The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and a host of other agricultural groups revealed a groundbreaking data repository that supporters say will give farmers ultimate control over the ever-increasing business…
Livestock Review
…but excludes farm slaughter. In January 2016, the average live weight of cattle slaughtered in California was 1,360 pounds, calves averaged 86 pounds, sheep and lambs averaged 144 pounds, and…
Growing California Video-“Eggsacting Standards”
…California video series, a partnership with California Grown, is “Eggsacting Standards.” JS West Family Farms located in the San Joaquin Valley, leads the way in progressive practices to egg farming….
Farm City Newsday Podcast for March 3
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Almond Board: Nitrogen Sampling
…basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. Furthermore, the Board accepts and has adopted the concept of diversity…
Getting Garden Ready
…it’s good to get your garden started early. He’ll show you how he plants potatoes, and don’t miss farm manager Chris doing his “Go Organic” dance. Learn more at http://www.pallensmith.com….
Agri View: Foreign Trade
…have significant linkages to the nonfarm economy, particularly through their effects on employment and off-farm business activity. (For more information, see the articles on Effects of Trade on the U.S….
Farm City Newsday Podcast for March 2
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Increasing Organic Matter in Orchards
…soils. Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor and San Joaquin County Director Brent Holtz says trials are showing big benefits from doing so. “In the trial we did previously, we estimated that…
Bus Stop Farmers Markets
Bus stop farmers markets, a new way to get your fresh produce on the go. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Bus Stop Farmers Markets From: Modern Farmer.com…
NFU Joins Field to Market, Continues Support for Sustainable Agriculture
Recognizing the importance of agriculture sustainability for farmers, ranchers and rural communities, the National Farmers Union (NFU) announced today they have joined Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture….
NMPF Supports New Senate Food Labeling Bill Approved Today by Agriculture Committee
…NMPF and its 31 cooperative members co-signed a letter last Tuesday with more than 600 other farm and food groups urging action on Sen. Roberts’ bill by the Senate. The…
New Dairy Conference Focuses on Golden State
…UCANR’s Website: March 8-10, 2016 Embassy Suites Monterey Bay – Seaside Seaside, California California research to address California dairy needs Our speaker line-up includes University of California Farm Advisors, Specialists,…
NRCS Video: Profile in Soil Health: David Harold, Part 1
…business. “Since I came back to farm we have more cattle and we have started to integrate them and manage them as part of our farming operation,” Harold says. “I…