…rural and agricultural issues,” said National Farmers Union President Rob Larew. “By building resilience across the food supply chain, supporting rural vaccine distribution, and offering historically disadvantaged farmers debt relief,…
Farm Workforce Modernization Act Reintroduced with Ag Support
…includes E-Verify for agricultural employers, demonstrating our industry’s commitment to a long-term labor solution.” The National Milk Producers Federation, California Farm Bureau Federation, National Pork Producers Council, and California Fresh…
When Will It Be Safe to Start Planting Plants and Seed Outside
…first fall frost date. To figure out when you’ll likely see the last of ice this winter, check out the map personalized for your zip code through the National Gardening…
Week in Review: Snow and Water Levels Nowhere Near Average, Ag Burning to End
…San Joaquin Valley. Researchers at the University of California, Davis have bred a new walnut variety for California growers. California cotton acreage is expected to decline significantly this year, with…
The Western View: Ag Safety Awareness
…September is National Farm Safety & Health week, which is an educational campaign from the National Safety Council. This week – February 28 to March 7 – is the American…
Speedier COVID Assistance Expected with New USDA Leadership in Place
With the U.S. Department of Agriculture finalizing leadership positions, assistance for producers affected by COVID should be on the way soon. Vice President of Washington Operations for the National Cotton…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
…Produce Marketing Association (PMA), National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, and National Cotton Council. “For any incentive program to be meaningful, it has to be simple, transparent and provide tangible, immediate benefits,”…
Farm City Newsday 1,000 Episodes Celebration Continues with PureCrop1
…the series of giveaways. The company is graciously providing 100 gallons of product valued at more than $6,000 to one lucky winner. National Sales Manager for PureCrop1, Ray Stoll said…
California Producers Already Meet Many Benchmarks of Cotton Trust Protocol
California producers are being encouraged to learn more about the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and the value it can provide. Chairman of the American Cotton Producers of the National Cotton Council, Mark…
Preliminary Grape Crush Down Nearly 14 Percent from 2019
…of grapes were crushed in 2020. The report is compiled by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service and the California Department of Food and Agriculture. 2020 marks the third-lowest crush…
USDA Leadership Continues Taking Shape with Recent Appointments
…through horsemanship. Ducheneaux currently serves as Executive Director of the Intertribal Agriculture Council. The council represents 80,000 Native American producers of all Federally Recognized Tribes. Overall USDA leadership was confirmed…
Goal® 2XL and GoalTender® now exclusively from Nufarm
…cotton, grapes, tree fruit, onions, and many vegetables to keep weeds clear for months. Goal 2XL and GoalTender herbicides add depth and choice for customers, joining existing Nufarm burndown solutions…
Soil Health Innovations Conference Coming Up Next Week
The inaugural Soil Health Innovations Conference has been moved to an online event. The conference is set to take place on March 8 and 9. It will feature national experts, staff from the…
Forecasted Drop in Cotton Acreage Attributed to Uncertainty Ahead
California cotton acreage is expected to decline significantly this year. The National Cotton Council (NCC) announced its projections at its recent Annual Meeting. California is forecasted to experience an overall…