…plums and to encourage acceptance of California dried plums. This includes both U.S. and international programs that encompass advertising, sales promotion, public relations and education. Research: This includes market research,…
Avian Flu Outbreak Requires Vigilance In California
…by the Centers for Disease Control. So far, more than 120 commercial poultry farms have been infected, largely by migrating waterfowl, although there has also been some farm-to-farm spread. Keeping…
First-Year Numbers From Propane Program
Numbers are in from the first year of the Propane Farm Incentive Program put on by the Propane Education and Research Council (PERC). First-Year Numbers From Propane Program Director of…
Annual Strawberry Field Day in Santa Maria
…Pest Management Farm Advisor Surendra Dara says the annual event in Santa Maria tries to cover a variety of topics so growers can get the most out of the meeting….
Important Sanitation Steps After Shake
…the mummies out of almond trees after harvest is a crucial step for almond growers. Integrated Pest Management Farm Advisor Kris Tollerup says what growers do after shaking the trees…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for May 6
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…
USDA Announces Grants to Enable More Farmers Markets to Serve Low-Income Families
SNAP Recipients Can Now Purchase Fresh Fruit, Vegetables at More Than 6,200 Farmers Markets and Direct Marketing Farms Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services Under Secretary Kevin Concannon today announced the…
Avocado Tree Sensitivity Problematic With Drought
…the state. Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor Mary Bianchi says high soil salinity levels can have a big effect on avocado trees for a couple of reasons. Presenters at the Avocado…
Multiple Benefits of Sustainability Programs
…that looks at the entirety of their operations. Programs Providing Sustainability Proof Side Benefits of Sustainability Programs Castoro Cellars in Paso Robles was excited about the program. Sales, Marketing and…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for May 4
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Editorial: Agriculture Goes to Washington
In this week’s blog post, AgNet West Farm News Director Sabrina Hill shares her experiences and photos of her week in Washington, D.C. with fellow farm broadcasters. Visit From the…
Fresno Drought Forum is an Opportunity for Agriculture
…will be hosting a drought forum at the Big Fresno Fair (10 am-1 pm) to to hear from California’s farmers, ranchers, farm workers, and other community stakeholders on the impacts…
USDA Announces $235 Million Available for Innovative New Conservation Partnerships
…Today’s announcement was made possible by the 2014 Farm Bill. The 2014 Farm Bill builds on historic economic gains in rural America over the past five years, while achieving meaningful…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for May 1
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…