…economy and the trends across commodity markets. Fresno County has maintained its position as the top county in agricultural production for the third year in a row. “Fresno County once…
Potential Amendments to Conservation Management Practices
…any new measures, that it’s not based on speculation. If they’ve got a potential measure, let’s sit down with UC Davis, or Texas A&M, or Fresno State, Cal Poly, or…
‘Unprecedented’ Water Allocation for State Water Project
…levels being exceptionally low and what DWR expects to be a third dry year. Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobsen said that after the dry conditions of 2021, it…
Summer Heat Made for Unique Year for Some Fresno County Producers
The heatwave over the summer months made for some unique circumstances for some Fresno area growers. Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO, Ryan Jacobsen explained that during most drought years, crop…
New Micro Farm Policy Available from USDA
…depending on the producer’s county. Producers with crops insured under another crop insurance policy or a vertically integrated operation will not be eligible. This new policy derived from research directed…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 11-30-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show highlights Fresno County’s impressive crop report making it the number-one agricultural producing county in…
Getting a Second Chance With USDA Programs
…an appeal. The appeals process will begin with a meeting with the local County Committee. That will offer an opportunity to further explain why a project may indeed fit the…
Week in Review: Voluntary Agreement Talks Break Down, Ag Supports Infrastructure Bill
…sending ballots out for county committee elections for the Farm Service Agency. California producers will be benefitting from significant specialty crop investment made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The…
New Alfalfa Pest Found in Low Desert Area
A new alfalfa pest has been identified in Imperial Valley, California as well as Yuma County, Arizona. Area IPM Advisor for the low desert area, Apurba Barman explained that calls…
County Committee Elections Begin for Farm Service Agency
…in Kern County, etcetera.” To vote in the county committee election, producers must participate or cooperate in an FSA program. Producers can contact their local FSA office to find out…
2021 Farm Service Agency County Committee Elections Underway
The Department of Agriculture is mailing ballots for the Farm Service Agency county and urban county committee elections. Elections are occurring in certain Local Administrative Areas for committee members who…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 11-03-21
…budget reconciliation legislation, and insight into the importance of participating in county committees. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features and more. Listen to previous…
USDA Providing $1.8 Billion in Producer Payments Through ARC and PLC
…to assist certain producers struggling with challenges related to COVID-19 and other market fluctuations. Payments for producers enrolled in ARC-County, ARC-Individual, and PLC are being processed this month for covered…
Leadership Farm Bureau Accepting Applications for Class of 2022
…A maximum of 10 individuals will be selected to participate in the program. The ideal candidate for the program is a board member of a county Farm Bureau, a Young Farmer…