…not exceed the lowest out-of-state bid. The California Farm Bureau Federation sponsored the bill, noting the various regulations that the state’s farmers and ranchers already conform to. California produce is…
Farm City Thursday, 10-19-17
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill….
Almond Board: Almond Map
…consistently indicates that California Almond acreage is higher than the annual USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) almond acreage reports, as seen in a comparative analysis of 2010, 2012, 2014…
Deere Wins Trademark Lawsuit
…by another manufacturer confuses the public as to where the product originated and dilutes the value of the John Deere brand. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
U.S. Wheat Closing Cairo Office
…export market development organization for the U.S. wheat industry with funding from 17 state wheat commissions and USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Report Shows Uncertainty Harming Farmers
…percent, globally. The report was announced Wednesday during an event in Des Moines, Iowa. Find the report online at http://www.globalharvestinitiative.org/ . From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
TPP Members Nearing Agreement
…is finalized, allowing TPP to move forward, trade experts expect the deal won’t be in place for at least another year. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
NAFTA Talks Reach Standstill
…out a deal while acknowledging that strong differences remain. The next round of talks is scheduled for November 17th in Mexico. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Agri View: Electronic Technology
Everett Griner talks about electronic technology and farm computer use rising in today’s Agri View. Electronic Technology…
Housing Support Fund for Ag Workers Displaced by Fires
With firefighters gaining control of fires throughout Sonoma County, the Grape Growers Foundation (SCGGF) announced it is partnering with the Sonoma County Farm Bureau to establish a housing recovery fund…
California Labor Shortages Detailed in Survey
Results from the survey conducted by the California Farm Bureau Federation confirm that labor shortages are continuing to hinder farming and ranching operations throughout the state. The information collected earlier…
AFBF Backs Timely Reg Review of Food Production Tools
…according to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “American agriculture must stay on the cutting edge of technology,” Duvall said. “Agency collaboration and efficient government review of new food…
Farm City Wednesday, 10-18-17
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill….
Call to Action at CAPCA Conference
…Guardians of the Green, highlighting the role of licensed pest control advisers in continuing the success of California agriculture. California Farm Bureau Federation President Paul Wenger spoke on the challenges…