California Advances Climate Goals with Biomass Incentive Mandate The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will soon be tasked with developing incentives for biomass-based products as part of the state’s long-term…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-26-25
…programs, the discussion emphasizes the urgency of making legal farm labor affordable and accessible—especially for small farmers. Wolves, Cattle, and Conservation Clashes As gray wolf populations grow in California, ranchers…
Fresno County Farm Bureau: Advocating for Agriculture Since 1917
…not Mother Nature, that determines the course of our day-to-day lives.” He also highlighted the Bureau’s educational role. “We provide resources, training, and seminars that keep our producers informed and…
California Farming at a Crossroads
…the U.S. becomes reliant on foreign sources for its fresh produce, he cautioned, it would lose control over the very resources that sustain public health. A Call to Prioritize Nutrition…
CDFA Expands Quarantine to Contain Pest Outbreak in Orange County
California Officials Respond Swiftly to Agricultural Pest Threat Exotic Fruit Flies USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has intensified efforts to…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…he said. “It’s created pricing discrepancies and enforcement challenges.” Advice for Restaurants and Retailers As a former restaurant owner and chef, Hill offered advice to today’s food service professionals: “Be…
California Agriculture: A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call?
…A Crisis in the Making or a Wake-Up Call? Jacobsen pointed to the Central Valley’s unique combination of natural resources—fertile soil, abundant sunshine, and access to water—paired with hardworking people,…
Ryan Jacobsen: Defending California Agriculture
…industry, provide training and resources, and educate both policymakers and the public. “Our farmers’ day-to-day lives are more determined by what goes on in Sacramento now than what Mother Nature…
Addressing Wolf-Livestock Conflicts: California’s Innovative Approach
In an era where wildlife conservation often collides with agricultural practices, the issue of livestock depredation by gray wolves in California has garnered significant attention. The California Department of Fish…
Almond Board Launches First-Ever Production Research Summit
…engage directly with researchers. “Growers are not only our funders, they’re also the users of our research. Their feedback helps us refine priorities and improve outcomes,” Saa emphasized. Resources and…
July 15th Deadline: FSA Urges Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports
DepositPhotos image July 15th Deadline: FSA Urges Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is reminding producers across the country to submit…
California’s Water Crisis: Time to Turn Policy into Action
…from experts and community advocates alike. The continued waste of vital water resources amid executive orders and strong water years suggests a critical breakdown between policy intent and policy execution….
Rich Kreps Sounds Alarm on California’s Water Storage Failures
Rich Kreps, pistachio grower and chairman of the American Pistachio Growers Board, is calling attention to California’s mismanagement of water resources, especially on the west side of Fresno. Speaking with…
California Assembly Clears Path for E-15 Fuel Sales
…Resources Board (CARB) completes its rulemaking process. California Assembly Clears Path for E-15 Fuel Sales The bill received a 65 to vote in the Assembly, reflecting strong bipartisan support. Because…