…toughest weeds that farmers have to contend with in orchards,” Valent Field Market Research Representative Tino Lopez said. “The most effective way of controlling fleabane and marestail is to get…
Farm Bill Set to Bring Several Benefits to California Growers
…in funding for organic and specialty crops, actually research in general, they’re authorized higher. Now of course the next step is fighting for appropriations.” About the Author Brian German Facebook…
Virulent Newcastle Disease in Commercial Poultry in California
…Avian, Swine & Aquatic Animal Health Center. Officials responding to the discovery are looking to first limit the spread of the disease to other poultry operations and then eradicate it…
USDA Highlights Benefits of Improved Dairy Safety Net Tool
…your local USDA service center to learn more. Source: USDA Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR…
Measuring Costs and Benefits of Different Farming Systems
…too,” said Rex Dufour, Manager of the California Office of the National Center for Appropriate Technology. “It goes beyond applying NPK fertilizers. Understanding your soil as an ecology and managing…
Secretary Perdue Hosts Former Secretaries of Agriculture at USDA
…several issues including trade, wildfires, agriculture research, infrastructure, cell-based meat, and rural prosperity. USDA Photo by Lance Cheung. Source: USDA Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef…
USDA Launches New Program to Create High-Speed Internet e-Connectivity in Rural America
…criteria include connecting agricultural production and marketing, e-Commerce, health care and education facilities. Previous research by USDA has demonstrated that high-capacity broadband is critical to all aspects of rural prosperity,…
World Ag Expo Gearing Up with Top Product Winners
The International Agri-Center will once again be the gathering place for agriculture industries from all over the world in February. The World Ag Expo has kicked off official build-up to the…
Groups Respond to House Passage of Farm Bill
…ranchers, who need the dependability and certainty this legislation affords. This Farm Bill will help producers make decisions about the future, while also investing in important agricultural research and supporting…
California Farm Bureau Urges House to Pass Farm Bill
…programs and to increase crop-insurance flexibility. “The farm bill also invests in agricultural research, including studies of ways to mechanize more on-farm tasks,” Johansson said. “Farmers and ranchers face chronic…
Secretary Perdue Statement on Release of Farm Bill Conference Report
…report, and hope the Congress can approve this legislation expeditiously. This legislation maintains a strong safety net for the farm economy, invests in critical agricultural research, and will promote agriculture…
House and Senate Ag Committee Leaders Release Farm Bill Conference Report
…manage their risk. It also invests $300 million in the prevention and response for animal pests and disease. More broadly, the bill invests in research, outreach to beginning & underserved…
Environmental Group Challenges Shasta Dam Project
…attorney for The Center for Biological Diversity says this increase could take out the only known habitat for the Shasta Salamander. They think that the higher water levels could drive…
Almond Matters: Getting Proactive with Winter Sanitation
…times because it helps us establish a good solid foundation for our pest control, especially navel orangeworm,” Valent Field Market Research Representative Tino Lopez said. “It’s a time when we…