With agriculture designated “critical infrastructure” by federal and state governments, the California Farm Bureau Federation reiterated its commitment to assist the state’s farmers, ranchers, and agricultural businesses during the statewide…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-20-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering CIG grants that are available to assist with conservation…
New Regulation Could Drastically Alter Drone Operation
A new rule that’s being proposed could drastically alter how farmers are implementing the use of drones in their operations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new rule…
USDA and DOL Announce Information Sharing to Assist H-2A Employers
…said. “President Trump knows that these workers are critical to maintaining our food supply and our farmers and ranchers are counting on their ability to work. We will continue to…
Mitigating COVID-19 Risk on Farming Operations
…CEO Amy Wolfe said that they have been fielding calls from farmers and manufacturers asking how to reduce the likelihood of exposure while remaining compliant with the Equal Employment Opportunity…
Sivanto Applications Showing Strong Results for Growers
Sivanto Prime applications are proving to be effective for growers in combatting pest pressures in multiple different crops. Farmers have been able to gain control of sugarcane aphid in sorghum…
The Western View: Covid-19 Turns Our World Upside Down
…that demand out over time. One other thing I know. Our farmers are still out there working, gearing up to fill those empty shelves. They have a big job to…
Sorghum Provides Multiple Areas of Value as Dairy Forage
Growing sorghum as a dairy forage can provide significant value for farmers, particularly as water availability continues to be a growing concern. The interest in sorghum can vary between wet…
USDA Continues Focus on Service During COVID-19 Outbreak
…Single-Family Housing Direct borrowers to ensure they can also seek payment assistance if needed. The Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (OASCR): While OASCR will assume a maximum…
USMCA Ratification Now Officially Complete
…America’s farmers and ranchers. We will continue to work with both Canada and Mexico in implementing this agreement.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West…
USDA Funds California Efforts to Address Pest Issues
COURTESY: CDFA The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is allocating nearly $13 million to assist California growers with addressing pest pressures. As part of its effort to strengthen the nation’s…
Applications Being Accepted for Multiple NRCS Opportunities
…flood-prone agricultural land, and also includes a Grazing Reserve Rights option for enrolling grazed rangeland and pasture under an approved management plan. “Conservation easements assist our farmers and ranchers in…
How to Sell Your Cut Flowers at Farmers Market
…Cut Flowers at Farmers Market Flowers are in high demand. And growing beautiful cut flowers can make you some good money at your local farmer’s market. All of these things…
Ag Day 2020 Canceled
…date is also canceled. Ag Day has provided excellent opportunities over the years for members of the public to celebrate the bounty of agriculture, and for farmers and ranchers to…