…an individual for a two-year term. The Task Force serves as an advisory body on issues related to air quality and its relationship to agricultural production. Those interested in serving…
Industry Groups Seek Temporary Relief from Smoke Regulation
…be forced to shut down when wildfires occur in their area.” The letter was signed by more than 50 organizations including the California Farm Bureau Federation, Western Growers Association, and…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 09-11-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including how smoke exposure testing limitations are ruining the winegrape…
Sonoma County Spearheading Program to Assist Farmers in Wildfire Situations
An educational safety program in Sonoma County has been working to assist farmers when wildfires occur. With the assistance of the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office, Sonoma County Farm Bureau (SCFB)…
Proper Land Management Can Help Forest Owners Ease Wildfire Risk Following Mass Tree Die-off
…Large companies manage millions of acres for commercial timber production, but about 9 million acres are owned by individuals. Nearly 90% of individuals own 50 acres or less; 87,000 landowners…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-10-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including how livestock and dairy producers can apply for CFAP,…
The Western View: Dangerous Year For Fire
…newspaper and has written for agricultural publications since the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine. His commentary “The Western View” is a regular feature on Farm…
Almond Update: Irrigation Research Plans For Future of Water Management
It’s safe to assume that growers will rely more and more on artificial intelligence for their water needs as the industry pushes towards the year 2025. The Almond Board of…
Farm Sector Profits Forecast Highlights Importance of Government Aid
The September 2020 Farm Income Forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Economic Research Service demonstrates another big year for farm sector profits. USDA is forecasting net farm income…
Trump, Biden Outline Agricultural Priorities
…Farm Bureau Federation. AFBF asked the Republican and Democratic candidates to respond with their stances on several topics directly affecting America’s farmers, ranchers and rural communities, including trade, labor, regulatory…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 09-09-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the importance of energy options including large hydro, the…
Plans Outlined to Support American Producers of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
…U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Department of Commerce (DOC) released a report on September 1 detailing the Trump Administration’s plan to support domestic production of perishable produce. “President…
Reminder: CFAP Application Window Closes September 11
…11. There is a total of $16 billion that has been made available to provide direct support to American farmers and ranchers. Producers are encouraged to learn more about eligibility…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-08-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a video series to better understand SGMA effects in…