…million towards 84 conservation projects that will help communities improve water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and protect agricultural viability. These projects make up the second…
US Chamber of Commerce Joins USDA in Push to Enlist Veterans in Agriculture
The USDA has announced a joint agreement with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to increase employment opportunities in the agricultural sector for military veterans and their spouses. The agreement establishes…
2016 Commodity Classic Teams with New Orleans Charities
…of New Orleans that our nation’s agricultural producers are genuinely interested in helping others.” Established in 1996, Commodity Classic is America’s largest farmer-led, farmer-focused convention and trade show, produced by…
USDA Announces $58.25 Million to Protect Ag and Plants from Pests and Diseases
…America’s agricultural and natural resources by being aware of invasive pests and the damage they cause. APHIS created the Hungry Pests public outreach program to empower Americans with the knowledge…
California Winegrape Crush Down from 2014
Winegrape crush down 5 percent The California Agricultural Statistics Service released its annual Preliminary Grape Crush Report, summarizing the size and value of the 2015 California grape crush. Allied Grape…
Fresno State President, Faculty and Students Participate in World Ag Expo
Fresno State President Joseph I. Castro and Jordan College of Agricultural Sciences and Technology faculty, staff and students will be involved in multiple activities Thursday, Feb. 11, at the World…
‘My Job Depends on Ag’ at the World Ag Expo
…stories, images and more, directly from the farmers, ranchers and other agricultural support businesses, whose daily lives – and livelihoods – are affected every day by agriculture in this country….
Malaysian Fruit Fly Quarantine in Portion of Los Angeles County
…not to transport or mail fruit or other agricultural products into the United States of America and California. Please help us protect our agricultural production, backyard gardens and landscapes, and…
Commentary: Farmers Must Stay Engaged in Groundwater Planning
…become well informed as basins form Groundwater Sustainability Agencies and begin developing Groundwater Sustainability Plans. It is particularly important for agricultural representatives—whoever attends meetings and speaks on behalf of farmers…
Women in Agriculture Seminar Series This Week
…Agriculture for Mentoring and Empowerment (WAME) and focuses on several aspects of agricultural issues and careers. Several industry leaders are scheduled to speak, including USDA Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden and…
Seed Industry Working to Protect Butterfly Population
…modern herbicides, milkweed has all but disappeared from the thousands of agricultural acres along the Monarch’s migration route. “But milkweed has been identified as one of the key species of…
Citrus Greening Grants Awarded
…this disease, from early detection to creating long-term solutions for the industry, producers and workers.” The SCRI program addresses critical needs of the specialty crop industry by awarding grants to…
Cost Estimates for Growing Romaine Hearts and Organic Spinach Released
Two new studies on the costs and returns of growing romaine hearts and organic spinach have been released by UC Agriculture and Natural Resources’ Agricultural Issues Center. Sample costs to…
TPP Agreement Formally Signed
…are now coming out in support of it.” Including agricultural groups like the American Farm Bureau Federation as well as manufacturing, business, and IT organization. “These are organizations represent literally…