…at this year’s Citrus Expo, which starts today in North Fort Meyers, Florida. The Citrus Expo is held each year by our parent company, AgNet Media. Taylor Hillman flew out…
NFU on COOL: Consumers Have a Right To Know
…imports of food. Recently, a District Court of Appeals ruled in favor of COOL 9-2. However, the World Trade organization will have a say as well. Johnson questions the small…
As Trade Mission to Mexico Ends, Collaborative Efforts Will Continue
Members of the California agricultural delegation in Mexico City. From left, Craig McNamara, State Board of Food and Agriculture President; Felipe Chavez, Mexico City wholesaler; Chris Rosander, Raisin Administrative Committee;…
Recapping the 2014 California State Fair by the Numbers
…three weeks on or near Cal Expo’s portion of the American River Parkway, a freeway closure on Wells Fargo Kid’s Day due to the fires, record viewership in California of…
USDA Announces Grants to Help Veterans and Minority Farmers Get Started in Agriculture
…will build a stronger agricultural future for our country and for the world.” Deputy Secretary Harden made this announcement at the White House during the Future of American Agriculture Champions…
Global Food Safety Agreement Signed by China and UC Davis
…Science and Technology. “Today’s agreement is a landmark event for UC Davis and for our World Food Center and serves as yet another indication of our worldwide leadership in food…
Innovation Allows Livestock Producers and Rice Farmers to Solve Each Other’s Problems
…UC research into using rice straw for livestock feed will be helpful throughout the world. Asian farmers produce rice straw in great abundance and their livestock would benefit significantly if…
Tours Bring Foreign Buyers
New product tours for the Fresno Food Expo are bringing more foreign buyers to California. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman has the story. Tours Bring Foreign Buyers Two product tours have…
Expo Changes Increase Opportunities
A central valley food expo is fast approaching with a few changes that may benefit growers this year. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman has the story. Expo Changes Increase Opportunities The…
Drinking Recycled Water in 5 Years
One of the world’s leaders in recycled water for agriculture use is located on the central coast and has a clear view of what the future holds. Taylor Hillman has…
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA June 27
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. – 4th of July, World Cup and Summer Party Food Safety Tips – USDA…
USDA and USTR Name New Members to Agricultural Trade Advisory Committees
…economic growth has been due to exports. In 2013, American exports were a record $2.28 trillion. Agricultural exports alone reached a record $140.9 billion and supported nearly one million jobs…
Cap-and-Trade Program Topic of Meeting
…and Agriculture advises the governor and the CDFA secretary on agricultural issues and consumer needs. The state board conducts forums that bring together local, state and federal government officials, agricultural…
USDA Announces New Support for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers
…them succeed. “New and beginning farmers are the future of American agriculture,” said Deputy Secretary Harden. “The average age of an American farmer is 58 and rising, so we must…