…emphasis on sustainable farming practices, the commission works with strategic partners focusing on production and nutrition research, food safety training and education, marketing and communications, trade relations and public policy….
The Western View: My Job Depends on Ag!
…and created “Team Ag,” which challenges the misconceptions some people have about farming. Another voice has been my own daughter – Sabrina Hill – who recognized the need to advocate…
Dairy Farmers Explore Options in Feed Supplies
…runs a custom farming and harvesting operation in Merced County. He said those who are short on water are definitely seeing lower corn yields, with some fields down by as…
Avocado Growers Getting Creative with Crops
…professionals to start a healthy discussion. One of the panel members told growers about some new farming practices that are bringing in some extra income. Growers Getting Creative with Crops…
Citrus Industry This Week: Water Farming; Online CEU; Citrus Expo
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes a water farming report, a CEU article and Citrus Expo updates. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe free…
Agri View: Oyster Farming
Pacific Oysters Everett Griner talks about oyster farming, a growing enterprise, in today’s Agri View. Oyster Farming…
The Western View: Crowdfunding for Agriculture
…high-tech tools and equipment for large-scale farming operations. Agfunder projects include SWIIM, which is creating a new $150 billion market for water rights and conservation with a hardware/software system co-developed…
Proving Sustainability Sometimes Just Paperwork
Sustainable farming is a popular term in California and is widely looked at as a good thing. Wine industry leaders say a lot of growers are already operating this way….
Crop Insurance Options for Fruit and Nut Producers
…the stronger safety net they need to continue farming, even after particularly bad years,” said Secretary Vilsack. “USDA will continue to work toward implementing risk management provisions from the Farm…
Almond Orchard Sustainability Lifecycle Study Highlights Greenhouse Gas Benefits, Provides Baseline for Future Goals
…dollar commitment to independent, third-party research into next-generation farming practices to help drive further improvement in efficient and sustainable farming. Kendall A, Marvinney E, Brodt S, Zhu W. Life cycle-based…
Benefits of Strip-Till Corn Production for Dairies
…Strip-Tillage Farming? Strip-tillage is a farming practice that is used on many dairies for their corn production. Sustainable Conservation and California Ag Solutions put on their third annual tour last…
Senate Finance Committee Introduces Tax Bill to Help Agriculture and Other Small Businesses
…to manage their cash flow and put their money back to work for their businesses and local economies.” Since farming requires large investments in machinery, equipment and other depreciable capital,…
Agri View: UAV Problems
Everett Griner talks about a big step in precision farming in today’s Agri View. UAV Problems…
From California to the Midwest – Sharing Agriculture’s Story
…and interviews from each. Randy and Kathy Schlosser discuss challenges and benefits of dairy farming in Wisconsin. Randy and Kathy Schlosser This slideshow requires JavaScript. Dave Hall talks about his…