…into June this year, was back in 2011 when it was more than 300 percent of the average. According to information from the California Department of Water Resources, the state’s…
Secretary Perdue Statement on Disaster and Trade-Related Assistance
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement on disaster and trade-related assistance: “Whether it’s because of natural disasters or unfair retaliatory tariffs, farmers across the country are…
ARS Efforts Should Help Ensure Our Wheat Supply
Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their partners published a study today that should boost efforts to develop new varieties of wheat that are better equipped to resist a fungal…
USDA Proposes New Regulations for Animal Diagnostic Labs
USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is looking to simplify the process for animal diagnostic labs to perform important livestock disease testing. The agency is proposing an update to…
California Wine Industry Reacts to Two Bill Passages
…from the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program, which is administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency.” The CAWG also applauded the passage of a bill that allocates…
Tips for Growing Cauliflower at Home
…remain white. Unbalanced cauliflowers turn yellow-brown, which is their natural color. They’re still edible, but just a bit unappetizing to look at. Colored varieties don’t require blanching. I’m Cathy Isom……
Nearly Half of Annual Water Use Reports Still Need to be Filed
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) is warning water rights holders that failure to file their annual reports will result in significant fines. Annual water use reports for all…
Final EPA Rule Exempts Farms From Emissions Reporting
…farmers to estimate and report to the federal government emissions from the natural breakdown of manure,” said NPPC President David Herring, and a pork producer from Lillington, North Carolina. “That…
Disaster Relief Aid Finally Passes in the House
The U.S. House finally followed the Senate’s lead and approved the $19.1 billion disaster relief package late Monday. The measure is designed to help ag producers impacted by natural disasters…
Strawberry Mite Control Helped by Lesser-known Predator
Courtesy UCANR Natural predators can drive mite control in a lot of crops, and a lesser-known insect is helping in strawberries. Santa Maria’s Manzanita Berry farms have a lot of success…
New Survey Examines Consumers’ Understanding of the Environmental Impact of Chicken Production
…video, offering consumers, foodservice experts and others a look into chicken farmers and their various sustainability practices. Please view the newly released video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jV8RY0IIMRc “As sustainability in agriculture continues to…
National FFA’s Washington Leadership Conference Instills Importance of Growth, Leadership, Community Service
…service plans that will make a difference in their communities. Courtesy National FFA This year is no different. Created in 1969 and held annually, the conference begins June 4 at…
Prevention is Key for California Tree Nut Growers
…California has first-tier consultant networks and PCAs that scout fields daily, providing an invaluable service to growers who want to be well-informed about unique pressures their crop will face and…
EPA Delivers On President Trump’s Promise To Allow Year-Round Sale Of E15 Gasoline
…the Internal Revenue Service to promote collaboration and support efforts to prevent against RIN and blender tax credit fraud. More information is available here: https://www.epa.gov/renewable-fuel-standard-program/final-rulemaking-modifications-fuel-regulations-provide-flexibility Final Rule (PDF) Response to Comments…