…pastures, pond levels and streamflows. Nearly all of the Southwestern U.S., including California, meanwhile, are in some form of classified drought, along with all of Missouri and Kansas, parts of…
Secretary Perdue Confirmed as 2018 Commodity Classic Keynote Speaker
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue will speak at the upcoming Commodity Classic in Anaheim, California. Held February 27th to March first, Perdue will be the keynote speaker for Wednesday morning’s general…
USDA Partners with Dairy Innovation Center
…we can continue making progress toward our shared goals and priorities. We are thankful to have USDA at the table with us.” Previous and current collaborations have resulted in research,…
Beginning Farmer Training Program Receives State Approval
A recently developed beginning farmer training program has officially been approved by the California State Division of Apprenticeship Standards. The California Farm Academy Beginning Farm and Ranch Manager Apprenticeship Program…
Almond Matters: Almond Bloom Arrives
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, many orchards throughout California have started to experience almond bloom and it appears that it is going to be a good…
The California Kitchen: Rocky Road
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Rocky Road with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C Milk Chocolate 1/2 C Toasted…
Agri View: Soybeans, Our Number One Crop
…the interstates, you see vast fields of wheat. It has many uses, but essentially it is the bread we put on our table. If you didn’t see all of that…
Feeding Minds Press Will Focus on Accurate Agriculture Books for Children
…day, someone, somewhere, is working to bring food to their table.” Detlefsen, also the author of “Time for Cranberries,” is delighted that “Right This Very Minute” has found a home…
Cattlemen Applaud Introduction of Strong Bipartisan Bill in U.S. Senate
…agree on is that a responsibly-run cattle ranch isn’t a toxic Superfund site,” said fifth-generation California rancher and NCBA President Kevin Kester. “On behalf of cattle producers across America, I…
Secretary of Agriculture Hears California Concerns at World Ag Expo
…approximately 120 attendees, was that the agency is continuing to work on the significant concerns of the farmers in California. “A legal, foreign-born workforce is absolutely vital to California, as…
The California Kitchen: Milk Chocolate Hazelnut Cluster
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Milk Chocolate Hazelnut Cluster with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C Milk Chocolate 2…
E.M. Tharp and World Ag Expo® “We Believe in Growing” Scholarship Winners Announced
…CA, plans to study Agriculture Education at California State University, Fresno this upcoming fall. Being raised around livestock and animals, Aalexias dreamed of becoming a veterinarian until she reached high…
Sales Closing Dates Near for Most Crops
Expanded Options available to enhance Farm Safety Net Last year’s hurricanes, wildfires, and droughts, devastated parts of the South, Midwest, Northern Plains, and California, and were a stark reminder that…
The California Kitchen: Abuelita Mocha Chocolate Truffle
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to cook amazing Abuelita Mocha Chocolate Truffle with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 1 C Abuelita Chocolate 1/2…