…out more at WGA.com. Speaking from the unique perspective of both a farmer and technologist, Domonic Rossini discusses the key elements for creating a formula that results in a more…
Aubrey Bettencourt Takes Over as Almond Alliance of California President
…with a wealth of diverse knowledge and innovative advocacy work on behalf of farmers and ranchers,” Almond Alliance Chairman Mike Curry said in a press release. “As the California State…
Bonnie Confirmed as USDA Undersecretary
…says, “As production agriculture faces multiple challenges, Mr. Bonnie will play an important role in responding to farmer needs.” His previous experience as a USDA Undersecretary is important when it…
Ag Economy Barometer: Farmer Sentiment Weakens
…occurred as a result of producers’ weaker perceptions regarding both current and future conditions in the production agriculture sector. Recent weakness in farmer sentiment appears to be driven by a…
Almond Update: Mating Disruption Success Story in Latest Almond Journey Podcast
The latest episode of the Almond Journey podcast from the Almond Board of California (ABC) features one grower’s success story with mating disruption. In the episode, fourth-generation farmer Leon Etchepare…
Build Back Better Framework Announced by President Joe Biden
…said that the investments will be important to allow farmers to increase climate-smart innovation. National Farmers Union President Rob Larew also echoed support for the announcement. “Family farmers and ranchers…
Organic Demand Growth Pushing Need for Increasing Organic Production
…one percent of total U.S. farmland, then we’re going to have to look at converting more conventional land into organic. I’ve always been one to invite conventional farmers to learn…
Leadership Farm Bureau Accepting Applications for Class of 2022
…A maximum of 10 individuals will be selected to participate in the program. The ideal candidate for the program is a board member of a county Farm Bureau, a Young Farmer…
2022 World Ag Expo Chairman Announced
World Ag Expo recently announced Steve Wilbur as chairman of the 2022 event. A local cotton farmer, Wilbur also runs a dairy with his family, grows feed and multiple row…
Farmer-led Coalition Advancing $100/acre Climate Policy Plan
Rural Investment to Protect our Environment, known as RIPE, seeks to reward farmers for voluntary stewardship through the RIPE100 plan. The farmer-led nonprofit seeks to pay farmers $100 per acre,…
Rod Snyder Appointment to EPA Praised by Farm Groups
…press release. “As issues are deliberated within EPA, it is critical for the perspectives of farmers and ranchers to be represented and Rod will be that voice. Of course, it’s…
Armed to Farm California Virtual Workshop Series Begins October 12
A three-part, interactive virtual workshop series for beginning farmer-veterans is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, October 12. The National Center for Appropriate Technology’s Armed to Farm team has partnered with…
September Ag Economy Barometer Reveals Decline
…rise in farmers’ expectations regarding farm input price inflation with more than one-third of respondents expecting input prices to rise by more than 12 percent in the upcoming year. Farmer…
Health Bite: Fall Season Vegetables
…fun challenge to grab something new to you the next time you’re at the grocery store, or even better, farmer’s market. You might just find a new favorite. Health Bite:…