…billion of which is a result of the increased tariffs on Chinese goods. According to figures from the U.S. Census Bureau, overall April 2019 exports were down more than two…
Vaccine Investigators Use Bacterium’s Own Protein Against It
…A team of Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and university scientists is investigating a new “ingredient” for use in vaccinating cattle against Johne’s disease, a chronic wasting affliction that costs the U.S….
‘Young Farmers Success Act’ to Relieve Agricultural Student Loan Debt
…bill aims to relieve some of the financial burdens on students pursuing an agricultural career. The bill summary states its intention “to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to…
Squaring Off Against the Unknown, California Hemp Grower Bets Big
…the first operation of its kind in the area, the farm will be exploring a new agricultural frontier. While some farming aspects may transfer over to hemp, such as irrigation…
Western View: Honoring Old Bill
…the Author Len Wilcox Len Wilcox is a retired scientist who also ran a newspaper and has written for agricultural publications since the 1980s. He was a regular contributor to…
Climate-Smart Agriculture Assistance Available Through UCCE
…Extension Community (UCCE) can provide assistance with the selection and implementation of different farming practices. UCCE can also help with the application process for various agricultural programs offered through the…
Perdue Headlining Forbes AgTech Summit, Continuing Innovation Focus
…world’s biggest agricultural leaders, investors and entrepreneurs looking to find solutions for some of the world’s most critical food and agricultural challenges. Other key speakers include Beth Ford, President &…
217 Projects Receive Nearly $13 Million in Healthy Soils Grants
…as well as on-farm demonstration projects. “California leads the nation in supporting innovative climate-smart agriculture programs that address on-farm challenges and promote agricultural and environmental sustainability,” CDFA Secretary Karen Ross…
Ag Groups and Others Stress Importance of USMCA Ratification
…for the agricultural sector, but the overall trade landscape for U.S. products going forward is also reliant on USMCA ratification. A coalition of more than 960 American food and agriculture…
What You Need for Produce Safety Rule Inspections
Produce Safety Rule inspections have begun and the industry is seeing how they are being conducted. The Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA) said official inspections for the Produce Safety Rule…
Almond Update: NOW Summit Focuses on Cost and Grower Experience
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is hosting its Navel Orangeworm Summit (NOW) Tuesday, June 18 in Modesto. ABC’s Director of Agricultural Affairs Josette Lewis said the event will focus…
Catch WAPA Conference Information from Your Farm
WAPA President Roger Isom AgNet West has partnered with the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA) to disseminate critical information discussed at the 2019 Annual Conference to those who cannot attend. …
California Represented in Historical Trade Mission to Colombia
…where they’re meeting with customers.” Since entering into free trade agreements with both Colombia and Panama in 2012, which McKinney noted has had “a lot of success,” exports of agricultural…
Biotech Executive Order Vital for U.S. Agriculture-Industry Reaction
…the important and necessary role of plant breeding innovation in solving some of our most pressing agricultural and environmental challenges. The EO on innovation in agricultural biotechnology provides an important…