…some Christmas tree farms have been known to use pesticides which oftentimes pollutes local water sources and puts animals in harm’s way. The other issue is that cut trees become…
California Farming By the Numbers Water Edition
…an economic impact of more the $2.5 billion dollars. There were 4,550 Central Valley farms that were cut off from surface water allocations from the Sacramento/ San Joaquin Delta due…
Proposed Changes to FSMA’s Produce Safety Rule
…the changes address subpart E of the Produce Safety Rule. Adjustments would be made to certain pre-harvest agricultural water requirements. Proposed changes include a requirement for farms to manage their…
VofV: The Next Wave of AgTech – Plant Probiotics
…to meet the needs of individual farms but general enough to be applied to numerous operations. Sponsored Content Purina Podcast: Managing for Success from One Life Phase to Another July…
New Micro Farm Policy Available from USDA
Agricultural producers with small-scale farms who sell locally can now get simplified insurance coverage through a new policy designed for their needs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) developed the…
California to Receive More Than $5.5 Million for Conservation Projects
…Health Practices through Participatory Planning and Evaluation on Diversified Farms (California) The Regents of the University of California will address barriers faced by small-scale historically underserved producers to adopt soil…
Almond Update: Mating Disruption Success Story in Latest Almond Journey Podcast
…talks about his experience in addressing navel orangeworm (NOW) issues in the orchard. Etchepare is a partner in Emerald Farms, consisting of about 5,000 acres of almonds and walnuts in…
New Promotional Opportunity for Agritourism Venues
…to showcase their agritourism venues. Farms and attractions can create a profile promoting their business, history, available products and more. Consumers using the app will be able to connect directly…
Build Back Better Framework Announced by President Joe Biden
…are an essential part of the climate solution. We are pleased the framework invests in programs to help accelerate implementation of climate-smart practices on farms and ranches, and demonstrates support…
Crops Sector Received 65% of PPP Loans for Agriculture in 2020
Information updated by USDA’s Economic Research Service shows 65 percent of Paycheck Protection Program 2020 agriculture funds went to crop farms, with 35 percent for livestock. Last year, farmers and…
Recycle Those Halloween Pumpkins After the Holiday
…leftover pumpkins to zoos, animal shelters, farms, or community gardens. They’ll be grateful for the compost material or animal snacks. You can turn your carved pumpkin into a bird feeder….
Week in Review: Better Insurance Options for Farms, Ag Falling Behind in Political Spending
The California Fair Access to Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan is being adjusted to provide more adequate coverage for farmers and ranchers. Legislative spending can be one of the most effective…
Finalists Selected for 2021 California Leopold Conservation Award
…Federation. The first California Leopold Conservation Award recipient, Lange Twins Wine Estates of Lodi, was selected in 2006. Burroughs Family of Farms of Denair received the award in 2020. This…
Reclamation Awards Construction Contract for First Phase of Friant-Kern Canal Repairs
…significant step to providing reliable water supplies to farms and communities throughout the eastern San Joaquin Valley.” Friant-Kern Canal Agriculture Landscape Brosamer & Wall/Tutor Perini Joint Venture was selected through…