The unrelenting triple-digit heat streak in many valleys of California is starting to affect crops. Burford Ranch said last week that they are finally seeing the effects in the Central…
EU Insists Agriculture Not a Part of Trade Truce with Trump
…mentioned in the statement that came out Thursday. “The joint statement shows no mention of agriculture, as such you’ll see a mention of farmers and a mention of soybeans, which…
Trump to Approve Year-Round E15 Soon
…it mildly.” Pro-ethanol group Growth Energy says, “We are pleased to hear President Trump say he’s ‘very close’ to making E15 available year-round, fulfilling his promise to America’s farmers.” Growth…
Bankers: Farmers Want Trade Not Handouts
Following the president’s announcement of a $12 billion trade assistance package to farmers, the nation’s bankers echoed farmer sentiments, saying producers want free trade and not handouts. A Farm Journal…
Agri View: Genetically, What is a Fruit?
…Spain. Not California. Not Florida. I read from a 3 page list of other uncommon, and mostly unknown, facts about fruits and vegetables. Those that everybody eat at one time…
Coalition Urges State Board to Reject ‘Unimpaired Flows’ Plan
…board to renew efforts for voluntary agreements with affected water users. “This unified response from groups representing farmers, ranchers, and urban and rural residents alike demonstrates the impact the water…
Secretary Perdue Statement on EJC Ruling on Genome Editing
…consumers, potential benefits include healthier, higher-quality foods at affordable prices. For farmers, they include improvements in productivity, plant and animal health, and environmental sustainability. “The global regulatory treatment of genome-edited…
The California Kitchen: Perfect al dente 1 Minute Vegetables
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Perfect al dente 1 Minute Vegetables with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Perfect al…
Ag Committee Leaders Meet to Discuss Farm Bill
…working to provide American farmers and families with the certainty and predictability they need and deserve.” An aide involved in the talks say the four have agreed to weekly phone…
Study: Farmers Will Buy Less Crop Insurance if it Costs More
…hinder farmers ability to run sustainable operations, it will push many farmers out of crop insurance and out of the business.” The findings are quite a bit different from past…
Agri View: Imported Invasive Disease Problems
…talks about invasive disease problems, which have been imported through natural causes, for farmers in today’s Agri View. Imported Invasive Disease Problems I mentioned several times, once just recently, about…
The California Kitchen: Sauce Bolognese
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Sauce Bolognese with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 5 T Garlic Infused Olive Oil 1…
USDA Invests in Projects to Spur Innovation in Grazing Lands, Organic Systems and Soil Health
…uses field measurements and remote sensing data to assess the impacts of grazing. The results will be integrated into the web-based Climate Engine Rangeland Tool that ranchers and land managers…
Almond Update: Curtis Retiring, Recounts Greatest Accomplishments
The Almond Board of California (ABC) will be saying goodbye to a longtime fixture, at least on a full-time basis, as Bob Curtis will be retiring to a consultant role….