…and versatility of pistachios. “This is probably our ninth or tenth year here at Clovis Farmers Market,” said APG Executive Director Richard Matoian. “It’s right in the middle of pistachio…
Off-Year Pistachio Crop Lighter Than Expected; Size and Quality Strong
…Executive Director Richard Matoian. “So, that’s a little disappointing there.” Nut size and quality become even more important factors for years that are expected to be lighter in terms of…
2019 Enrollment Deadline for the Dairy Margin Coverage Program Is Sept. 20
…program opened enrollment on June 17,” said FSA Administrator Richard Fordyce. “DMC is a great risk management tool that protects against narrowing margins caused by down turns in the market…
Almond Update: Maintaining Relationship Amid China Trade Dispute
…Almond Board of California recently visited the China Chamber of Commerce at their annual China International Tree Nuts Conference. ABC President and CEO Richard Waycott said it’s a significant trip…
Which of the Five Common Breed of Honeybees is Best for You?
…Western honey bee. By Richard Bartz, Munich Makro Freak & Beemaster Hubert Seibring, Munich which gave me advice and a protection suite 😉 My dog caught 6 bee-stings on the…
DOL Moves to Make H-2A User-Friendly
Mexican-American farm workers are hoeing between rows of potatoes on this large Central California farm. Credit: Richard Thornton / Shutterstock.com The H-2A program seems to be getting a revamp finally….
Disaster Relief Aid Finally Passes in the House
…together after Senator Richard Shelby of Alabama, chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and Senator David Perdue of Georgia, secured a commitment from President Trump to support the bill. So…
USDA Reminds Producers of Approaching Marketing Assistance Loan Deadlines
Image by DESPIERRES from Pixabay May 31 Deadline for Feed Grains, Upland Cotton, Soybeans and Minor Oilseeds U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Richard Fordyce reminds…
Conservation Reserve Program Sign Ups Begin in June
…the country. “USDA offers a variety of conservation programs to farmers and ranchers, and the Conservation Reserve Program is an important tool for private lands management,” FSA Administrator Richard Fordyce…
Almond Update: Subjective Forecast Expected, Low Carry-Over for 2019
…also showed that unsold inventory is much less than in 2018 and Almond Board of California President and CEO Richard Waycott said that the market is setting up nicely for…
USDA Announces Repayment Options for Producers with Coverage in Previous MPP for Dairy
…sequestration rate. “USDA recognizes that dairy producers have faced tough challenges over the years, so we’re providing them some help,” said FSA Administrator Richard Fordyce. “This repayment for part of…
OFAC Begins Educational Seminar Series in Salinas
…a grower panel.” Vegetable Crop Production and Weed Science advisor for UCCE Monterey County, Richard Smith will also be discussing weed control practices in organic vegetable production at the Salinas…
Deadline Extended for Producers to Certify 2018 Crop Production for MFP Payments
…said FSA Administrator Richard Fordyce. “The MFP payments provide short-term relief from retaliatory tariffs to supplement the traditional farm safety net, helping agricultural producers through these difficult times. Weather conditions…
California Almond Acreage Increases in 2018
…a leader in responsible practices, from the orchard to the processor,” said Almond Board President and CEO Richard Waycott. “The Almond Orchard 2025 Goals act as a guidepost on our…