…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…
Harden in California to Talk about Women in Ag, Sign NASA Agreement
…in agriculture and a USDA mentoring program for women. She also talks about the role of youth in the future of farming, urban farming, and the USDA agreement with NASA….
Agri View: Pretty Food
Everett Griner talks about a new fad invading organic farming in today’s Agri View. Pretty Food…
Regenis Application Wins Dairy Digester Grant in CA
…maintaining them—we not only build closed loop systems, but we are a closed loop system, helping our farming partners reimagine their reusable resources for a healthier bottom line as well…
Video Contest Gives Young Calif. Dairy Leaders Opportunity to Share Passion for Food and Farming
Revelers at the 2016 Tournament of Roses® Parade will have a chance to celebrate California dairy foods and farming in addition to the New Year, thanks to a new float…
Record Number of Farmers and Ranchers Certified Under 2014 Farm Bill Conservation Compliance
…deadline. Of the small number of producers who have not certified their conservation compliance, USDA records suggest the majority are no longer farming or may have filed forms with discrepancies…
The Western View: New Technology, New Opportunity
New technology brings new opportunity Technology Compared to other industries, technology has been slow to make a big impact on farming. But lately some exciting new developments in technology have…