…California,” Johansson noted. “You have a very powerful voice.” Farm Bureau provides a multitude of pathways for farmers to further develop their skill set as a leader within the industry….
Details of Risk Management Programs for Hemp Producers Announced
…for hemp producers, visit farmers.gov/hemp to read farmers.gov frequently asked questions. For more information on the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program, visit USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Services’ website to read AMS frequently asked…
Almond Update: Bee Friendly Farming Teaming Up With CASP
The California Almond Sustainability Program (CASP) will strengthen its honey bee health practices by furthering its relationship with the Pollinator Partnership. Bee Friendly Farming is a certification the partnership has…
Citrus Growers Weathering Freezing Temperatures
A cold front recently moved into California this week, creating some concern among the citrus industry as many areas experienced freezing temperatures. The citrus industry has been fortunate up to…
Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. New Ads Address Myths About Beef
…contractor to the Beef Checkoff, we are using the dollars of beef farmers and ranchers to ensure consumers, media, chefs, dietitians and food service and retail partners have the facts…
Questions Remain as AB-5 Implementation Takes Shape
…you handle that?” said Bryan Little, Director of Employment Policy for the California Farm Bureau Federation and COO for the Farm Employers Labor Service. “Some things are going to be…
Almond Matters: Making Plans for Using A Plant Growth Regulator
…how they will impact the approaching bloom period for almonds. With fairly mild temperatures forecasted for much of California, bloom may be coming quickly and growers will want to optimize…
CSU-Bakersfield to Establish Grimm Family Center for Agricultural Business
A new ag business facility is coming to California State University-Bakersfield. The CSU Board of Trustees recently approved the establishment of the Grimm Family Center for Agricultural Business at the…
Secretary Perdue on President Trump’s State of the Union Address
…a brighter future for America’s patriotic farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers. The great American comeback that he has been laying the groundwork for is in full force, and the best…
Thousands Gather for Annual Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show
…state of our industry, as well as providing a platform to discuss important issues impacting individual ranchers.” The convention will deliver an impressive speaker lineup which includes U.S. Department of…
The Western View: History and Lesser-known World Ag Expo Facts
…and three semi-trailer truckloads of electrical equipment brought in. The “People Movers” are made ready – these used to be baggage carts at a southern California airport. Volunteers bought the…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Cauliflower Veloute
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Smoked Cauliflower Veloute with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 4 T Vegetable Oil 3 oz…
Third MFP Payment Coming This Week
…trade retaliation. President Trump has shown time and again that he is fighting for America’s farmers and ranchers and this third tranche of 2019 MFP payments is proof,” Secretary Perdue…
California Cattle Council Seeking Industry Input on Strategic Plan
The California Cattle Council (Council) is encouraging industry members to participate in a survey to help guide the process for developing its strategic plan. The purpose of the online survey…