…additional agricultural inspectors represents a top priority for the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC). “For more than a year, NPPC has advocated for more agricultural inspectors at our borders,” said…
Almond Matters: Being Prepared for a Flash Bloom
…and is no longer receptive.” After the recent cold front that swept through California, daytime temperatures for much of the state are expected to hit the upper 60’s this week. …
CBB Announces New Officers at 2020 Cattle Industry Convention
(CBB) — Cattle producers Jared Brackett, Hugh Sanburg and Norman Voyles, Jr. are the new leaders of the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion & Research Board (CBB). This officer team is responsible…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 02-07-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the conflict between SGMA and California water rules. Get…
Conflict Between SGMA and California Water Rules
Some of the California water regulations may be at odds with some of the provisions of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). The guidelines established under the Waters of the…
Farm Bureau Roadshow Highlights Value of Industry Unity
President of the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) Jamie Johansson highlighted the value that Farm Bureau provides for the industry at the Farm Bureau Roadshow that was recently held at…
Details of Risk Management Programs for Hemp Producers Announced
…producers in certain counties in Alabama, California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and…
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…
NCBA Unveils Top Policy Priorities For 2020
…in the U.S. House and Senate to end deceptive labeling of plant-based fake meat. “America’s cattle producers have made tremendous and historic progress on the policy front over the past…
More than 1,000 Attend Cattlemen’s College
…educational events, helping cattle producers make their operations more efficient and successful. Since first established, Cattlemen’s College has been sponsored by Zoetis Animal Health. A live demonstration, Taking the Mystery out…
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…