…as many as 80 years. Replacing the citrus with avocados also serves as means for diversifying the farming operation further. But Sayer noted that none of those things would matter…
Consumer Confidence in Farmers is High
In a new survey conducted by the Alliance for Food and Farming (AFF), 76% of consumers said they have confidence in farmers to protect produce safety. Government agencies are also…
Keeping Agricultural Interests Prioritized in Sacramento
…for agricultural interests. Brown acknowledged that as California’s Democratic majority is unlikely to change soon, it is important to support the best available individual regardless of party affiliation. The farming…
Almond Update: Promoting Pollinator Health Beyond National Pollinator Week
…offers a variety of resources to growers to help support bee populations and establish cover crops in farming operations. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said Pollinator Week…
CFBF Hosts WOTUS Roundtable
…that currently exist in the Clean Water Act, such as exemptions from 404 permits for ongoing, routine, and normal farming practices such as tilling, as well as prior converted croplands…
MSOB: Biological Industry Continues ‘Tremendous Growth’
…Sense of Biologicals is made possible by Marrone Bio Innovations, leading the movement to environmentally sustainable farming practices through the discovery, development and sale of innovative biological products for crop…
MSOB: Biological Control Becoming More Viable with Drones
Biological control practices are widely used in farming systems; however, adoption has been relatively slow. UAV-IQ Co-founder and Business Development Manager, Thomas Grandperrin said that drones offer growers an opportunity…
Survey Seeks Farmer Experience with On-Farm Conservation Programs
…looking for reasons why producers may have opted not to participate, or what aspects have been helpful in the implementation of conservation programs on farming operations. On-farm conservation programs have…
New Organic Transition Initiative to Address Several Industry Needs
…initiative. Provisions of the new initiative are in line with what groups such as OTA and the Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) have historically been advocating for. “In the past…
MSOB: Plant Biostimulant Act Necessary for Regulatory Clarity
…made possible by Marrone Bio Innovations, leading the movement to environmentally sustainable farming practices through the discovery, development and sale of innovative biological products for crop protection, crop health and…
Vilsack Gives Details on Food Supply Chain Plans
…community engagement, increase awareness of climate change and mitigate the effects within urban areas, provide jobs, educate communities about farming, and expand green spaces. USDA also is supporting local production…
Organic Research Priorities for California Detailed in Latest Report
…Farming Research Foundation (OFRF), the CORA report is a companion to the 2022 National Organic Research Agenda. Information for the resources was gathered through 16 listening sessions throughout the country…
MSOB: Biological Approaches to Managing Spotted Wing Drosophila
…Biologicals is made possible by Marrone Bio Innovations, leading the movement to environmentally sustainable farming practices through the discovery, development and sale of innovative biological products for crop protection, crop…
Farm Bureau Virtual Event Focuses on Farmer Mental Health
…feature compelling stories from three Farm Bureau members who believe that advocating for mental health wellness is a way to save lives in rural and farming communities. Farmers, ranchers and…