…of about 3,500 different samples of produce, including those labelled as “organic”, conducted by DPR scientists at grocery stores, farmers markets, food distribution centers, and other outlets throughout California. The…
The Western View: Connecting Farmers
…farmers and the agricultural community with one another. The Western View: Connecting Farmers South Carolina farmer Patrick Rogers wanted a way that farmers and the farm community can interact, share…
“Growing Together,” from the Growing California Video Series
The next segment in the Growing California video series, a partnership with California Grown, is “Growing Together,” a profile of closely-knit farmers flourishing in the Central Valley….
Federal Pesticide Changes Mirror California Rules
…environment and energy policy. “Farmers and ranchers are committed to the safe and effective use of all crop protection tools, and Farm Bureau agrees that chemicals should be handled with…
Forces Combine to Shorten Pistachio Crop
…some of the worst cases, farmers reported blanking in 50 percent to 70 percent of the crop. “Some growers had what they expected in an off-year crop, and then a…
Lance Greig Wins “It’s All in the Sauce” Contest
…the Testicle Festival. The winning team was composed of Artie Vargas and teammate Billy Gonzales. All contest winners were presented with plaques memorializing their triumphant performances. The Young Farmers and…
Guarding Against Foot-and-Mouth Disease – A Partnership of Dairy Farmers, UC Davis and CDFA
California’s dairy farmers have joined together with the California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory at UC Davis–a joint venture with CDFA–to fund research through the California Dairy Research Foundation…
Opinion: You Know You’re At a California Fair When…
…agricultural implements and techniques, and plowing contests.” It’s safe to say other attractions now draw the crowds. This slideshow requires JavaScript. This is why it’s important for farmers and groups…
FFA Expanding to More Urban and Suburban Schools
What used to be an student organization for “future farmers” is now expanding to urban areas and new agricultural related studies. Gary Crawford has more. FFA Expanding to More Urban…
Governor Signs CFBF-Endorsed Bill to Streamline Groundwater Adjudication
…how groundwater rights are adjudicated in court was daunting. But through countless meetings with the Governor’s office, farmers, water districts and numerous other stakeholders, we were finally able to address…
Judge Orders Nationwide Stay of WOTUS Rule
…an opportunity to understand its effect on farmers, ranchers and landowners of all kinds. “The judges expressed deep concerns over the basic legality of this rule. We’re not in the…
Growth Energy Praises NCGA and NFU’s Work to Highlight the Importance of the RFS to Farm Income
This morning, the National Corn Growers Association and the National Farmers Union held a press call where they unveiled a white paper discussing the importance of the RFS and how…
New USDA Fact Sheets Illustrate State-by-State Benefits of TPP
…2009 will continue.” The United States runs an agricultural trade surplus which benefits farmers, ranchers, and all those who live, work and raise families in rural America. Agricultural trade supports…
Agri View: How Old is Old for Farmers?
Everett Griner talks about old farmers in today’s Agri View. How Old is Old for Farmers?…