Pinned spotted lanternfly adult with wings open. Note the bright red coloration now visible on the hindwings. This cannot be seen when the insect is at rest. Credit: Pennsylvania Department…
Farm Bill’s Future Unknown as Congress Reshuffles After Election
While the midterm election has come and gone, the 2018 Farm Bill’s future remains to be seen. There are various conflicting reports indicating that a farm bill decision could be…
Wildfire Affected Winegrape Growers Seek Congress Support
…Commission, Lake County Farm Bureau, Mendocino County Farm Bureau and Mendocino Winegrowers, Inc. – sent letters to U.S. representatives from Northern California and other members of the California congressional delegation…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 11-13-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. About the Author Danielle Leal Facebook Twitter MMJ/Anchor for AgNet West Radio Network. Sponsored Content CIR…
Tips to Prevent Animal Activist from Trespassing
…risk and tamper with the biosecurity of the farm and animals as well. Hannah Thompson Weeman of Animal Agriculture Alliance gives tips for farmers to keep unwanted groups off their…
Easy Peel Avocado Looking to Copy Citrus Success
Move over cuties and halos, another fruit is looking to capitalize on easy peel marketing. England-based retailer Tesco started testing sales on a new avocado variety that is easy to…
Pistachio Prices Holding Steady For Now
Pistachio prices remain steady for the industry but there is some uncertainty moving forward. Pistachio prices have been hovering between $2.25 and $2.50 per pound. That is, of course, good…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 11-12-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. About the Author Danielle Leal Facebook Twitter MMJ/Anchor for AgNet West Radio Network. Sponsored Content CIR…
Women Are Out-Earning Men in the Business of Farming
…multiple income sources related to farming. “We like to have other businesses off the farm,” Kivirist told CNBC, referencing the diversification of farming operations to include things such as bed…
The Economic Impact of Proposition 12
…farm businesses, as production either declines or stops altogether for some farming operations based on the higher cost of production. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director,…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 11-09-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. About the Author Danielle Leal Facebook Twitter MMJ/Anchor for AgNet West Radio Network. Sponsored Content CIR…
Agri View: BFTP-Largest Industry Established by Foreigners
In this Blast from the Past episode of Agri View with Everett Griner, Everett talks about how the largest industry in our country, farming, was established by foreigners in today’s…
Secretary Perdue on Dept. of Labor Rulemaking on H-2A Visa Program
…the following statement: “When I travel around the country, one of the biggest concerns farmers raise is the shortage of legal farm labor. Our farmers and ranchers are the most…
A Quick Recap of California Propositions and Their Standing
…pass PROP 11 Ambulance Employees: Passed PROP 12 Farm Animal Housing: Passed A Quick Recap of California Propositions and Their Standing About the Author Danielle Leal Facebook Twitter MMJ/Anchor for…