The Tax Aggie Coalition has voiced concerns about the proposed changes to federal tax policy. More than 40 national and regional agricultural organizations comprise the coalition. A letter was sent…
USDA Grants for Urban Ag and Innovative Production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing support for urban agriculture and innovative production projects. Up to $4 million in USDA grants is available from the Office of Urban…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-02-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering disadvantaged farmer debt relief brings substantial assistance for CA,…
Updates to the Housing for the Harvest as the Pandemic Continues
During the height of the pandemic, many essential workers in the agriculture industry came into contact with the COVID-19 virus. Due to close working and housing quarters, many became ill…
Growing Tea for Profit May Be Good for Agriculture Producers
Why you might want to consider growing your own tea for profit. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Tea is a staple in many households across this Land…
What Research Tells Us About the Future of California’s Citrus Industry
…crop year. However, as this crop continues to flourish, citrus growers would be remiss not to recognize the dangerous pest and disease which continues to loom over the industry, threatening…
Pallet Shortages Create New Transportation Challenge for Agriculture
Pallet shortages are adding to the list of transportation challenges facing the food and agriculture industry. The lack of availability is causing concern within the industry, as growers and shippers…
U.S. Officials Taking Action on USMCA Dairy Dispute
U.S. officials are moving forward in addressing a dairy dispute related to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). A dispute settlement panel has been requested and established to review actions taken by…
Health Bite: Calories 101
What kind of energy can you put in your mouth? Any guesses?… It’s a calorie! Hi, I’m Rachel Eslick with your AgNet West Health Bite. Today we’re doing a crash…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 06-01-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering an increase in funding for nutritional programs found in…
Just a Few Helpful Tips for Growing Great Strawberries
Some helpful tips for growing great strawberries. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Strawberries bed covered with protective mesh from birds. / Shutterstock Aside from good soil, steady water,…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 05-31-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering USDA’s record export forecast but still no reason for…
Internal Cooking Temp Remains Same Even if Price of Meat is Higher at Market
Proper internal cooking temperatures remain the same, even if the price of meat is higher at the market. Meat prices at the grocery store might be a little higher for…
PD/GWSS Board Supports Project to Develop Powdery Mildew Resistance in Grapevines
The Pierce’s Disease/Glassy-winged Sharpshooter (PD/GWSS) Board has approved more than $2.1 million in funding for a dozen research projects. A project out of Oregon State University looks to evaluate the…