President Joe Biden has nominated Robert Bonnie to serve as Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The position is responsible for overseeing…
Grower Liaison Positions Across the State Now Accepting Proposals
…fundamental knowledge of citrus production; a working knowledge of grove operations; and the relationship between growers, shippers and allied businesses that work in the area of pest and disease control….
Reintroduction of Growing Climate Solutions Act Praised By Ag Groups
…Growing Climate Solutions Act. Supporters include the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, American Farmland Trust, the National Cotton Council, and the Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance. “Through the…
E. coli ‘Foreseeable Hazard’ Understates a Complex Situation
…are along the California coast and Yuma, Arizona. Both regions also have healthy livestock production. Groot said more information is needed before this becomes a ‘foreseeable’ situation. “We are dealing…
California Almond Acreage Increases in 2020
…during the 2021/2022 harvest – is 1,323,722 acres.ii This estimate takes into account both young orchards coming into production and orchards removed or estimated to be removed. “California almond bearing…
Cactus Pear Shows Potential as Climate Resilient Commercial Crop
…resilient for production in hot, dry regions. As climate conditions continue to shift, cactus pear may be a viable option for areas that become unsuitable for other production. The overall…
Enrollment Open for U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol for 2021 Cotton Crop
Enrollment is now open for the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol for the 2021 cotton crop. The Protocol establishes a new sustainability standard for cotton production as consumers demand more transparency…
MSOB: Why is Seaweed Well-known in Biological Industry?
…documented in helping animals. “[In animals] they have a similar impact on growth, production, optimizing their diet intake, suppression of parasites, improved milk production, reduced body temperature and also it…
Central Coast Water Board Approves Ag Order 4.0
…Water Quality Control Board approved the measure Thursday evening. There has been unease among farmers throughout the lengthy development process as to how the rule will affect production. Monterey County…
USDA Investing More Than $330 Million in Pandemic Assistance
…help bolster food and healthcare systems. USDA’s announcement also includes assistance for cotton users. The Pandemic Assistance for Cotton Users program is providing payments to industry members beginning in the…
Down to the Wire: Ag Order 4.0 Adoption Deadline This Friday
…fertilizer limitations have been particularly worrisome for farmers, largely due to the nature of production in the area. Groot has also previously noted the complexity of compliance with Ag Order…
Concerns Over Mexico’s Trade Policies Heightened
…and threaten the future of domestic farm production of perishable produce,” the letter states. “This Section 332 investigation by the ITC for cucumbers and squash is needed to make a…
2020 Was A Banner Year for Ag Exports According to Recent Report
…a decline of seven percent, mainly caused by lower sales in Hong Kong and the EU. The pandemic had a notable effect on cotton sales last year, with cotton exports…
FDA: Recent E. coli Outbreaks a ‘Foreseeable Hazard’
…know how important food safety is for our leafy greens growers. Our SLO County and Central Coast ag economy depends on both vegetable and cattle production, and I know we’re…