Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering CA/OSHA revising the COVID ETS, an industry survey that…
VofV: Technical Cross-Pollination Helps Agtech Advancement
…out more at WGA.com. Listen to episode 2 of 2 of the “On the Farm” episode with Neill Callis of Turlock Fruit Company and Walt Duflock of Western Growers. In…
Producers Have Until July 23 to Apply for CRP General
…for the CRP General. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will also be accepting applications for CRP Grasslands through August 20. The signup options for both programs have been updated this…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 06-17-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering helpful resources provided to growers through ABC’s Industry Roadshow,…
Uncertainty Remains as Some Markets Begin to Pick Up Demand
As markets for agricultural products begin to increase their demand, some uncertainty remains. Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO, Ryan Jacobsen said that the slow reopening of some schools was a…
How to Use and Plant the Beneficial Weed Goosegrass
…Plus, it makes an effective trap crop for aphids. Goosegrass Seeds-Pinterest image Goosegrass is a weed and can grow in a wide range of environments, but grows best in USDA…
Making Plans for Heat Illness Prevention as Temperatures Rise
With the first official day of summer around the corner, several areas of California are already experiencing triple-digit temperatures. Nonetheless, this does not excuse farm laborers from showing up to…
Opposing AB 616: Farm Bureau Supports Secret Ballot for Union Voting
…to voice their opinions to lawmakers. “If you’re not a member of the Farm Team, join the Farm Team today. If you are a member, be sure you respond to…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-16-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering USDA Deputy Ag Secretary talks farmers’ role in climate-smart…
Research Project Takes Closer Look at Potential Value of Manure
…different factors. Agronomy and Nutrient Management Farm Advisor, Nick Clark said the project is looking to provide answers to a variety of questions. Interest has been increasing globally in things…
Debt Forgiveness for Disadvantaged Farmers on Hold After Judge’s Ruling
The debt forgiveness assistance program for socially disadvantaged farmers is on hold for now after a recent ruling by a federal judge. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) had been…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 06-15-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering heat illness prevention, the prune crop looking good with…
Acreage of Mechanically Harvested Raisins Declines, But Percentage Increases
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the acreage of California raisins that are mechanically harvested has declined overall, but the percentage has increased. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, in…
USDA to Provide Nearly $42 Million for Drought Response
…to address the impacts of drought and other natural resource challenges. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is making funding assistance available through Conservation Incentive Contracts. The contracts are a…