…being shared by most of California. Even almonds have been vindicated. The Los Angeles Times recently published an article about the almond harvest, and showed the many benefits of growing…
USDA Extends Dairy Margin Protection Program Deadline
…West’s Sabrina Hill spoke with Vilsack about the extension. Dairy Program Extension Vilsack full interview The voluntary program, established by the 2014 Farm Bill, provides financial assistance to participating farmers…
Maximizing Nitrogen During Post-Harvest
An almond field day earlier this month focused on post-harvest management including maximizing growers’ nitrogen applications. Maximizing Nitrogen During Post-Harvest The San Joaquin Sustainable Farming Project held a post-harvest almond…
Senate Reauthorizes Mandatory Livestock Price Reporting Without Critical Provision
…the Senate’s Mandatory Price Reporting legislation does not make the program an essential government service, rendering the program vulnerable to future government shutdowns. Due to these differences, the legislation now…
USDA Commits $2.5 Million to Expand New Farmer Education
…Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency programs that can provide financial, disaster or technical assistance to the agricultural community. She spoke with AgNet West before the official announcement Tuesday…
California’s FREP/WPHA Conference Comes to Seaside November 5-6, 2015
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) and the Western Plant Health Association (WPHA) are hosting their 23rd annual Fertilizer Research Conference at…
CDFA Seeks Public Comments on New Program Priorities of the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is seeking public comments on new program priorities being developed for the 2016 Special Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). Through a two-phase…
American Agri-Women Finishing Drive Across America as Part of 40th Anniversary Celebration
…educational, advocacy and member networking events. The drivers have often stayed in members’ homes and been treated to home-cooked meals, barbecues and harvest dinners in the field. The group has…
NRCS Partners in California Receive $2.7 Million for Conservation Innovations
…through a separate nationwide CIG program that will benefit California projects as well. NRCS administers both programs to stimulate the development and adoption of innovative approaches and technologies on agricultural…
CDFA Seeks Public Comments On New Program Priorities
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is seeking public comments on new program priorities being developed for the 2016 Special Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). Through a two-phase…
Water Cuts Threaten Rice Field Bird Habitat
With rice harvest underway, Sacramento Valley farmers say they’re concerned about getting autumn water on fields for crop decomposition and habitat for migrating birds. Officials have not announced final decisions…
Rural Home-ownership – Part 2
Everyone knows homes will eventually need repairs and some type of modifications. Today Cathy Isom tells us about the USDA program offering home modification help. Rural Home-ownership-2 More details and…
Sales from US Organic Farms up 72 Percent
…and programs. These results will assist with the development of appropriate risk management programs designed to help organic producers,” said NASS Administrator Joseph T. Reilly. “The report also shows that…
2015-2016 Blue Jacket Bonanza Program
The Yuba-Sutter Farm Bureau Fund for Ag Education 501 is proud to announce the application period for the 2015-2016 Blue Jacket Bonanza program is now open. The program is made…