…protect farmers from unjustified retaliatory tariffs from foreign nations. As part of that package, the Market Facilitation Program has been making payments directly to farmers who have suffered trade damage….
USMCA Will Bring Gains for California Dairies
…the agriculture industry will be paying close attention to the development of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), particularly dairy farmers. The California dairy industry is especially interested in better trade…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 01-03-19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today we have our Almond Update where we talk about farmers’ participation in sustainable practices and…
China Accepts U.S. Rice Imports, a Sign of a Warming Relationship
In what seems to be a sign of a warming relationship between the two top economies in the world, China has officially welcomed rice imports from American farmers. While it’s…
Several Developments for Dairy in 2018
As 2018 comes to an end, reflecting over the past year reveals some significant developments for the California dairy industry. One of the biggest events for California dairy farmers was…
Ag Groups Pleased with 2018 Farm Bill
…welcomed the legislation for their farmers and the American agriculture industry. In a statement the National Corn Growers Association said, “Between depressed commodity prices, record low farm incomes, as well…
Perdue Details USDA Functions in the Event of a Lapse in Federal Funding
…said Secretary Perdue. “Our employees work hard every day to benefit our customers and the farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers who depend on our programs. During a shutdown, we will…
Perdue Applauds USDA’s 2018 Accomplishments
…reform, streamlining government, and refocusing USDA to be customer oriented. Perdue “In 2018 we have fought for American farmers, ranchers, and producers by delivering new and improved trade deals like…
Consumers Want to Hear About Sustainable Ag Practices from Farmers
…of weight when it comes to trust among consumers. “They believe NGO’s, they believe scientists, they believe farmers, ranchers…the consumer just wants to see you being sincere, authentic, that you’re…
The 2018 Farm Bill is Officially Here
…Trump said at the signing ceremony. “We are delivering to the farmers and ranchers who are the heart and soul of America, all sorts of things that they never even…
EPA Recognizes Reducing Food Waste
Winners include Sprouts Farmers Market, LA County Department of Public Works and EcoSet Consulting The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recognized five California organizations for their outstanding efforts to…
Industry Excited for Dairy Policy Reforms in Farm Bill
Industry members have expressed significant support for some of the dairy policy reforms put forth in the farm bill that should prove beneficial for dairy farmers. The National Milk Producers…
Almond Matters: Controlling Fleabane and Marestail in Orchards
…toughest weeds that farmers have to contend with in orchards,” Valent Field Market Research Representative Tino Lopez said. “The most effective way of controlling fleabane and marestail is to get…
Farm Bill Set to Bring Several Benefits to California Growers
…of all, getting a farm bill is fantastic,” said Vice President of UC Agriculture and Natural Resources Glenda Humiston. “Some really good things for beginning farmers and ranchers, and veterans’…