…He was a regular contributor to California Farmer Magazine. His commentary “The Western View” is a regular feature on Farm City Newsday and AgNet West. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester…
Renewal Applications for CSP Being Extended
…are encouraged to visit the CSP webpage or contact their local USDA service center. Listen to the radio report below. Renewal Applications for CSP Being Accepted Through March 31 About the Author Brian…
USDA Seeks Comment on Climate-Smart Agriculture Approach
…on Tackling the Climate Crisis at Home and Abroad. “USDA is committed to addressing climate change through actions that are farmer, rancher, and forest landowner-focused and that create new market…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-24-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the new Sustainable Pest Management Work Group created by…
DWR Issues Allocation Reduction for State Water Project
…moving forward. The State Water Resources Control Board recently issued notices to approximately 40,000 farmers, municipal officials, and others, warning of potential water supply shortages. Water rights holders were encouraged…
USDA to Provide $75 Million for Alternative Practices for Conservation
…Regional Conservation Partnership Program’s (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA). The AFA program prioritizes conservation solutions at multiple levels that emphasize a non-traditional approach. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…the unique and irreplaceable value that farmers, ranchers, foresters, farmworkers, and other agricultural stewards have contributed to our Nation’s past and present,” President Joe Biden stated in a White House…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-23-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering bond legislation to improve California’s food system, the new…
Capitol Ag Day: A Chance to Counter the Farm Sector COVID Response Narrative
Every year, California Farm Bureau hosts a day at the State Capitol dedicated to agriculture. This year’s event is on March 23, and will be held virtually for all Farm…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-22-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the need for Senate action on the Farm Workforce…
Final Rule for Domestic Hemp Production Goes into Effect Today
…The final rule also extends the timing of sample collection to 30 days before harvest. More details about the hemp production program are available through USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service. Listen to…
‘Critically Important’ Farm Workforce Bill Receives House Approval
…have some stability in our workforces.” Passage of the farm workforce bill has received significant support from a number of industry organizations including the American Farm Bureau Federation and the…
Lawmakers Support Push to Address Container Shortages
…In the meantime, we call on the Commission to provide monthly updates to Congress until the matter is resolved.” The letter was sent after FMC indicated the agency would be…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-19-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the ‘hit and miss’ progress of farm employee vaccinations,…