…of the CFAP changes include expanded eligibility for contract producers of broilers, chicken eggs, turkeys, laying hens, and swine. Producers that experienced a decline in revenue in 2020 have the…
USDA Announces Hemp Final Rule, Formalizing Regulatory Requirements
…and from your experiences over a growing season to develop regulations that meet Congressional intent while providing a fair, consistent, science-based process for states, tribes and individual producers. USDA staff…
The California Kitchen: Spanish Paella 2021
Spanish Paella 2021 In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Spanish Paella 2021 with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 3 T Vegetable…
Industry Call for Produce Safety Research Funding
…the campaign and the produce industry has already responded promisingly. $5 million has been donated by over 30 groups including associations such as Western Growers, the California Avocado Commission and…
Deadline for CFBF Scholarship Applications Coming Up February 1
The deadline to submit an application for scholarship opportunities through the California Farm Bureau Scholarship Foundation is coming up soon. A total of 40 scholarships were awarded last year to students all…
FARMER Program Receives Significant Support in Budget Proposal
…So that’s a substantial chunk of change. It’s going to help replace a lot of tractors and harvesters.” The FARMER program has been instrumental in helping producers replace older equipment….
Farm City Newsday Monday, 01-18-21
…a new pecan promotion order that strengthens marketing abilities, and the next phase of California’s vaccination plan that includes farm workers. Tune in to the show for these news stories,…
Week in Review: Ag Support in Newsom Budget, Deadline Nearing for Ag Order 4.0
…for adoption quickly approaches. The latest COVID relief package includes some important assistance opportunities for livestock producers. More than $70 million has been allocated by the U.S. Department of Agriculture…
USDA Urged to Prioritize Agricultural Worker Safety
…to ensure the well-being of our agricultural producers and workforce.” H.R.133, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, directs USDA to spend at least $1.5 billion on two specific areas of…
The California Kitchen: Cured Ahi Tuna
Cured Ahi Tuna In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Cured Ahi Tuna with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 LB AA…
Comprehensive Publication on California Rangeland Available from UC ANR
The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) has released a new publication on rangeland. The Ecology and Management of Annual Rangeland Series is a 200-page publication that’s made available…
Key PPP Changes in Most Recent COVID Relief Package
…that would have treated PPP loans issued over this past year as taxable income,” said Kirk Wilbur, Vice President of Government Affairs at the California Cattlemen’s Association. “It really does…
The Western View: That Controversial President Richard Nixon
…for agricultural publications since the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine. His commentary “The Western View” is a regular feature on Farm City Newsday and AgNet…
CDFA Looking for Proposals for the Fertilizer Research and Education Program
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting proposals for the Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP). Since it was first formed back in 1990, FREP has…