A possible change to paid sick leave is gaining momentum and needs attention from California’s agriculture industry. Assembly Bill 555 is an act to amend current paid sick leave requirements…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-05-19
…what’s going on with export markets. In California news, there’s a new Integrated Pest Management model available which takes a more systems-oriented approach and the California Rice Commission provides an…
Senate Committee Educated on Livestock Emissions
Livestock emissions have been blamed as a major contributor to climate change, prompting some to believe that forgoing the consumption of animal products will have a meaningful impact on reducing…
Final EPA Rule Exempts Farms From Emissions Reporting
…their farms. “This rule is the final piece in the implementation of the FARM Act, which passed Congress with overwhelming bipartisan support last year and eliminated the need for livestock…
Corteva™ Separates from DowDuPont to Form Leading Pure-Play Agriculture Company
…launch of a new kind of agriculture company, well positioned to compete and win by providing farmers the complete solution they need for sustainable, long-term growth and improved profitability,” said Jim…
New IPM Model Takes Systems Approach to Addressing Modern Issues
…IPM model embraces a systems approach to addressing pest management techniques. “The new model actually encompasses everything that is there that influences integrated pest management. We do give the title…
New Survey Examines Consumers’ Understanding of the Environmental Impact of Chicken Production
…agriculture. NCC announced the new survey as the Sustainable Brands ’19 Conference kicks off today in Detroit. According to survey results, knowledge of the environmental impact of chicken among consumers…
Prevention is Key for California Tree Nut Growers
…Fungicide Resistance Action Committee has established guidelines for resistance management and is a valuable resource for growers looking ahead at best practices for chemistry rotation. Choose Products That Fit Specific…
Industry Response to Ruling on Year-Round Sale Of E15 Gasoline
…U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) final rule allowing retailers to sell gasoline containing 15% ethanol (E15) year-round. Today’s action fulfills President Trump’s promise to eliminate the summertime prohibition on E15,…
Food Safety Workshops for Produce and Livestock Operations
…and livestock management practices can be better coordinated to increase overall food safety. The workshops are being conducted by the UC Davis Western Institute for Food Safety and Security. Information…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 05-30-19
…can miss the big picture. It’s warming up around the state but the wet weather has complicated weed management, Brian German has a report on that and story about one legislative item…
Unseasonable Rains Contribute to Weed Control Issues
…added diligence in weed management approaches. “I think it’s definitely going to impact weeds. It’s probably going to stimulate germination that we might not normally see, particularly in systems that…
Almond Update: Stewardship Tour Exposes Regulators to Sustainable Efforts
…Listen to Ludwig’s full interview that details all of the stops on the tour. Almond Update: Stewardship Tour Exposes Regulators to Sustainable Efforts About the Author Taylor Hillman Sponsored Content…
Oriental Fruit Fly Eradicated From Sacramento and Yolo Counties
…A total of 15 male flies and one female fly were detected. Following the principles of Integrated Pest Management (IPM), CDFA primarily used the “male attractant” technique to eradicate this…