…to the burgeoning carbon market. “This bill is evidence lawmakers can come together in a bipartisan manner to find solutions to environmental challenges while respecting the role of farmers and…
How Public Investment in Ag Research Fills Gaps Left by Private Sector
…attract private investment. It also helps meet broader social, environmental, health, and sustainability goals that benefit both society at large and farmers,” Somers noted. “Private companies primarily focus on select…
Klamath Water Users Brace for Tough Conditions With Low Allocation
Klamath water users have expressed disappointment for the amount of water they will be receiving this year. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation announced that farmers and ranchers who rely on…
Central Valley Canals Primed to Receive Support for Failing Infrastructure
…we can restore that capacity if we work together at the federal, state and local levels, ensuring that there will be more water for farmers and to combat subsidence. The…
Growing Matters: BeSure About Applications by Following Labels
…brought to you by the Growing Matters Coalition, an initiative reminding farmers and applicators to follow stewardship best practices to protect pollinators and other wildlife. Visit growingmatters.org for more information….
A Number of Factors in Declaring Drought in California
…challenge and provide this designation so our farmers, agriculture workers, and communities can have some certainty and stability in an otherwise tumultuous and scary time.” During a press conference, Costa…
Budget Action Brings Assistance to Small and Underserved Farmers
…of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The funding will enable CDFA to provide technical assistance to underserved agricultural workers and farmers. “Community Alliance with Family Farmers commends Governor Gavin Newsom and…
Almond Girl Jenny: Using the Tools Available to Help the Industry
…the outside world a connection to where their food comes from can be rewarding, even other farmers who are not familiar with specialty crops have the opportunity to learn. Holtermann…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 04-19-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Rep. Valadao questioning Vilsack’s cancelation of the Farmer’s to…
Central Coast Water Board Approves Ag Order 4.0
…Water Quality Control Board approved the measure Thursday evening. There has been unease among farmers throughout the lengthy development process as to how the rule will affect production. Monterey County…
Farmers to Families Food Box Program to End in May
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farmers to Families Food Box program will soon be coming to an end. Launched by the Trump administration law year, the program has since…
Drought Emergency? Newsom Disagrees with Valley Lawmakers
…light of the recent water allocation announcement to California farmers and growers, we are writing to share our concerns and respectfully request that your administration take steps to address this…
Industry Groups Welcome Preserving Family Farms Act of 2021
…special use valuation is an important tool to help farmers and ranchers navigate the difficult process of estate planning,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a press…
Down to the Wire: Ag Order 4.0 Adoption Deadline This Friday
…program as well as the ability of farmers in their operations to really see incentives for participating in a third-party cooperative program.” There have been some concessions made since the…