…update includes input from dairy industry members, researchers, veterinarians and animal welfare experts. One of the most notable changes made in FARM 4.0 is the requirement for Mandatory Corrective Action…
Proactive IPM Projects Tackle Weevils, Leafminers, Midges
…project received almost $350,000 from CDFA, and the California Avocado Commission additionally donated nearly half of that total to the project. Researchers will look at pheromones, natural predators, and identify…
Potential for Using Hemp as Animal Feed
…2018 Farm Bill authorized the production of industrial hemp which should help speed up the process. However, HFC points out that there is still a lack of research into the…
Researchers Fortify Queen of the Forages with Disease Defense
…crop from disease. Source: Agricultural Research Service Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November…
Farming Couples from Tehama and Napa Counties Earn Young Farmer and Rancher Awards
(CFBF) — A dairy farming couple from Tehama County and a husband and wife involved in the Napa County grape and wine business have earned awards for achievement and excellence…
California Farm Bureau Re-Elects Officers
…fourth-generation Sonoma County dairy farmer, was appointed to chair the Young Farmers and Ranchers State Committee and serve on the CFBF board. Ronnie Leimgruber of Holtville was reappointed to chair…
USDA Extends Deadlines for Dairy Margin Coverage, Market Facilitation Programs
…December 20 for producers to enroll in the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program for the 2020 calendar year. The deadline had been December 13. USDA announced is also continuing to…
Farm Groups Partner to Help Farmers Manage Stress
…body and the mind.” Research also shows that while farmers experience higher levels of psychological distress and depression than the general population, they are less likely to seek help for…
NCBA Applauds U.S. Senate Introduction of Real MEAT Act
…food labels; • Preserve the Congressional Intent of the Beef Promotion and Research Act; 2. Reinforce Existing Misbranding Provisions to Eliminate Consumer Confusion • FDA has misbranding provisions for false…
San Benito County Farmer Honored for Distinguished Service
…on walnuts alone. He served on the California Walnut Commission and participated in research projects through University of California Cooperative Extension. An experimental walnut variety in the UC Davis collection…
Almond Board Fueling Farm of the Future
…announced an investment of $5.9 million dollars in 85 independent research projects exploring next-generation farming practices. With this commitment, the California almond community has invested $89 million in research since…
California Farm Bureau Welcomes Agreement on USMCA
…health—known as sanitary and phytosanitary measures—while improving the flow of trade. It also contains specific provisions to benefit exports of processed fruits, milk and dairy products, beef, wine, poultry and…
Groups Stress Swift Passage Needed for USMCA
…exports to Canada of dairy, poultry, and eggs, and in exchange the United States will provide new access to Canada for some dairy, peanut, and a limited amount of sugar…
Gorgeous Holiday Plants to Brighten Up Your Home
…toxic—if not deadly—to pets and small children. Do your research before bringing plants indoors. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…