…for farmers in any county in California. “Maybe you’re concerned about water quality, or soil erosion. Maybe you’re interested in building the health of your soil, for future generations,” said…
National H-2A Workforce Sets New Record
…size of the overall H-2A workforce, growing by just over 20 percent in 2018. The state’s farmers have traditionally had mixed feelings about the H-2A program. A California Farm Bureau…
Celebrating National Pickle Day
…National Pickle Day Today is National Pickle Day. Whether you prefer them Dill, Gherkin, Brined, Kosher Dill, Polish, or Bread and Butter, just to name a few, there’s probably a…
“We Believe in Growing” Scholarship Applications Now Available
…the future leaders of the agriculture industry,” said Jerry Sinift, CEO, International Agri-Center®. “Our partnership with E.M. Tharp has been an incredible experience and we are honored to work with…
Proposition 12 Deadline May Be More Ambitious Than Realistic
…to overhaul their facilities to conform to the new spacing standards. Hog farmers will have until 2022 to meet the new requirements. American producers that do not update their farming…
Agricultural Stewardship of Water Highlighted in Survey
…The survey typically provides a more accurate picture of agricultural water use, which often highlights the stewardship characteristics of American farmers. “There’s a general notion that maybe the ag sector…
Farm Bill’s Future Unknown as Congress Reshuffles After Election
While the midterm election has come and gone, the 2018 Farm Bill’s future remains to be seen. There are various conflicting reports indicating that a farm bill decision could be…
Wildfire Affected Winegrape Growers Seek Congress Support
…winegrapes that would help limit future damage. “The intensity and frequency of wildfires has increased around the world and this devastating reality has been made abundantly clear in California,” said…
Cattlemen’s College Set For New Orleans in January
…event, sponsored by Zoetis and produced by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. It is being presented in conjunction with the 2019 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show. A highlight…
USDA Partners with Communities to Bring High-Speed Broadband e-Connectivity Infrastructure to Rural Areas
…million American households who lack reliable, affordable, high-speed internet are in rural areas. USDA’s investments in broadband infrastructure are helping transform rural America, providing innovation and technology to increase economic…
Tips to Prevent Animal Activist from Trespassing
…risk and tamper with the biosecurity of the farm and animals as well. Hannah Thompson Weeman of Animal Agriculture Alliance gives tips for farmers to keep unwanted groups off their…
Easy Peel Avocado Looking to Copy Citrus Success
…peel. It’s called EasyAvo and the variety is being grown in South America. Growers have finally produced enough yield to test the fruit on the market. Westfalia Fruit is the…
Concerns About Integrity as Organic Production Gets Easier
Organic production has grown significantly in recent years and that growth of the industry has created some concern for the future. Long time organic growers want the industry to remain…
Celebrating National Peanut Butter Lovers Month
…of Ours. Celebrating National Peanut Butter Lovers Month For all of November, it’s National Peanut Butter Lovers Month. The perfect time to satisfy all of your peanut butter cravings. It’s…