…matters impacting beginning farmers and ranchers, including access to land and capital, recruitment and retention of farmers and ranchers, and more,” Perdue wrote in Bailey’s appointment letter. “Your role is…
Fresno County Leads California as Top Agricultural County
…and state, depends on agriculture. California’s farmers and ranchers are amazingly productive, as well as the caretakers of over 24.5 million acres in the state.” Fresno County was routinely the…
The Reality of the Beef Checkoff
…on the continuation of the program – which was passed by 79% of farmers and ranchers. The Beef Checkoff as we know it came life in 1988. Copies of both…
The California Kitchen: Croque Madame
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Croque Madame with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 8 Slices of Brioche Bread 4 T…
The Changing Demographics of Farming
…and county-level data profiles highlight the changing demographic of agriculture. The data lists a total of nearly 71,000 farms throughout the state of California. More than 42,000 of those farms…
California Sued for Violating Constitution with Proposition 12
…spend millions more just to access California markets,” Meat Institute President and CEO Julie Anna Potts said in a statement. “If this unconstitutional law is allowed to stand, California will…
California Receives Nearly $28 Million for Dairy Margin Coverage
…Wisconsin has the largest number of farmers signed up for the program. According to an analysis from the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), dairy farmers would have only received a…
President Trump Signs U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement. Ag Groups Respond
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9LBfZsPLJ64 American Farm Bureau Federation Farmers and Ranchers Celebrate Japanese Trade Deal, Look Forward to More (AFBF-Oct. 7, 2019) — President Trump signed the U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement, which is an important…
USDA Opens 2020 Enrollment for Dairy Margin Coverage Program
…opened signup today for the program that helps producers manage economic risk brought on by milk price and feed cost disparities. “We know it’s tough out there for American farmers,…
USDA Announces Support for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers
…veteran farmers and ranchers. This funding is available through the USDA’s Outreach and Assistance for Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers Program (also known as the…
Producers Discouraged by Sec. Perdue’s Sentiment Toward Small Farms
…there is a growing level of concern among small farmers and ranchers. Many farmers worry that the current agricultural landscape is accelerating the amount of consolidation in the industry. During…
Highlighting the Value of Pistachios Through Community Engagement
Miss California Eileen Kim taking pictures with the public while promoting pistachios Pistachio Macaroons Participating in community events such as farmers’ markets offer an opportunity to engage with consumers on…
The California Kitchen: Lemonade
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Lemonade with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 Qts Mineral Water 3 C Sugar 2…
Ag Groups Respond to Trump Administration Announcement Upholding the RFS
…farmers weren’t shy in telling the President that the impact of these waivers would lead to significant consequences for farmers, folks working at ethanol and biodiesel plants, and the countless…