…to your yard. Like any species, the key to attracting bats is providing for their needs. Specifically, food – in the form of insects and critters. Water, such as a pond,…
UC Davis Receives $6 Million to Promote Safe Pesticide Use
…Education Programs at UC Davis Continuing and Professional Education, Suzanne Forsyth said in a news release. “We look forward to strengthening and building partnerships as we tackle new challenges, striving…
New Action Plan for Cyclospora Released by FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released a new strategy guideline for addressing foodborne illness. Similar to what was done to address E. coli outbreaks related to leafy…
Tropical and Exotic Plants to Keep Your Property Private
…It’s recommended that you plant them in raised planters though, as they can quickly take over large swaths of landscape. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Tropical…
Week in Review: More Drought Declarations & New Pest Found in Commercial Production
…Quota Implementation Plan have been released by the California Department of Food and Agriculture. Receive all of the top agricultural news directly in your inbox by subscribing to the newsletter….
Emergency Procedures Authorized to Provide Crop Insurance Flexibilities
…procedures are part of USDA’s ongoing effort to provide better assistance to producers struggling with drought impacts. The flexibilities provided for crop insurance are aimed at relieving some of the…
Task Force Seeks More Favorable Gene Editing Regulations
…GMOs to allow for individual regulation. The task force also supports updates to the regulatory framework of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to better align with current gene…
Appropriations Bill Includes Additional Funding for Smoke Exposure Research
…Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration Subcommittee includes $5 million in federal funding for smoke exposure research. The funding would go to the Mitigating the Adverse Consequences of Wildfire…
New Online Course on Vertebrate Pest Management Available
An online course on managing invertebrate pests is available from the UC Statewide IPM Program. The course was developed for pest management professionals and growers. It consists of video presentations…
Best Plants for Making Your Property More Private
…Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Best Plants for Making Your Property More Private Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Mixed Response to Reintroduction of Farm System Reform Act
…the strengthening of the Packers and Stockyards Act. The Farm System Reform Act is being supported by hundreds of organizations including United Food and Commercial Workers and Family Farm Action….
Livestock Producers Suffering Pandemic Losses Have New Assistance Program
…are expected to be the primary recipients of the PLIP assistance, chickens and turkeys are also covered by the program. Applications for the program can be submitted to any local…
Transform the Backyard into Your Own Private Oasis
…Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Transform the Backyard into Your Own Private Oasis Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Organic Fraud Prevention Program Gaining Industry Support
…in 2020, OTAs Organic Fraud Prevention Solutions (OFPS) program is generating considerable support. A total of 40 organic businesses are participating in the program and another 125 companies are in…