…leaf amaranths of other regions, it has not been cultivated or further improved by recent agricultural breeding. As a result, the primary economic importance of Palmer amaranth to American farmers…
Milk Production to Increase Outside CA
…agriculture Cornelius Gallagher showed a map to attendees at the Golden State Dairy conference that showed forecast growth in overall milk production. The map highlighted the states that will see…
Agri View: New Cash Crop
…lead to excess supply on the global markets. This system has been criticized by traditional farmers. Coffee is an example of a product that has been susceptible to significant commodity…
Biofuel Trade Groups, Companies Commend Senators’ Action
…visit http://www.poet.com. About NCGA Founded in 1957, the National Corn Growers Association represents more than 40,000 dues-paying corn farmers nationwide and the interests of more than 300,000 growers who contribute…
Toolkit to Assess Economic Impact of Local Foods
…Festival and Conference in Chicago. “Strong local and regional food systems are helping to revitalize rural and urban communities across the country, and more than 160,000 farmers and ranchers nationwide…
First Group Testing ILRP Nitrogen Reporting
…coverage. Regulatory coverage is not required if a property is not used for commercial purposes, or if commercial irrigated lands are covered under the Dairy Program. Options for regulatory coverage…
What is GMO Food?
…modified foods began in 1994, when Calgene first marketed its unsuccessful Flavr Savr delayed-ripening tomato. Most food modifications have primarily focused on cash crops in high demand by farmers such…
Agri View: Inventions and Agriculture
…Later improvements resulted in machines that extracted virtually all the grain from the straw and thoroughly cleaned it. 4. Steam Engine: Until the end of the 18th century, American farmers…
Almond Groundwater Recharge Video
…project over the next two years. The Almond Board will identify farmers who are already using or are interested in trying recharge and enrolling them in a Sustainable Conservation program….
Collaborative Projects Aim to Aid Salmon
…“Collaboration is much more effective than coercion for farmers and ranchers. On the Sacramento River, we’re seeing farmers working with water managers, agencies and conservation groups to solve problems and…
The Western View: Easter Pet Hazards
It’s Easter weekend, and lots of family time is on the agenda, even for the most dedicated farmers. As with any holiday, it’s time to think about making sure your…
Purple Produce
…blueberries and cabbage, a cornucopia of purple-hued produce is now available at farmers markets, grocery stores and restaurants. Eggplant Salad 1 large eggplant, split lengthwise 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided…
Food and Ag Groups Express Optimism for New Opportunities in Cuba
…see fit to grow their industries. Because this is the farmers’ money, it’s only logical that we as farmers ought to be able to use it to expand whatever markets…
$8.5 Million Awarded to Improve Communities’ Water Sources
…quality and related challenges in an agricultural context. Funding for this program will be used to develop management practices, technologies, and tools for farmers, ranchers, forest owners and managers, public…