…data have and will continue to influence important decisions for American agriculture. The data will affect every operation and every farming community at some point, whether it be through farm…
Western Growers Also Opposes Immigration Bill
…companies have farming and other operations in 28 states. The fresh produce industry employs the largest share of agriculture workers in the nation. The bill would force long-time existing workers…
UCCE to be a Leader in Climate Change Awareness and Education
…their ranching businesses, and whether they believe future climate will be different from the past. She found that ranchers are generally confident that they have the skills to manage for…
2018 USDA Ag Outlook Forum Offers Pre-Forum Field Trips on Farming and Research
Experience farming and ag research first hand with two Pre-Forum Field Trips prior to the 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum. Early arrivals may take part in two tour options on Wednesday,…
The Western View: Nutria Invasion
…potential to cause a disaster in California’s farming districts and the Fish and Wildlife Department is declaring war. The Nutria is a large rodent – 20 pounds or so, 2…
Beginning Farmer Training Program Receives State Approval
…farm. There is an increasing need to further develop the next generation of farmers and ranchers to become skilled farming professionals. As older farmers begin contemplating retirement, those management positions…
Feeding Minds Press Will Focus on Accurate Agriculture Books for Children
…a new company that is devoted to the accurate depiction of modern farming and the dedicated people who grow our food.” Award-winning illustrator Renée Kurilla will illustrate the book. “I’m…
Highlights From the February 2018 Farm Income Forecast
…includes cash receipts from farming as well as farm-related income, including government payments, minus cash expenses. Net farm income is a more comprehensive measure that incorporates noncash items, including changes…
Turkey Growers Seeking to Close Gap with Consumers
…for online sharing. Zimmerman says: “It’s satisfying to know consumers can appreciate how turkey farming is both practical and sustainable, and the answers to their questions are all common-sense.” The…
UC ANR Drought Management Tips: Alfalfa
…strategies for alfalfa The CIWR drought tip series opens with Cannon Michael of Bowles Farming in Los Banos. The alfalfa grower works with UCCE specialist Dan Putnam. “There’s a lot…
Perdue Unveils Farmers.gov, Interactive Website for Agricultural Producers
…forms.” Farmers.gov is mobile device-friendly and can identify for farmers the most convenient USDA office locations. New functions will be added shortly, including an interactive calendar, farming success stories, an…
Farm Bureau Applauds Delay of Unlawful WOTUS Rule
…Engineers to delay implementation of the hopelessly vague 2015 rule that expansively defined ‘waters of the United States.’ That rule would have put a stranglehold on ordinary farming and ranching…
Agri View: California Farming a Different Business
Everett Griner talks about California farming being a different business in today’s Agri View. You know the picture of farming in California is rather a confusing one. One agri-official put…
CFBF Advocates for Reasonable Regulation
…it increasingly difficult for growers to navigate what is required of them. Larger farming operations can afford to help mitigate some of the complications by hiring someone dedicated to meeting…