…efforts will take place in the near future in the area immediately surrounding the detection. This is the second detection of ACP in San Luis Obispo County. The first detection…
National Farmers’ Market Week Highlights Connections Between Consumers, Farmers
The annual National Farmers Market Week is being observed this week (August 3-9). It’s a time worth celebrating because of the key role farmers’ markets play in connecting consumers to…
Counties Busy with Drought Meetings
…Wegis said they have attended many meetings in the past month regarding future water plans and groundwater management. Wegis said they are focusing on the little water that is available,…
New Data Reflects the Continued Demand for Farmers Markets
…National Farmers Market Directory numbers reflect the continued importance of farmers markets to American agriculture. Since its inception, the directory has proven to be a valuable tool for accessing up-to-date…
Golden State Experience for NAFB
This slideshow requires JavaScript. The National Association of Farm Broadcasters was in California last week to see firsthand how some operations work out on the west coast. Golden State Experience…
2013 California Almond Nursery Sales Report
Objective The primary objective of the California Almond Nursery Sales Survey is to estimate future almond acres based on the number of almond trees sold for new plantings. This report…
Long Wait for Well Pump Help
Several years ago farmers in California could rely on ditch water to aid in their irrigation supply. Tulare County farmer Jerry Silva, like many others around the state, has not…
Celebrating 100 Years of Agriculture
A call for history and tradition is wrapping up this week for California farmers. The Kern County Farm Bureau is celebrating its 100 year…
California Milk Advisory Board Partners with Coolhaus to Celebrate Ice Cream Month and the Sensational “Ice Cream” Sandwiches of Summer
July is National Ice Cream Month, a month dedicated to enjoying and indulging in America’s favorite cool, creamy treat. In celebration of California’s continuing role as the number one producer…
As Trade Mission to Mexico Ends, Collaborative Efforts Will Continue
…CDFA Secretary Karen Ross; Richard Matoian, American Pistachio Growers; Bryce Lundberg, State Food and Ag Board Member; and Jake Lewin, California Certified Organic Farmers. (Photo from ca.gov Planting Seeds) Our…
Water Situation Forcing Farmers’ Hands
…Water Situation Forcing Farmers’ Hands Tulare County farmer Jerry Silva says he hasn’t grown beans for many years, opting for the crop this year due to several of his wells…
California and Mexico – a Win-Win Relationship
CDFA Secretary Karen Ross with Mr. Raúl Urteaga Trani, General Coordinator of International Affairs at SAGARPA (Photo from ca.gov Planting Seeds) It speaks volumes that during our meetings in Mexico,…
Recapping the 2014 California State Fair by the Numbers
…Ronald Reagan in 1968 the current Cal Expo facilities were dedicated as a place to celebrate California’s achievement, preserve a slice of Americana, and provide a window into the future….
USDA Announces Grants to Help Veterans and Minority Farmers Get Started in Agriculture
…will build a stronger agricultural future for our country and for the world.” Deputy Secretary Harden made this announcement at the White House during the Future of American Agriculture Champions…