…Regional Conservation Partnership Program’s (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA). The AFA program prioritizes conservation solutions at multiple levels that emphasize a non-traditional approach. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…the unique and irreplaceable value that farmers, ranchers, foresters, farmworkers, and other agricultural stewards have contributed to our Nation’s past and present,” President Joe Biden stated in a White House…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-23-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering bond legislation to improve California’s food system, the new…
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
Every year, California Farm Bureau hosts a day at the State Capitol dedicated to agriculture. This year’s event is on March 23, and will be held virtually for all Farm…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-22-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the need for Senate action on the Farm Workforce…
Final Rule for Domestic Hemp Production Goes into Effect Today
…to one percent. Producers are allowed only one violation a year. Non-DEA registered labs will be allowed to perform testing until 2022 as the agency works to process registration applications….
‘Critically Important’ Farm Workforce Bill Receives House Approval
…have some stability in our workforces.” Passage of the farm workforce bill has received significant support from a number of industry organizations including the American Farm Bureau Federation and the…
Lawmakers Support Push to Address Container Shortages
…In the meantime, we call on the Commission to provide monthly updates to Congress until the matter is resolved.” The letter was sent after FMC indicated the agency would be…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-19-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the ‘hit and miss’ progress of farm employee vaccinations,…
Vaccinating the CA Farm Labor Population Has Been ‘Hit or Miss’
Under California’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, the state has opened up Phase 1B. Individuals 65 and older, as well as three sector populations including education and childcare, emergency services, and…
Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California
…the Farm Service Agency. Producers will need to apply for assistance within eight months of the disaster declaration. Listen to radio report below. Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 03-18-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including why the impacts of methane on the climate might…
Almond Update: Mexico, A Surprisingly Primed Market for Almond Growth
Mexico isn’t viewed as a major market for California almonds but the region is primed for exponential growth according to the Almond Board of California. North American Marketing Manager Becky…
The Western View: It’s Railfest Weekend in Reedley!
…Railfest, and train enthusiasts are gathering at Hillcrest to celebrate the steam engine. Hillcrest Farms is a popular pumpkin patch in the fall and a Christmas tree farm in December….




















