The Biden administration has identified four major meat processors as being largely responsible for increased consumer prices. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and National Economic Council Director Brian Deese recently released…
Almond Update: Considerations for Maximizing Cover Crop Benefits
…provide. Supported by the Bee+ Scholarship from the Almond Board of California, the Seeds for Bees program can help with cover cropping decisions and free seed. Planting the appropriate mix…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-16-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering considerations for maximizing cover crop benefits in almond orchards,…
Problems to Watch for When Growing Horseradish
Some problems to watch for when growing your own horseradish. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Horseradish Growing horseradish at home often becomes much tastier options for the…
Funding Available to Support Specialty Crop Production
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is accepting applications for multiple programs designed to aid in specialty crop production. Proposals are currently being accepted for the 2022 Specialty…
The California Kitchen: Perfectly Smoked Tri-Tip
Perfectly Smoked Tri-Tip In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfectly Smoked Tri-Tip with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… USDA Prime Grade…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-15-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering funding made available to support California specialty crops, opportunities…
AFT Adds to Policy Team to Tackle Climate Issues
American Farmland Trust (AFT) just filled a new position on its policy team to tackle climate issues. Samantha Levy joins the policy team as climate policy manager to lead the…
U.S. Tractor and Combine Sales Increased in August
U.S. tractor sales increased last month compared to 2020 while combine sales jumped 19.8 percent, according to the Association of Equipment Manufacturers monthly sales report. Combine sales posted the second…
Starting Your Own Highly Productive Horseradish Crop
How to start your own horseradish crop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Horseradish Horseradish root is exceptionally easy to grow, highly productive, and has a lot of…
PRS Grant Program to Aid with COVID Related Costs
…who have not received notable financial assistance in response to COVID-19. Another new initiative, the Seafood Processors Pandemic Response and Safety Block Grant program will also be providing additional assistance….
Congressional Leaders Educated on How Tax Proposals Impact Ag
Hundreds of agricultural groups have voiced concern regarding the tax proposals being considered and how they will impact the industry. Letters were sent to congressional leaders detailing the crucial tax…
Ag Groups Voice Concern Over Revision of WOTUS Rule
Several agricultural groups submitted recommendations for a revised definition of “waters of the United States,” known as the WOTUS rule. Comments were filed with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-14-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the push for Newsom to veto AB 616, CPS…