…China is the largest buyer of U.S. sorghum products, purchasing more than $900 million worth last year. National Sorghum Producers released a statement Tuesday, saying U.S. sorghum producers and exporters…
Thune Seeks Livestock Indemnity Program Changes
…their toll on young livestock in several states. Thune alleges that some producers have been denied assistance through the program, as USDA says the producers lacked proper management protocols and…
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Announces Farm Bill Priorities
…crop producers across the nation are united in providing consumers with healthy eating options by expanding the consumption of fruits and vegetables, bolstering research and pest management and supporting grower…
The California Kitchen: Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1.5 C Roasted Garlic Olive Oil…
Monitoring for New Problematic Weed Species in Rice
California rice growers will need to be on the lookout for two new problematic weed species this year. One of the species is called rough barnyardgrass (Echinochloa muricata) and the…
Farm Credit Administration Releases Quarterly Report
…animal receipts down from last year. The report says profit margins for corn and soybean producers are expected to be at or just above breakeven, with prices remaining near current…
Agri View: Turkey Production
…turkeys and turkey egg, production looks about 10 percent less than last year. Like all farm production forecast reflect the prices producers expect. As well as those of the previous…
The California Kitchen: Asparagus and Bacon Puree
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Asparagus and Bacon Puree with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 C Asparagus Puree 1…
House Members from Across the Country Praise 2018 Farm Bill
…program. I look forward to marking up next week’s Farm Bill with a full and open amendment process.” – Rep. Vicky Hartzler (MO-04) “Producers across America and the 1st District…
The California Kitchen: Amazing Untamed Kale
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Untamed Kale with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 2 T Olive Oil TT S+P 3…
Argentina Market Now Open To U.S. Pork
With strong support and input from the National Pork Producers Council, the United States and Argentina this week finalized an export certificate that allows the U.S. pork industry to ship…
Avocado Museum Educates and Fascinates
While planning your vacation this summer, plan a trip to California. Cathy Isom tells us a bit about a one-of-a-kind way to celebrate and also educate yourself about a popular…
Farm bill discussions will affect all Californians
Noting that programs in new federal farm legislation have the potential to benefit everyone in California, the leader of the California Farm Bureau Federation welcomed today’s release of draft legislation…
Groups React to Farm Bill Proposal
…of this farm bill must reflect the growing challenges family farmers face.” National Pork Producers Council The National Pork Producers Council hailed the House Committee on Agriculture’s inclusion in its…