A workshop is coming up in Kern County to assist farmers who are interested in sustainable agriculture. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman has the story. Agricultural Energy Workshop PG&E is working…
Smart Phones Promoting Food Safety
Research is looking at using smart phones to increase food safety at farmers markets. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman explains. Technology and Farmers Markets The University of Arkansas’s Division of Agriculture…
Agriculture Recognized by Governor’s Environmental and Economic Leadership Awards
…management decisions and conservation practices of farmers and ranchers also enhance environmental quality, provide recreational opportunities and offer social benefits.” CDFA recognizes there are many farmers and ranchers doing a…
2014 Almond Crop Shows Increases
…and CEO of the Almond Board of California. “Almond acreage has grown consistently over the years as our family farmers have built their businesses sustainably to meet global almond demand.”…
United States – Korea Streamline Organic Trade
Organic processed products certified in the United States or Korea can now be labeled as organic in either country. This will allow American organic farmers, processors, and businesses greater access…
Addressing Farmers Markets Food Safety
Research is looking at making the variety of standards at farmers markets readily available to vendors. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman has the story. Farmers Markets Standards Vary Assistant Professor at…
Apply for State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program
…is partnering with the California Association of Resource Conservation Districts , which regularly works with farmers and has conservation practice experience on irrigation systems, to verify the projects. SWEEP was…
USDA Continues Farm Bill Implementation with Provisions to Help Farmers Manage Risk
…support for beginning farmers that will make crop insurance more affordable and provide greater support when new farmers experience substantial losses. These announcements build on other recent USDA efforts to…
USDA Makes $5 Million in Farm Bill Support for National Clean Plant Network Available
…in savings for the taxpayer. Since enactment, USDA has made significant progress to implement each provision of this critical legislation, including providing disaster relief to farmers and ranchers; strengthening risk…
Agri View: Water Rights
Everett Griner talks about farmers questioning the Water Rights bill in today’s Agri View. Water Rights…
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA June 27
…Party Food Safety Tips – USDA launches a website to help new and beginning farmers – Providing children nutritious meals during the summer For more information: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/u… http://www.usda.gov/newfarmers http://www.fsis.usda.gov http://www.fns.usda.gov…
CHP Ag Vehicle Inspections for Yuba-Sutter Farmers and Ranchers
Yuba-Sutter Farm Bureau Members On Thursday, July 3rd, a no-tickets, no-fines inspection for Yuba-Sutter farmers and ranchers by California Highway Patrol and the Yuba-Sutter Farm Bureau will be held. This…
Fundraiser for Veterans-to-Farmers Program
A Monterey County program that aims to help veterans into agriculture careers is having a fundraiser this weekend. Sabrina Hill has more. Semper Fresh Farms Fundraiser Brian Showalter and John…
USDA and USTR Name New Members to Agricultural Trade Advisory Committees
…jointly manage the committees. “A primary objective of President Obama’s trade agenda is to unlock economic opportunity for American farmers and ranchers,” said Froman. “As we fight to open markets…