…Federation (AFBF) and National Farmers Union were encouraged by the announcement. “AFBF notes President Biden’s effort to address several pressing issues facing America’s farmers and ranchers comes at a time…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 07-09-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering CDFA continuing its work to strengthen food safety efforts,…
Biden to Address Meat Industry Concerns with Executive Order
…Jen Psaki said the action will make it “easier for farmers to bring and win claims, stopping chicken processors from exploiting and underpaying chicken farmers, and adapting anti-retaliation protections for…
Improving Rural Broadband Access with Interagency Agreement
…programs. “Broadband internet is the new electricity. It is necessary for Americans to do their jobs, to participate equally in school learning, health care, and to stay connected,” Agriculture Secretary…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 07-08-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering incentivizing innovation and implementation of almond orchard 2025 goals,…
Agriculture Funding Bill Adds Nearly $3 Billion in Support
…for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Research Service. Additionally, close to $1 billion would be directed to the National Institute of Food and Agriculture. Farm programs would be provided…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 07-07-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the Ag Appropriations Bill including banning China from buying…
Senate Approval of Growing Climate Solutions Act an ‘Important Step’
The Senate approval of the Growing Climate Solutions Act is being described as an “important step” for helping farmers and ranchers navigate carbon markets. The Growing Climate Solutions Act is…
Almond Shipments Staying Strong Despite Pandemic Challenges
Despite the lingering challenges presented by COVID, it appears that overall almond shipments remain strong. Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO, Ryan Jacobsen said it has been a bit of a…
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Continues Forward Momentum
…farmers and ranchers. Introduced by Senator Susan Rubio, the bill is being sponsored by the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF). The legislation was recently approved by the Assembly Insurance Committee…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 07-06-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a CAST report detailing how USDA can offer tools…
Intrepid Section 18 is Approved for Armyworm Control in 2021
…been relying on pyrethroids, which have not been providing effective management of armyworm populations. UC Rice Farm Advisor, Luis Espino said that the Section 18 for Intrepid 2F is good…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 07-05-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a grower describing the struggles to find and keep…
Growers Struggle to Find and Keep Farm Insurance
It is becoming tougher and tougher to acquire farm insurance in areas at risk of wildfire. With wildfires already popping up across California, producers are becoming more anxious as insurance…