…issues of orchard apples, they are wily cousins that can survive a bit better. Like many fruits, particularly ones that are on the sour side, crabapples make for tasty jellies…
Made in the USA Standards Strengthened with Federal Announcements
…the FTC final rule announcement, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is also addressing the issues of labeling. USDA has indicated that the department will be reviewing the Made in…
Agriculture Funding Bill Adds Nearly $3 Billion in Support
…U.S. Food and Drug Administration for efforts to address food safety issues. Nutritional programs would also benefit from additional support under the agriculture funding bill. A total of $6 billion…
Almond Shipments Staying Strong Despite Pandemic Challenges
…pandemic. Some of the transportation challenges remain, but conditions have slowly been improving. If demand continues to be robust, it should help keep demand high as transportation issues begin to…
Growers Affected by Recent Wildfires Struggle With New Drought Challenges
Grape growers in Sonoma County are still working through some of the issues created by recent wildfires. Compounding the challenges, the current drought conditions have added another layer of difficult…
VofV: Global Agricultural Issues Require Global Solutions
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find…
Preventing Serious Health Issues from Chicken Coop Dust
…issues for the owners of backyard flocks. However, it can still cause significant health problems such as: coughing, shortness of breath, itchy, watery eyes, asthma, and flu-like symptoms. There are…
Ag Groups Make Recommendations for Strengthening Food Supply Chain
…Chains. The order underscores the need for improving resiliency in the U.S. food supply, particularly in light of the issues that were exacerbated by the pandemic. Information gathered as part…
Current Agricultural Labor Market ‘Extraordinarily Concerning’
The agricultural labor market is especially problematic this year, as other industries also struggle to find workers. Labor issues are nothing new for agriculture. However, shortages affecting all segments of…
Fresh Produce Industry Continues to Struggle with Transportation Issues
…in terms of, it’s going to go from point A to point B, that’s a problem.” Transportation issues emerged early on during the COVID pandemic and have endured throughout the…
New Publication Outlines Herbicide Drift Symptoms on Hemp
…“I believe this resource will help protect all of our existing growers,” said Light. “Drift issues can be very contentious and it’s really important that we are not placing blame…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 06-25-21
…issues, a survey determining the most popular ag byproducts used for dairy feed and republicans launching a conservative climate caucus. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes,…
Producers Dealing with Weedy Rice Challenges Have A Spot Spray Option
…year. Rice Farm Advisor Whitney Brim-Deforest is encouraging growers to continue scouting and submit any suspected samples. Growers that are dealing with weedy rice issues will have another tool in…
Pandemic Assistance for Producers Initiative Bringing Additional Aid
…livestock farmers and contract growers of poultry, as well as for organic cost-share. “USDA is honoring its commitment to get financial assistance to producers and critical agricultural businesses, especially those…