A California farmer is recognized for helping out an endangered species. Sabrina Hill has the story. CA Dairy Farmer Recognized Watch a video interview with Mendonsa here. Central California dairy…
Crop Insurance Compliance Deadline Looming
A new requirement for crop insurance recipients must be completed Monday, June 1. Farm Service Agency District Director Chris Keeler has the details on the compliance forms and the other…
S&W Seed Company to Participate in the 2015 World Seed Congress
…of S&W Seed Company, commented, “Following our acquisition of DuPont Pioneer’s alfalfa seed production and research assets, S&W has become a true ‘one-stop shop’ for farmers’ alfalfa seed needs. “We…
Statement by Bob Stallman, Regarding Senate Passage Of Bipartisan Congressional Trade Priorities And Accountability Act of 2015
Bob Stallman “The U.S. leads the world in agricultural exports thanks to the hard work and ingenuity of American farmers and ranchers. Creating new partnerships and expanding access to international…
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Statement on Senate Passage of Trade Promotion Authority
…open markets for America’s farmers, ranchers and agribusiness and create jobs and improve wages across the country. Over 70 organizations representing America’s farmers and ranchers, and past secretaries of agriculture…
USDA Reminds Farmers to Certify Conservation Compliance
…2015. The 2014 Farm Bill requires producers to have the form on file in order to remain eligible, or to become eligible for crop insurance premium support. Many farmers already…
Waiting for Natural Mite Defenses
Almond growers can save time and money by allowing natural defenses to take care of mite problems. Waiting for Natural Mite Defenses Integrated pest management farm advisor Kris Tollerup says…
The Western View: The March Against Myths
…GMO plants provide better food at lower cost and higher production levels. The March against Myths came about because the anti-GMO movement seems to be gaining traction. It’s a recognition…
Cantaloupe Production Expanding North
Over the last few years, cantaloupe production in California has changed and new areas of the state are starting to see melon production. Industry leaders say they got complacent and…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for May 20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Agri View: Less Money
Everett Griner talks about net farm income declining in today’s Agri View. Less Money…
Important Insurance Change Deadline
The Farm Service Agency (FSA) is hitting as many field days as possible to spread the word about a big change in crop insurance policies. Important Insurance Change Deadline FSA…
Editorial: Country of Origin Labeling
…products. Following amendments made to the 2008 farm bill to address questions of workability regarding the original statute, the Department of Agriculture finalized implementing regulations in 2009. In a recently…
Legislation Introduced in House to Repeal COOL
…introduced in the 2002 Farm Bill covering beef, pork and chicken; and implemented in 2008, COOL has been detrimental to the U.S. livestock industry and without benefit to U.S. consumers….