…to be unionized,” said Johansson. “Playing politics and doing a union check-off wish list at the end of the session instead of dealing with real issues is unacceptable. That’s what…
California Walnut Production Projected to Come Down 15 Percent
…bearing acres. Instances of widespread freezing temperatures in Fall of last year created significant issues for growers. The ongoing drought also created an array of challenges for walnut production. Survey…
AFBF Urges USDA to Address Supply Chain Issues
The American Farm Bureau Federation urges the Department of Agriculture to address supply chain issues facing farmers and ranchers. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the organization details…
Kearney Alfalfa and Forage Field Day Coming Up September 23
…in-door presentations. In there, we’ll be talking about other issues related to forage such as nutrient management, pest management, and then also have an update from someone at the Fresno…
‘Farm Safety Yields Real Results’
…safety, keeping young people safe, anhydrous ammonia safety, respiratory protection, mental health, and women’s health issues. Continuing Education credits for healthcare and allied health professionals will be available with two…
Farm and Food Workers Relief Program to Award $700 Million in Grants
…sustain their families throughout the pandemic,” Secretary Vilsack said in a press release. “They deserve recognition for their resilience and financial support for their efforts to meet personal and family…
Water Provisions of Infrastructure Bill Come After Years of Advocacy
…national level. It took more than three years of work to get Western water issues addressed in a federal infrastructure package. “We started making noise about this in Washington D.C….
Hemp Webinar Covering Cultivation and Production Coming Up This Week
…selection, and financial planning. Researchers and other experts from NCAT, Oregon State University, the Kearney Agricultural Research & Extension Center, and Kentucky State University will all be providing information to…
Specialty Crop Multi-State Program to Award $10 Million in Funding
…to state departments of agriculture to help support collaborative, multi-state projects that address issues of food safety, pests and disease, research, and marketing and promotion for specialty crops. “This program…
National Awareness Increases on Ag’s Role in Mitigating Effects of Climate Change
…be a part of the solution to climate change and other types of issues.” Listen to the radio report below. National Awareness Increases on Ag’s Role in Mitigating Effects of…
Industry Members Meet to Discuss the Future of Skilled Labor in Ag
…here today.” The first panel of the event centered on industry issues and skill identification. Several farmers and industry leaders in the agtech sector spoke to the need for increasing…
Grassley Wants Administration to Fill Ag Trade Positions
…issues will continue to matriculate, and these two positions will have a portfolio that impacts every farmer and rancher in the country.” The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the…
California Plums Gain Market Access to Japan
…centered on phytosanitary issues. California Fresh Fruit Association (CFFA) President Ian Lemay said that open access to the Japanese market represents a “significant opportunity for California plums.” Gaining access to…
Week in Review: Updates to Leafy Greens Testing Procedure, Free Mediation Available for Producers
…(CALAMP) is a free service aimed at addressing a variety of issues for farmers and ranchers. The new California Veterinary Emergency Team will be administered by the UC Davis School…