…other local farmers and ranchers that have worked with the program in the establishment of easements on farmland. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West…
Branding and Joining Campaigns to Encourage CA Ag a Seat at the Table
…farmers and agriculture professionals a seat at the table when discussing state priorities and issues, Eggman said. She added that joining public health campaigns and projects that brand California’s fresh…
Farm Bureau Leaders Visit Capitol, Meet New Faces
…came it solving issues. Secretary Crowfoot invited farmers to be included in conversations and Farm Bureau has already met with the governor a couple of times, one of which was…
USDA Continues to Prevent African Swine Fever from Entering the U.S.
…is available at www.aphis.usda.gov/animalhealth/swine/asf. Additionally, USDA is releasing four infographics on the following topics: African Swine Fever Risk Pathways (PDF, 2.4 MB) Biosecurity (PDF, 312 KB) Signs and Symptoms of…
CFBF Reiterates Connection Between Rural and Agriculture California with Gov. Newsom
During a recent visit between California Farm Bureau (CFBF) President Jamie Johansson and newly elected Governor Gavin Newsom, the two worked toward developing a relationship with the new administration all…
Another Online Tool for Pest and Disease Management
…tab at aphis.usda.gov. Another Online Tool for Pest and Disease Management About the Author Taylor Hillman Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection…
CVP Water Allocations Increased to More Than Half
…Water District issued a press release illustrating frustration with the updated water allocations. “For years, we have been told that the farmers served by south-of-Delta ag service contractors received water…
Farm Bureau Seeks Action for Olive Growers
…Bureau represents more than 1,500 family farmers and is dedicated to promoting and enhancing the viability of Tulare County agriculture on behalf of its membership. Source: Tulare County Farm Bureau…
Report Details Overall Benefits of Organic Production
…Benefits Report is the first offering from the California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) Roadmap to an Organic California project. The report presents data suggesting that organic agriculture is more complex…
Funding Water Storage Projects with High Speed Rail Money
…Nation (WIIN) Act. “The RAILWAY Act builds on the success of the WIIN Act by continuing to increase California’s drought resiliency and helping ensure our communities, families and farmers have…
Broad Coalition Urges Congress to Protect Farm Bill Program Funding
As farmers, ranchers and rural communities grapple with a devastatingly weak farm economy, nearly 200 organizations, including the American Farm Bureau Federation and several state Farm Bureaus, are urging congressional…
USDA Announces Launch of the Start Simple with MyPlate Campaign
…to help simplify the nutrition information that surrounds us each day. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W7_i5tY-5BY USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue introduces the Start Simple with MyPlate campaign—the latest nutrition initiative from MyPlate.gov. The Start…
Proactive IPM Solutions Grants Available
…future management plans. Applications are due on April 8, 2019, by midnight. Detailed information on this program, including the application process and application requirements, are available at https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/opca/proactive-ipm.html OPCA received an…
Secretary Perdue Comments on President Trump’s Budget Proposal
…conservative and lays out a vision for an accountable federal government that cuts spending. With our national debt soaring to over $22 trillion, we can no longer kick the can…