…remained the number one crop on the production list but did see a decline in the early numbers. Almonds, strawberries, and lettuce also saw a slight decrease. The top-ten producing…
Tempering Expectations for the Future of Organic
A new report from Rabobank is tempering expectations for organic production as growth in the sector is beginning to slow. The six-page report “Organic Produce Premiums Under Pressure,” notes that…
The Western View: Could farmers be the heroes of the 21st century?
…reduce inputs while increasing production. Our farms are an asset the world needs now, unlike any other time in history. Our farmers can also help solve the climate change crisis….
Why, When, and How to Prune Your Blueberries
…prune blueberries. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Why, When, and How to Prune Your Blueberries Pruning is an essential part of growing any fruit crop. Pruning encourages…
Secretary Perdue on Farm Safety Week
…is our responsibility to continue to improve workplace safety and pursue initiatives that create healthier work environments. They must also have access to innovative technologies and production practices to protect…
Report Shows Licensed Hemp Acreage More Than Quadrupled in 2019
It appears that hemp acreage has quadrupled following the legalization of industrial hemp production enabled in the 2018 Farm Bill. According to the 2019 U.S. Hemp License Report from the…
NPPC Statement on China Market Access
…“Additionally, pork is in short supply in China because African swine fever has ravaged the Chinese hog herd and significantly reduced the production of pork. When you consider that China…
Addressing the Costs of Farm Protests
…operations where they occur. COURTESY: SONOMA COUNTY FARM BUREAU “All of their employees were scared to death and went home that day, so a whole lost day of production,” said…
2019 Enrollment Deadline for the Dairy Margin Coverage Program Is Sept. 20
…will a have a one-time opportunity to increase their established production history during the 2019 and 2020 annual coverage election periods. Retroactive payments based on the increased production history will…
Applications for BIFS and IPM Programs Due Before November 1
…grant applications can be accessed through the CDFA webpage . CDFA is tasked with addressing invasive pests through the development of innovative techniques, as well as supporting agricultural production through…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 09-10-19
…new milking parlor equipment at UC Davis and the breakdown of this year’s walnut production. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal…
USDA Resources Available for Farmers Hurt by 2018, 2019 Disasters
…crops include those for which federal crop insurance or NAP coverage is available, excluding crops intended for grazing. A list of crops covered by crop insurance is available through USDA’s…
Organic Farmers to Harvest Record Acres in 2019
…certified for organic field crop production, an increase of 7 percent over 2018. The increase is driven in large part by a surge in new certified organic field crop operations…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 09-05-19
…moving into plant-based production and the CDF seeking comments on 2019 manure management. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist &…