National Ag Day is a day to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture. National Ag Day to be Celebrated March 25 …
Ag Day at the Capital and Funding Ag Education
…on inside that building that has some in the agriculture industry upset and worried about the future of agriculture education. Ag Day at the Capital and Funding Ag Education Gov….
Grape Growers get Insight on Top Issues
…the top problem of powdery mildew. UC Davis Plant Pathologist Doug Gubler talked about effective ways farmers can identify if they have a problem with their crop. Grape Growers Meeting…
Pistachio Growers get Legal Breakdown on Water Ruling
…water issues in California during their 2014 Annual Pistachio Conference. The 9th Circuit’s decision that morning played a big role in a day of information for farmers. Pistachio Conference …
California Ag Day at the Capital
…11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. with a stage program at noon. Several organizations are expected to have exhibits at the event. Last year’s exhibitors included California Women for Agriculture, FFA,…
Debate Over GMO’s Continues
…at Biotechnology Industry Organization, Dr. Cathleen Enright says they are vital to the future of our food production. Debate Over GMO’s Continues For more from Dr. Enright, please CLICK HERE….
Prop 2 Deadline Looming, Lawsuit Grows
…a necessity to keep farmers in business and his warning to other industries who didn’t support California in the fight against HSUS and Prop 2. Egg Lawsuit Part 1 Egg…
Farm Bill Cotton Info Comes to CA
The National Cotton Council is holding 49 meetings across the US for farmers in the 15 cotton belt states. The meetings are focused on educating farmers on the Agriculture Act…
National Seeds Executive on Farm Bill, Pollinator Issues, Specialty Crops and More
Andy LaVigne, President and CEO at American Seed Trade Association, talks about the farm bill, pollinator issues, needs for specialty crops and other other topics. Andy LaVigne Interview…
USDA Announces Support for Smarter Lunchrooms
Team Nutrition Grants Available to Improve the Health and Future of America’s Children WASHINGTON, March 12, 2014 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced $5.5 million in new grants to…
New Ag Zone Brings Farm Awareness to Ball Park
The new Agriculture Zone at Chukchansi Park will feature a farmers market, big red barn, 16′ tall bat and 8′ ball. New Ag Zone Brings Farm Awareness to Ball Park…
Crop Progress Around the State
…had their first cutting but Imperial County farmers are working on their second cutting. Field corn was planted in the Southland. Wheat irrigation continues and is ahead of schedule due…
Leaders Conference Crucial for Policy Change
…Farm Bureau’s Leaders Conference. California Farm Bureau President Paul Wenger says it is important to hear concerns that different farmers have. Taylor Hillman reports. Leaders Conference Crucial for Policy Change…
Renowned Branding Expert Ira Blumenthal Addresses Agriculture
Ira Blumenthal At the California Seed Association meeting in Santa Barbara this week, famed business branding expert Ira Blumenthal says seed companies and farmers should embrace change to remain relevant…