Everett Griner talks about beef consumption falling to 3rd in today’s Agri View. Menu Change…
California Dairy Families Challenge Consumers to “Pour It Forward” With Milk Donations
…only able to provide the equivalent of less than one gallon of milk per person. During September Hunger Action Month, California dairy families are looking to change that statistic by…
Water for Food Security, A Global Conference At UC Davis
…pressures on water supplies — all under the added threats of climate change and soaring energy prices. The conference will address key issues on the global level down to the…
DuPont Pioneer Commits $300,000 to Food and Agricultural Education Grants
…globally. Addressing the unique challenges of our local communities promotes economic growth, improved health and overall quality of life – all factors important to a healthy and strong business climate….
USFRA Survey Reveals Consumer Attitudes on Sustainability and Agriculture
…that to change.” USFRA intends to use findings from the research to better answer questions consumers have about sustainability and agriculture. The survey found that 56 percent of all respondents…
Agri View: Climate Change
Everett Griner talks about climate change, real or imagined, in today’s Agri View. Climate Change…
Commentary: Farm Bureau Focuses on Key Bills in State Legislature
…move quickly and the status of the various bills of concern to Farm Bureau may change daily. Here, you will find a list of key bills that could have significant…
The Western View: Keep Water Projects Top of Mind
…central valley. We’ll hope that’s an omen that a change is coming. But there is still a chance we will not get the blessing of good rain this winter. With…
A Gradual Change in the State of the Beef Cattle Market
What will the next 18 months hold for the U.S. beef cattle market? Gary Crawford has this report. A Gradual Change in the State of the Beef Cattle Market…
Agri View: Why Not Change?
Everett Griner talks about the California drought might lead to changes in today’s Agri View. Why Not Change?…
Agri View: Bigger and Better
beefsteak tomato Everett Griner talks about genetic change occurring naturally in today’s Agri View. Bigger and Better…
California State Climatologist: Do Not Count on El Nino to End Drought
…of having a wetter winter. Unfortunately, due to shifting climate patterns, we cannot even be that sure.” State Climatologist Michael Anderson. The current drought has resulted in observations of new,…
Checking Soil Profiles Sometimes ‘Best Tool’
Soil profiles can change over time. Advisors are seeing some weak areas in northern California orchards and checking your soil profiles first. Sometimes ‘Best Tool’ Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor Emeritus…
California State Board of Food and Agriculture to Discuss Incentives for Greenhouse Gas Reductions
…change,” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “In addition to building drought and climate resiliency on our farms, the solutions incentivized by these programs are practical and timely.” Incentive programs available…