President Donald Trump signed new water delivery rules on Wednesday afternoon during his visit to Bakersfield to speak with local farmers and ranchers about the issues facing agriculture in California. …
Safe to Use as Directed: Understanding Glyphosate Myths
…of the world that had previously not experienced that level of agricultural production. Dunn noted that farmers have more than 10,000 years of organic production experience, but it has only…
Deadline for Conservation Reserve Program General Signup is Feb. 28
…Program (CRP) 2020 general signup that there is less than two weeks before the enrollment deadline of February 28, 2020. This signup is available to farmers and private landowners who…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 02-17-20
…says farmers should be included in the process of tackling water issues. Tune in to the show for these news stories and more. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour…
Using Lagoon Water in SDI Systems for Forage Crops
There are multiple incentive programs for dairy farmers interested in using wastewater to irrigate forage crops with subsurface drip irrigation (SDI). Agronomic Relationship Manager for Netafim USA, Domonic Rossini noted…
Emma Chow Recognized for Conservation Excellence
…materials and organized events for groups such as the Chumash Tribe, the Spanish speaking community, organic, small and specialty crop farmers and many others. “Chow exemplifies the qualities we want…
2020 World Ag Expo Opens with AFBF President Zippy Duvall
…spend some time walking around the grounds and see some of the latest technologies that are being showcased during the event. “I always enjoy talking to farmers, regardless of where…
AFBF Urges Improvements to Hemp Regulation
…harvest date. AFBF notes that the 15-day window is overly burdensome and costly for farmers. If harvest cannot be completed in that testing window, farmers could wind up losing their…
NPPC Applauds House Passage of Ag Inspectors Bill
…animal disease, but we must remain vigilant. Today’s vote represents a tremendous victory for our farmers, consumers and the American economy. We thank Congressional leadership, led by Rep. Filemon Vela…
Farm Bureau Roadshow Highlights Value of Industry Unity
…Stanislaus County Farm Bureau “The biggest value is that when you have farmers that can come together, hammer out policy and what’s best for agriculture and ultimately what’s best for…
Details of Risk Management Programs for Hemp Producers Announced
…for hemp producers, visit farmers.gov/hemp to read farmers.gov frequently asked questions. For more information on the U.S. Domestic Hemp Production Program, visit USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Services’ website to read AMS frequently asked…
Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. New Ads Address Myths About Beef
…contractor to the Beef Checkoff, we are using the dollars of beef farmers and ranchers to ensure consumers, media, chefs, dietitians and food service and retail partners have the facts…
Questions Remain as AB-5 Implementation Takes Shape
…farmers do a little bit of everything and so what is the usual scope of business for a farm operator? I can’t answer that question yet and unfortunately, the Supreme…
Secretary Perdue on President Trump’s State of the Union Address
…a brighter future for America’s patriotic farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers. The great American comeback that he has been laying the groundwork for is in full force, and the best…