vote
…at the earliest. When asked if the Senate will confirm Perdue before the Easter break, Chairman Roberts replied: “Hope springs eternal.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
The California Kitchen: Sweet Heat Chicken Mole
…California Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire, Google…
U.S. Beef Industry to President Trump: Please Help Get U.S. Beef Back into China
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association sent a coalition letter to President Donald Trump, urging him to raise the restoration of U.S. beef access to China when he meets with Chinese…