…1,000 structures,” said Sack, who added that Lake County Farm Bureau President David Rosenthal’s home was one of the few standing in his part of Middletown. Scores of Lake County…
Keeping Potassium Levels Up During Season
…Extension Pomology Tree Nut Advisor David Doll addressed potassium applications at a recent field day. Doll says some growers might want to consider in-season applications to keep potassium levels up….
Maximizing Nitrogen During Post-Harvest
…field day focusing on growers’ practices after harvest. Cooperative Extension Tree Nut Pomology Advisor David Doll says growers can remember to do a couple of things to maximize their nitrogen…
Water Cuts Threaten Rice Field Bird Habitat
…cultural practices, said David Guy, Northern California Water Association president. “There’s a half million acre-feet more water behind Shasta this year than last year,” he said, adding that he hopes…
Tight U.S. Supply Boosts Sales of Specialty Eggs
…the price between conventional eggs and specialty eggs has narrowed. David Will, general manager of Chino Valley Ranchers, which sells 95 percent of its eggs as cage-free and organic, said…
Follow Along the Almond Harvest Process
A Valent-sponsored project followed a Fresno County almond grower’s harvest from shaking the trees to loaded and ready for the huller. This video, produced by Len Wilcox and David Hillman,…
Scholarship Supports Biological Control Research
Harry Scott Smith Courtesy: UCR Biological control is an essential part of any pest management system. The agriculture community can help support natural defenses research, starting with students through the…
Food Labeling Act H.R. 1599 Passes House Vote
…now moves to the Senate. California representatives Jim Costa (D-16), David Validao (R-21), Devin Nunes (R-22), and Stephen Knight (R-25) were among the co-sponsors of the bill. The bill would…
From California to the Midwest – Sharing Agriculture’s Story
…requires JavaScript. Another great stop was to meet South Dakota Farm Bureau President Scott VanderWal at his custom cattle-feeding operation. VanderWal also grows corn and soybeans and is a third-generation…
Westlands Statement on Passage of H.R. 2898
…as well as the environment. Congressman David Valadao is deserving of special thanks for his leadership and direction in introducing this critical piece of legislation. But the passage of this…
Rep. Valadao Delivers Remarks on Water Bill H.R. 2898
On Wednesday, July 15, 2015, Congressman David G. Valadao (CA-21) delivered remarks on the House Floor regarding H.R. 2898; the Western Water and American Food Security Act of 2015. The…
Farm Bureau Welcomes Passage of House Water Legislation
…Federation. CFBF President Paul Wenger thanked California representatives who carried the Western Water and American Food Security Act by Rep. David Valadao, R-Hanford, and encouraged the Senate to act soon….
Bill to Send More Water to California Farms Passes in House
Congressman David Valadao The House has passed legislation meant to bring more water to California’s major farmland. Sabrina Hill reports. Water Bill Passes House The legislation was authored by California…
GMO Labeling Bill Moves Forward
…as early as next week. California representatives Jim Costa (D-16), David Validao (R-21), Devin Nunes (R-22), and Stephen Knight (R-25) were among the co-sponsors of the bill. The bill would…