In what seems to be a sign of a warming relationship between the two top economies in the world, China has officially welcomed rice imports from American farmers. While it’s…
Several Developments for Dairy in 2018
As 2018 comes to an end, reflecting over the past year reveals some significant developments for the California dairy industry. One of the biggest events for California dairy farmers was…
Ag Groups Pleased with 2018 Farm Bill
…welcomed the legislation for their farmers and the American agriculture industry. In a statement the National Corn Growers Association said, “Between depressed commodity prices, record low farm incomes, as well…
Perdue Details USDA Functions in the Event of a Lapse in Federal Funding
…to comply with the Wild Horses and Burros statute. Eligible households will still receive monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for January. Most other domestic nutrition assistance programs, such…
Perdue Announces ERS, NIFA Site Selection Criteria
…has retained Ernst & Young (EY), a leading provider of professional services with a dedicated Construction and Real Estate Advisory Services practice, to assist in the relocation efforts. EY provides…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…Emirates and squid to Peru. Trade Assistance to Farmers In 2018, USDA provided a range of assistance to farmers in response to trade damage from unjustified retaliation by foreign nations. To help…
Consumers Want to Hear About Sustainable Ag Practices from Farmers
…of weight when it comes to trust among consumers. “They believe NGO’s, they believe scientists, they believe farmers, ranchers…the consumer just wants to see you being sincere, authentic, that you’re…
The 2018 Farm Bill is Officially Here
…Trump said at the signing ceremony. “We are delivering to the farmers and ranchers who are the heart and soul of America, all sorts of things that they never even…
EPA Recognizes Reducing Food Waste
Winners include Sprouts Farmers Market, LA County Department of Public Works and EcoSet Consulting The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized five California organizations for their outstanding efforts to…
California Table Grape Industry Gets $10 Million in USDA Relief
…billion to assist agricultural industries impacted by the tariffs. Shipments of California grapes to China have seen a decline of more than 42 percent in volume and more than 41…
Industry Excited for Dairy Policy Reforms in Farm Bill
Industry members have expressed significant support for some of the dairy policy reforms put forth in the farm bill that should prove beneficial for dairy farmers. The National Milk Producers…
Almond Matters: Controlling Fleabane and Marestail in Orchards
…toughest weeds that farmers have to contend with in orchards,” Valent Field Market Research Representative Tino Lopez said. “The most effective way of controlling fleabane and marestail is to get…
Farm Bill Set to Bring Several Benefits to California Growers
…of all, getting a farm bill is fantastic,” said Vice President of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources Glenda Humiston. “Some really good things for beginning farmers and ranchers, and veterans’…
Farmland Access Remains A Challenge for Young and Beginning Farmers
…specifically designed to assist young and beginning farmers, structural barriers remain for younger individuals looking to get started in the industry. According to the last USDA Census of Agriculture, farmers between…