…United States Agricultural Trade Association (WUSATA), a non-profit formed in 1980 by the 13 western state departments of agriculture as well as the territorial departments in Guam and Samoa. For…
Water Supply Allocation Announced for CVP
…the United States, with operations and facilities in the 17 western states. Its facilities also provide substantial flood control, recreation, and fish and wildlife benefits. Visit our website at http://www.usbr.gov….
Veterans Get “What’s Next?” Question Answered
…the United States military. According to the Department of Defense, this results in approximately 1,300 new veterans and their families returning to civilian life every single day, numbers that are…
Some Regions Prime for Dairy Exports
Some economists believe California dairies should pay extra attention to some specific regions of the world. Some Regions Prime for Dairy Exports Dairy production is forecast to grow in several…
Agri View: Soybeans, U. S. Second Largest Crop
…industrial applications. The main producers of soy are the United States (36%), Brazil (36%), Argentina (18%), China (5%) and India (4%). The beans contain significant amounts of phytic acid, alpha-linolenic…
Vilsack to Travel to Germany and France
…TTIP agreement, currently being negotiated between the United States and the European Union, will benefit both parties’ agricultural sectors by stimulating rural economies, streamlining import procedures, providing more food choices…
The Western View: Fake Science
…Yes GMO products absolutely must be tested. However, hysteria and fake science can’t be allowed to rule the day. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West….
Agri View: Farm-Raised
…the border until the shipments are proven to be free of residues from drugs that are not approved in the United States for use in farm-raised aquatic animals. The agency…
Agreement to Raise California’s Minimum Wage Announced
…SEIU United Long Term Care Workers’ Union president Laphonza Butler; Burger King employee Holly Diaz; Senator Mark Leno; California Labor and Workforce Development Agency secretary David Lanier; United Domestic Workers…
National Weed Appreciation Day
…source of protein. Purslane: It may be eaten as a leaf vegetable, but is considered a weed in the United States. It has a slightly sour and salty taste. The…
Agri View: Pigweed Research
…North America. Populations in the eastern United States are probably naturalized. It has also been introduced to Europe, Australia, and other areas. The plant is fast-growing and highly competitive. Uses…
Lettuce Research Grant
…had to face these issues, using less water and less nitrogen,” Still says. Lettuce is a $2 billion industry, and most lettuce consumed in the United States is grown in…
Balance Key to State Water Management
…with the Senate leadership on the Republican side about moving a western water bill,” Nelson says. “We have got to have a vehicle that perhaps doesn’t create a lot of…
What is GMO Food?
…including syrups Lecithin Sugar Vegetable oil Other uses Animal feed Proteins Livestock Recombinant food-grade organisms for healthcare Health and safety Testing Regulation United States Regulations Labeling Detection Controversies Image credit:…