…U.S. agricultural commodities in important export markets, which could hurt U.S. farmers. A new report released by the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources’ Agricultural Issues Center estimates the…
Chlorpyrifos Registrations Dead in 60 Days
…restricted-use material. According to the California Department of Pesticide Regulation, the agricultural industry has significantly reduced the amount of chlorpyrifos being used in farming operations after decades of use. However,…
Water Works: Moving Toward Better Water Stability
In today’s Water Works, brought to you by AquiMax, California is not known for its water stability, but continued efforts have the potential to make water supplies significantly more manageable….
Farm Bureau Ag Innovation Challenge Offers Startup Funds for Entrepreneurs
…businesses in the following categories are encouraged to apply: Ag technologies; Agritourism; CSAs, farmers’ markets, food stands and food hubs; Farms, ranches, greenhouses, managed forests, aquaponics, cut flowers, herbs, honey…
Celebrating National Lemon Meringue Pie Day
…countries, besides India, Argentina, Spain and Iran. California, Arizona, and Texas are the top lemon producing states. A one ounce serving of Lemon Meringue will cost you about 81 calories,…
Water Storage Funding a Long Overdue Step in the Right Direction
The water storage funding that was recently approved will go a long way in addressing the future water needs of communities throughout California. Multiple years of discussion finally culminated in…
Poultry Facilities Recognized for Safety Performance
…The other categories included “Award of Honor” and “Award of Merit.” Award of Distinction Butterball LLC Huntsville, AR – Processing Cargill California, MO – Feed Mill Cobb-Vantress, Inc. Fayetteville, AR…
Agri View: Tension Affecting Farm Exports
…think it is the trade war and the tariff issue that has affected our soybean exports. Whatever the reason, it has a strong impact on U.S. soybean exports. Farmers are…
The California Kitchen: Homemade Hash Browns
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Homemade Hash Browns with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C Cooked Potato 4 T…
USDA Adds New Tools, Resources to Farmers.gov to Aid Producers
…we want to help you get the help you need.” New additions to the site – being built for farmers, by farmers – include a farmers.gov portal for secure business…
China: U.S. Agriculture May Never Bounce Back
…from the U.S. with “limited impact” on China due to diversified import sources. China’s vice agriculture minister also claimed that Chinese companies had “basically stopped” importing soybeans from U.S. farmers…
Bayer Takes Market Hit from Glyphosate Ruling
…part of a lawsuit alleging glyphosate causes cancer. While Bayer says the verdict is “at odds with the weight of scientific evidence,” the ruling by a California Jury claimed glyphosate,…
Sorghum Growers Disappointed in Chlorpyrifos Ruling
…evaluated and approved in 79 countries around the world and extensive studies “strongly point to a reduced risk product that should remain in the toolbox of American farmers.” NSP offered…
Agri View: Domestic Grapes Still in Demand
…not for California there would not be a grape crop. It isn’t the grapes that makes it a vital crop. It is the by-product. You know what that is? No,…