The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture said ‘rumors’ in California hurt the last significant immigration reform opportunity. Following his talk at the Forbes AgTech Summit in Salinas, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue fielded…
Winegrape Assessment Rate Reduced by a Third for 2019
The annual winegrape assessment rate is officially being reduced after being approved by California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross. At the last meeting held on June 17…
SWEEP Prop Funding Keeps Program Alive
A vital water efficiency incentive program didn’t get state funding this year but still has funding. The State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program, also known as SWEEP, was not included in California’s…
The California Kitchen: White Cheddar Grits Untamed
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing White Cheddar Grits Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Grits/ Quick Grits…
Secretary Perdue Praises Farming Innovations at Forbes AgTech Summit
…that to the ground floor of producers, to understand the new technology here.” Many of the technologies being developed for agricultural application are going to rely on consistent internet access….
A One of a Kind Collection Reaches a Major Milestone
…pests, illnesses and fertility problems. Producers and breeders also need to be able to respond to changing consumer demands. The collection is made up of samples of sperm, embryos, and…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 07-02-19
…to say about the progress of the agriculture industry while on his visit to California. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 07-01-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the increase of domestic sales of California wines in…
Global Livestock Show Worth The Trip – Sommet De L’Elevage
U.S. cattle and livestock producers interested in keeping up with their industry in other parts of the world first-hand should consider a visit to one of the world’s largest and…
The California Kitchen: Watermelon Salad
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Watermelon Salad with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 Qt Compressed Watermelon Jalapeno Olive Oil…
USDA Adds Flexibility for Cover Crop Management in Crop Year 2020
…new guidelines will provide more flexibility for our customers who want to plant cover crops to meet their production and conservation goals for their farms.” Producers now know up front…
USDA Research is Driving Technological Innovation
USDA scientists and researchers reported 320 new inventions in 2018 (Salinas, California — USDA) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Technology Transfer Report (PDF, 14.9 MB),…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 06-28-19
…debt, hemp production in California and the considerations that come with it and the Seeds for Bees Program which now is open for enrollment. Also, Secretary Sonny Perdue is making…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 06-27-19
…for California’s FFA organization. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…