…area farmer and President of San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau Carlos Castaneda says the need for ag labor is a major factor in why U.S. farmers are not able…
Farm and Nutrition Day Hosts Thousands of Kids
The Fresno County Farm Bureau, Big Fresno Fair and many other sponsors partnered again to bring hundreds of third graders from around the valley to their Farm and Nutrition Day….
Sheep Dog Puts on Show for Kids
Kids get to see a sheep dog work at the Fresno County Farm Bureau’s Farm and Nutrition Day…
USDA Announces Funds to Improve SNAP Employment and Training Programs
…additional opportunities to test innovative approaches to employment and training that will come soon under the new Farm Bill. “Forty-two percent of SNAP participants live in households where at least…
USDA Announces Growth of U.S. Organic Industry
…$35 billion last year, the organic industry represents a tremendous economic opportunity for farmers, ranchers and rural communities,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “New support in the 2014 Farm Bill…
Helados La Tapatia, Inc. Recalls Products
…the products and their UPC codes is provided. The production of the products has been suspended while FDA and the company continue to investigate the source of the problem. Consumers…
Debate Over GMO’s Continues
…at Biotechnology Industry Organization, Dr. Cathleen Enright says they are vital to the future of our food production. Debate Over GMO’s Continues For more from Dr. Enright, please CLICK HERE….
Pilot Programs Could Reduce SNAP Enrollment Numbers
Employment related pilot programs under the new Farm Bill could reduce Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program enrollment figures. Rod Bain and Secretary Vilsack explain. Pilot Programs Could Reduce SNAP Enrollment Numbers…
Red Meat and Poultry Production Lowered
…total red meat and poultry production was lowered from last month as higher beef production is more than offset by lower pork, broiler and turkey production. Randall Weiseman has the…
Prop 2 Deadline Looming, Lawsuit Grows
…The other states claim that California cannot impose it’s regulations on other states. In this three part series, hear from California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger who says AB1437 was…
Farm Bill Cotton Info Comes to CA
…of 2014. NCC Farm Bill Meetings The Council says the Farm Bill will help farmers manage risk with a crop insurance product tailored to cotton production. The comprehensive five-year farm…
National Seeds Executive on Farm Bill, Pollinator Issues, Specialty Crops and More
Andy LaVigne, President and CEO at American Seed Trade Association, talks about the farm bill, pollinator issues, needs for specialty crops and other other topics. Andy LaVigne Interview…
Almond Board: Post Bloom Disease Management
In today’s Almond Update, we are taking on the topic of post bloom disease management. Brent A. Holtz, San Joaquin County Director and Farm Advisor, UC Coop Extension, says rain…
New Ag Zone Brings Farm Awareness to Ball Park
The new Agriculture Zone at Chukchansi Park will feature a farmers market, big red barn, 16′ tall bat and 8′ ball. New Ag Zone Brings Farm Awareness to Ball Park…