An environmental catastrophe is happening in our state, and we’re not doing anything to fix it. I’m talking about illegal marijuana grows in the national forests. Western View: Illegal Marijuana…
Peanut Tour Stops in California
The National Peanut Board continues its “Perfectly Powerful Peanut” tour with a recent stop in California. Tyron Spearman has the details. Peanut Tour Stops in California…
Stallman Announces Departure in January
…Bureau will remain the same: our grassroots strength and our commitment to strengthening America’s agricultural and rural communities,” Stallman added. In addition to his Farm Bureau roles, Stallman has served…
Cotton Transition Assistance Program Enrollment Begins Today
…is unavailable,” said Dolcini. “To help us provide the best service possible, cotton producers are encouraged to schedule an appointment with their local Farm Service Agency office early in the…
Secretary Vilsack Proclaims August 2-8 National Farmers Market Week
…farmers market locations across the country. On Saturday, Aug. 1, Anne Alonzo, the Administrator of USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) – which conducts research, provides technical assistance, and awards grants…
CDFA Funds 5 ‘Dairy Digester’ Projects in Central Valley
…Valley dairy farmers will have revenue-generation potential by converting agricultural waste into renewable bioenergy. In the process of developing the program guidelines for incentivizing and implementing digesters, CDFA worked closely…
New Ways to Help Meet Nutrition Needs of Low-Income, Homebound Seniors and People with Disabilities
…participation criteria for purchasing and delivery services serving the homebound elderly and disabled, and seeks comment from stakeholders. In addition, USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service will soon begin seeking up…
Smithsonian Exhibit Showcases Agriculture
Patent model of Eli Whitney’s cotton gin The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History is taking visitors back in time. Today Cathy Isom tells us about the exhibit showcasing decades…
Huanglongbing Detected in Los Angeles County
…few years. “Citrus is a cherished part of our landscape and our shared history, as well as a major agricultural crop,” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “CDFA is moving quickly…
Record Number of Farmers and Ranchers Certified Under 2014 Farm Bill Conservation Compliance
…that can still be reconciled. The Farm Service Agency is proactively reaching back out to all of these producers before their sales closing date and working with individuals facing extenuating…
President Obama’s Designation of Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument
…designation of the Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument. The Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument is one of three new national monuments announced by President Obama today that help tell the…
United States and Switzerland Streamline Organic Trade
…the arrangement are being met. “This new partnership reflects the integrity of the National Organic Program and USDA’s rigorous organic standards,” said Anne Alonzo, USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service Administrator, which…
Stamps Celebrating Summer Harvest Season
U.S. Postal Service is issuing ‘Summer Harvest Forever’ stamps. Every summer, some of America’s favorite foods are in season. The U.S. Postal Service celebrates a few of those favorites —…
Asian Citrus Psyllid Detection In Santa Clara County Expands Quarantine Into Alameda County
…who think they may have seen ACP or symptoms of HLB on their trees are urged to call CDFA’s Pest Hotline at 1-800-491-1899 or your local agricultural commissioner’s office (Alameda…