…approach is taken. It is also advised to consult with local Agricultural Commissioners in regard to buffer zones and aerial restrictions. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News…
Public and Private Sector See Growth Potential in Organic Production
…the environmental benefits that it can provide. Director of Legislative Affairs for the Organic Trade Association, Megan Debates said it’s an exciting time in the organic industry. The feeling among…
USDA Hosting Webinars to Assist Cattle Industry Members
…include personnel from USDA Cattle and Carcass Training Centers, the CME Group, and USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service. Listen to the radio report below. USDA Hosting Webinars to Assist Cattle Industry…
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Webinar for Western Producers
…to join the effort. For those unable to participate in the webinar aimed at western producers, other webinars are also scheduled over the next five weeks. Listen to the radio…
CAPCA Conference Wraps Up Its First Online Edition
The California Association of Pest Control Advisors (CAPCA) recently concluded the online edition of its annual conference. A multitude of presentations and continuing education credits were available between October 12…
Mandarins Showing Promise in First Objective Survey
USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service conducted the Mandarin Objective Measurement Survey for the first time this year, getting a baseline for California production. Because it is a new survey, a…
Agricultural Committees Undergo Leadership Changes
Leadership positions in Congressional agricultural committees will undergo some changes in light of the recent election. Both the U.S. Senate and House Ag Committees are going to be led by…
H-2A Labor Rates Stay the Same Through 2022
…Cost Index. The index is a function of the Bureau of Labor Statistics and is a national average that will cover most agricultural jobs. All of this could change after…
Water Board Enforcement Actions Being Taken on Dairies
Dairy producers will need to be mindful of potential enforcement actions from the Central Valley Regional Water Quality Control Board. Director of Environmental Services for Western United Dairies, Paul Sousa explained…
EPA Finalized Rule for Exclusion Zones for Pesticide Applications
…to those individuals that are working on the farm and also makes it clear that these requirements only apply on the agricultural operation within those boundaries and don’t require these…
H-2A Wages to Remain Stable Over the Next Two Years
…them make long term business decisions rather than facing uncertainty year after year.” The final rule will improve the consistency of AEWRs and strengthen protection for agricultural workers involved in…
India’s Dairy Producers Work to Block Trade Deal with U.S.
…significant issue in discussions related to the proposed India-European Free Trade Association. The agreement would reportedly include Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein. New Zealand and Australia have also been working…
Week in Review: Safflower as Dairy Forage and Addressing ACP Finds North of Grapevine
…in trappings of Asian citrus psyllid found north of the Grapevine. The Association of California Water Agencies recently submitted a document to Governor Gavin Newsom highlighting the need to reprioritize…
Tri-National Agricultural Accord Highlights Importance of USMCA
State and provincial agriculture officials from North America met virtually last week for the 29th annual Tri-National Agricultural Accord. The online event gathered members of the National Association of State…