…drought could have long-term impacts on our food supply, wildlife, and the livelihoods of Americans across the Western U.S.” NBC News says the letter supports a similar request this month…
National Awareness Increases on Ag’s Role in Mitigating Effects of Climate Change
The damage caused by recent ecological disasters has helped highlight agriculture’s role in mitigating the effects of climate change. California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross pointed out…
Fiddle-Leaf Figs are an Evergreen Ornamental “In” Plant to Have
…Fiddle-leaf figs release a latex that can be irritating to the skin. Wear gloves when working with this plant. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Fiddle-Leaf…
Industry Members Meet to Discuss the Future of Skilled Labor in Ag
…Food and Agriculture Karen Ross spoke to the work being done to prepare the next generation of farm employees and what will be needed moving forward. There was also a…
Grassley Wants Administration to Fill Ag Trade Positions
…abundance of food. Grassley also says, “Every day that passes without qualified leadership in these positions means the U.S. is playing without a full team against our competitors. Agriculture trade…
California Plums Gain Market Access to Japan
…program for Japan. Listen to the radio report below. California Plums Gain Market Access to Japan About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content…
Growing One of the Tastiest Tropical Fruits on the Planet
…you with yields of a few hundred fruits annually. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Growing One of the Tastiest Tropical Fruits on the Planet Sponsored…
Week in Review: Updates to Leafy Greens Testing Procedure, Free Mediation Available for Producers
FDA has been in the process of collecting and testing lettuce grown in the area and will continue until the end of harvest in November. The California Agricultural Mediation Program…
Contract Producers Eligible for Assistance Under Recent CFAP 2 Update
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program 2 (CFAP 2) is being updated to provide support for contract producers left out of previous relief efforts. Livestock and poultry producers along with producers…
One of the Earliest Cultivated Plants in Human History
…Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. One of the Earliest Cultivated Plants in Human History Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
Dairy Donation Program Provides Funding Support to Address Food Insecurity
…addressing food insecurity through the program to apply for reimbursements for eligible dairy donations. “The benefits of the Dairy Donation Program are twofold – it supplements other financial support for…
CALAMP Assistance Available to California Farmers and Ranchers
The California Agricultural Mediation Program (CALAMP) is a free service aimed at addressing a variety of issues for farmers and ranchers. CALAMP assistance covers a multitude of areas including issues…
Growing a Smoothie Garden from Likable Vegetables
…of your favorite smoothie ingredients can grow quite happily in pots on a porch or windowsill. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Growing a Smoothie Garden…
FDA Adjusts Lettuce Sampling Protocols for the Salinas Valley
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has updated its lettuce sampling protocols for the Salinas Valley. FDA has been in the process of collecting and testing lettuce grown in…