…in effect for one year while Cal/OSHA works on crafting a permanent version of the regulation. The agency will be holding a public advisory meeting on August 27th in Oakland. …
Leading Dairy Co-Ops Form Joint Dairy Marketing Agency
Two of the leading dairy cooperatives are joining forces to establish a dairy marketing agency to maximize the efficiency of both organizations. California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) and Dairy Farmers of…
Growing Tomatoes in Hanging Baskets
…diseases. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=2&v=drr0tPdSSsA Some of the best suited tomato varieties for hanging baskets include: Tumbler, a classic, sweet cherry tomato that’s known for its trailing habit. Hundreds and Thousands: a highly productive…
Administration of Trade Relief Funding Criticized Over Sizable JBS Award
…Perdue back in May, criticizing the agency’s administration of the trade relief funding. The lawmakers pointed out that the USDA’s Trade Mitigation Program is designed to assist U.S. producers who…
Transform Registration for California Cotton on Hold Despite EPA Approval
Although the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the use of sulfoxaflor on a national level, Transform registration in California is going to require an additional regulatory process. The…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 07-17-19
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 decision to approve Sulfoxaflor for several crops,…
Farm Bureau Welcomes Progress on Water Rule Changes
…2015 rule, even though courts have found it illegal. The confusion only heightens the risk farmers and ranchers face in these already uncertain times. “We applaud EPA and the Corps…
Pork Industry Battling Challenges From Trade to Labor Shortage
…for strengthened biosecurity at our borders and is requesting appropriations funding for 600 additional U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agricultural Inspectors at our borders. In his testimony, Herring also highlighted…
Methane Reduction Funding Down but Not Out
…the last two years for methane reduction from manure and in this year’s state budget it’s $34 million,” said Paul Sousa, Director of Environmental Services for Western United Dairymen (WUD). …
EPA Registers Long-Term Uses of Sulfoxaflor While Ensuring Strong Pollinator Protection
Registration provides benefits to growers and is supported by strong science that shows minimal risks for pollinators WASHINGTON (EPA) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is issuing a long-term…
Plants That Grow Best in the Shade
…taproot and hates being transplanted. Italian Parsley Wild Ginger Thyme Tarragon Sweet Woodruff Oregano Anise Cilantro Tarragon is a perennial herb favored for its aromatic, licorice-flavored leaves that are used…
USDA Now Making Payments for New Dairy Margin Coverage Program
…by the 2018 Farm Bill, DMC replaces the Margin Protection Program for Dairy (MPP-Dairy). The program offers protection to dairy producers when the difference between the all-milk price and the…
Almond Matters: Preventing Ant Damage in Orchards
…including orchard history, time of year and environmental considerations. “There’s some people that monitor and treat as needed which is certainly acceptable. Some people just put a bait on every…
Rural Broadband Will Boost Economy, Improve Sustainability and Animal Welfare
…to environmental needs.” The upside to broadband, meanwhile, is significant. Hurst presented the committee with a Farm Bureau study showing that widespread broadband service could boost the agricultural economy by…
