California: First in the Number of Organic Farms and Total Sales In 2014, the United States had 14,093 organic farms producing $5.5 billion in organic products, according to a survey…
Benefits of Farmers’ Markets
…to the public. In the last decade they have become a favorite marketing method for many farmers throughout the United States, and a weekly ritual for many shoppers. In a…
Agri View: Citrus Greening Losses
Photo courtesy of USDA Everett Griner talks about the losses from citrus greening continuing to grow across the United States in today’s Agri View. Citrus Greening Losses From: University of…
Honey Bee Colony Health Survey Results
…losses and can help guide honey bee management decisions in the United States. NASS created the survey questions with input from beekeepers and researchers, and other stakeholders. The results will…
Challenging Conditions in the West
…closely with our partners to protect and restore these vital natural resources in the arid West.” As in most of the country, the most common stressors of western wetlands include…
Agri View: Ornamental Fish
…the European Union are the largest market for ornamental fish; however, the United States (US) is the single largest importer of ornamental fish in the world (FAO 1996-2005; Chapman 2000)….
Farming from the Heart- Hong Kong Holiday
This interview is with an Indonesian woman in Hong Kong. It was an amazing opportunity to talk to the Agriculture supporters outside of the United States. A woman named Annisa…
Western View: Family Vacation
…a break worth taking, one that refreshes your mind and lets you remember why you do what you do. Western View: Visit Castle This spring and summer we’re going to…
Proof of Cargo Theft Task Force Need
The need for a statewide cargo theft task force was evident after law enforcement started seeing similarities in their cases. Task Force Needed Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA) is trying…
Agri View: Ag College Enrollment
…United States. How to Select an Agriculture School The best schools for agriculture separate the subject into its own school separate from the rest of the university. This assures choice…
Leaders Say Lemon Proposal ‘Defies Logic’
A proposed rule will allow Argentinian lemons into the United States and California citrus leaders says this is another gamble in a series of proposals that would increase disease threats….
Agri View: Weather Losses
…regions will experience declines in crop and livestock production from increased stress due to weeds, diseases, insect pests, and other climate change induced stresses. Introduction The United States produces nearly…
Bison Officially the National Mammal of the U.S.
The American bison officially became the national mammal of the United States when President Obama signed the National Bison Legacy Act into law. This majestic animal joins the ranks of…
$10 Million in Green Energy Research
…leverage our domestic energy supply, while also supporting rural economies. This strategy has helped to transform the United States economy into a global leader in renewable energy and an aggressive…