…the value of other expensive benefits provided to the workers,” the letter stated. The AEWR is the mandated wage rate for farmers who use the H-2A program and the Department…
CDFA Grants $1 Million for Biologically Integrated Farming Research
…on chemical insecticide inputs, particularly biologically disruptive insecticides. The funding for the program is derived from OPCA‘s budget to help farmers transition away from chlorpyrifos. A review committee comprised of…
Legislation for Agricultural Voice in Drone Policy Progressing Slowly
…“I urge my colleagues in both the House and the Senate to work together to get this legislation past the finish line to ensure our farmers and ranchers can fully…
Growing Herbs for Homemade Scented Candles
…homemade gift for friends and family. In addition, they make a great value-added product that you can sell at farmers markets. Herbs all have different scents and medicinal qualities, so…
Conflicting Year for Central Valley Water Users
Overall, 2019 turned out to be a conflicting year for Central Valley water users. It was another year for strong rain and snow in California, but not all farmers were…
Reviewing the Impact of Numerous 2019 Trade Developments
…the U.S. and China. For much of 2019, many farmers were suffering under the increased tariffs imposed by China, prompting move trade relief payments through the Market Facilitation Program. After…
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Leveraging Worldwide Data to Stay Competitive in Markets, Part 1
…HarvestPort.com. Martha Montoya, founder and CEO of AGTools, shares how her company has come up with a tool designed to assist farmers, suppliers, and buyers, with gathering and simplifying data…
Working Towards Continued Success of Equipment Replacement Programs
…and Growers Association have been among the groups lobbying on behalf of ag equipment replacement programs, to ensure incentive funding remains available for farmers. Initiatives such as the Funding Agricultural…
U.S. Poultry Companies Poised for Success in China
…market for America’s poultry farmers, and we estimate they will now be able to export more than $1 billion worth of poultry and poultry products each year to China,” said…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-26-19
…new climate reality for farmers, and details on the five new disease-resistant grape varieties that are now available. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and…
More Hemp Insurance Options Available from USDA
…farmers growing hemp in containers, who comply with state, federal or tribal regulations for production. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR…
Hmong-Language Pesticide Safety Videos Available from DPR
A series of education videos have been made available to help engage Hmong farmers about the issue of safety. The nine-part video series in Hmong describes California pesticide rules and safety and…
Voices Of The Valley Podcast: Helping Plants Absorb CO2
…Valley, Aaron Archibald, CO2 Gro Inc. Vice President of Sales and Strategic Alliances, speaks about the work CO2 GRO is doing to benefit farmers. He also touches on the value…
Workshop to Address New Climate Reality for Farmers
…climate challenges facing agriculture and methods for adapting to a changing environment. “What we wanted to do at this event was bring climate change information to farmers in a way…