The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) are proposing a clear, understandable, and implementable definition of “waters of the United States” that clarifies federal…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 12-11-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. About the Author Danielle Leal Facebook Twitter MMJ/Anchor for AgNet West Radio Network. Sponsored Content Let’s…
Self-Fertile Almond Varieties Starting to Show Characteristics
Self-fertile almond varieties are becoming more popular as time goes on and the more the industry produces. Independence is the most popular self-fertile variety in the industry with enough time and…
NCBA to Congress: Vote “Yes” to Get 2018 Farm Bill Across the Finish Line
…uncertain times, agricultural operations and rural communities depend on the certainty the Farm Bill provides. “NCBA was pleased to see authorization of a new Foot-and-Mouth Disease Vaccine (FMD) bank. The FMD…
Dollar General to Increase Fresh Produce Offerings in 2019
The budget-oriented retail chain, Dollar General has announced plans to further expand grocery offerings to include more fresh produce in more locations. In reporting on third-quarter earnings, Dollar General CEO…
Caring for Homegrown Christmas Trees
…should only be coming from the interior of the tree. If you notice outer needles are falling or the needles are turning yellow, it’s possible the tree is either diseased…
Secretary Perdue Statement on Release of Farm Bill Conference Report
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement regarding the release of the 2018 Farm Bill conference report: “I welcome the introduction of the Farm Bill conference committee…
House and Senate Ag Committee Leaders Release Farm Bill Conference Report
…manage their risk. It also invests $300 million in the prevention and response for animal pests and disease. More broadly, the bill invests in research, outreach to beginning & underserved…
New Sexual Harassment Training Requirements Beginning in 2019
A new law comes into effect in January and makes significant changes to sexual harassment training requirements. Prior to the new regulations coming into effect, sexual harassment prevention training did…
Cattlemen Urge Action to Reduce Trade Barriers in Japan
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Kevin Kester urged the Trump Administration to move quickly to tear down trade barriers for U.S. beef in Japan. Speaking at a public hearing on the…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 12-10-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. About the Author Danielle Leal Facebook Twitter MMJ/Anchor for AgNet West Radio Network. Sponsored Content Let’s…
Environmental Footprint of California Livestock Often Gets Inflated
While livestock production does contribute to emission levels, the fact that California is a global leader in production efficiency and sustainability can sometimes be lost in the conversation about animal…
Indoor Heat Threshold Change and Note Keeping
The new indoor heat standard coming for California recently changed a key requirement. “Originally the standard had spoken to 80 degrees but has since been changed to 82,” AgSafe Assistant…
Planting Christmas Trees for Yearly Harvest
Cathy Isom began her Christmas tree series telling you about the different types of trees, and some of their good qualities. Today, Cathy is letting you know how to get…