Despite the uncertainty surrounding trade relations between the United States and China, California rice will be headlining to China for the first time ever. A deal was reached between Sun…
Voluntary Best Practices to Better Protect Citrus from HLB
…presented by the Citrus Research Board and the University of California Cooperative Extension. Grafton-Cardwell, who participated in the task force responsible for developing the recommendations, noted that the attendees were…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 07-10-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering China purchasing rice from California for the first time,…
The California Kitchen: Braised Kalbi Short Ribs
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Braised Kalbi Short Ribs with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 8 USDA Prime Short Ribs…
Bill to Fix Friant-Kern Canal Continues Forward Progress
The bill that will provide support for necessary repairs to the Friant-Kern Canal is continuing to make forward progress in the California legislature. Senate Bill 559 (SB-559), authored by Senator…
NCBA, State Affiliates Urge Congress to Ratify USMCA
…“American cattle producers need to maintain our unrestricted, duty-free access to markets in Canada and Mexico, and that’s exactly what USMCA would guarantee us,” said NCBA President Jennifer Houston. “Jeopardizing…
Optimism for Adopting Voluntary Approach to California’s Water Goals
…through and that we see these voluntary agreements adopted,” Wade said. Another concerning factor in addressing California’s water goals is the introduction of Senate Bill 1 (SB-1) the California Environmental,…
Bumblebees Classified as Fish in Endangered Species Petition
A petition from the Xerces Society and the Defenders of Wildlife is calling for the consideration of four bumblebee species to be classified for protection under the California Endangered Species…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 07-08-19
…on the issue, how cover crops could save producers money with beekeepers and crowdfunding a farming operation. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
The Western View: The Best Lawman in the Old West
…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 West. Sponsored…
Almond Update: Objective Measurement Report Forecasts 2.2 Billion Pounds
The 2019 California Almond Objective Measurement Report was released by the National Agricultural Statistics Service this week, and the forecast is down 12 percent from the subjective forecast in May. The report…
Perdue Compares China Actions to College World Series
When asked about current tariff situations, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue likened fair trade practices to the College World Series. AgNet West asked USDA’s top official if American producers need to…
Cover Crops Are Site-Specific
…opened their Seeds for Bees program where producers can get cover crop seed and training for free to try out on their land. Director of Pollinator Programs Billy Synk said…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 07-03-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering what USDA’s Secretary Sonny Perdue thought about California’s missed…