…in addition to revenue protection for hemp offered under the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection plan of insurance. Also, beginning with the 2021 crop year, hemp will be insurable under the nursery…
Almond Update: Bee Friendly Farming Teaming Up With CASP
…developed and Director of Programs and Operations Kelly Rourke said the Almond Board of California’s new Pollinator Protection Plan will align with their certification standards. Listen to Rourke’s full interview. …
Preventing Ice Damage to Your Plants
…place. If you have plants that are susceptible to damage but are appropriate to your zone, you’ll need to give them some protection during the winter. During the winter, cover…
NCBA Unveils Top Policy Priorities For 2020
…after Congressional introduction of the so-called Green New Deal: climate policy. NCBA plans to “Continue to push back against misguided climate policies while advancing the U.S. cattle industry’s tremendous environmental…
Growing Cress, a Nutrient Powerhouse
…case, plant in partial shade so the plant has some protection during the heat of the day. Cress is the perfect green to grow in containers and doesn’t require loads…
Nufarm Will Soon Market Goal 2XL and GoalTender Herbicides
…performs at lower rates with less environmental load. All labeled use rates deliver burndown of existing broadleaves and provide long-lasting pre- and post-emergence activity. Goal 2XL and GoalTender herbicides add…
Third MFP Payment Coming This Week
…did with China.” The third MFP payment will be made by the USDA Farm Service Agency to producers of various types of crops including upland cotton, wheat, sorghum, long grain…
EPA Makes Final Review Decision on Glyphosate
The Environmental Protection Agency periodically assesses herbicides and pesticides to determine the chemicals’ functionality and safety. During this process, the agency accepts public comments, conducts research and undergoes registration review….
Farm City Newsday Monday, 02-03-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the EPA’s interim decision on glyphosate, how a tragic…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 01-31-20
…Navigable Waters Protection rule, fungi-based proteins that are entering the imitation meat market this year and get more details on the USMCA. Tune in to the show for these news…
Chlorpyrifos Workgroup Doing ‘Great Job’ Addressing Complex Issue
…University of California personnel, environmental justice groups, an agricultural commissioner, pest control advisors, and representatives from several agricultural commodity groups. “When the task force report comes out this spring, I…
California Unlikely to Benefit from New Navigable Waters Protection Rule
It is doubtful that the new Navigable Waters Protection Rule will provide any benefits to California’s farmers and ranchers. Because of the rules that the State Water Board established last…
USDA Leads Efforts in International Year of Plant Health
…agricultural items to U.S. Customs and Border Protection when returning from international travel so they can make sure these items are free of pests. Contacting your local State Office before you buy…
LGMA to Reform Food Safety Practices
…in Salinas on Tuesday, February 4, to allow industry members to discuss potential research opportunities for evaluating environmental factors which may be contributing to outbreaks of illness. Listen to the…
