…trends. “Farmers are looking for solutions to some of the regulatory issues that they’re facing here in California from water quality to air quality, to climate change. We’re being asked…
Farm Bureau Calls for Final Farm Bill Approval
…when it is much needed given the financial headwinds so many family farms now face. Additionally, the bill continues to help low-income children, families, seniors and military veterans access the…
New Biosecurity Campaign to Protect Live Poultry
…health issues over the last couple of years, the poultry community knows how important biosecurity is to protecting the nation’s flocks. “We’ve seen great strides in biosecurity since 2015, but…
California Citrus Network Now Available as Grower Resource
…The California Citrus Network has specific areas pertaining to individual issues such as pests, diseases, irrigation, weeds, fertility, and harvest and post-harvesting issues. The forum also allows users to break…
Farm Bureau Establishes Disaster-Relief Fund
…California Bountiful Foundation, to California Bountiful Foundation; Farm and Rural Disaster Fund; 2300 River Plaza Drive; Sacramento, CA 95833; Attn: Financial Services. In addition, county Farm Bureaus have begun relief…
Farming Assistance Resources Available from NRCS
…Barry. “We also have some financial resources to help when you decide what you want to do.” Farming Assistance Resources Available from NRCS About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter…
California Table Grape Growers Have Too Much of a Good Thing
…really mild spring, summer wasn’t too hot. We haven’t had any rain or any issues with the weather which could add to decay or defects,” said Assistant Ranch Manager at…
Fixed 5G Wireless Not Likely to Bridge Urban-Rural Divide
…“they are facing operational and technical issues that will limit the scale of its 5G fixed wireless deployments.” Because of the technical issues, CoBank says “we don’t see the use…
Spray Rigs Could Be Part of Pest Issues
…Machado said older spray rigs and common operating mistakes may be part of many insect issues, especially NOW. Spray Rigs Could Be Part of Pest Issues About the Author Taylor…
USDA Announces Early Release of Select Commodity Tables
…assumed to remain in effect through the projection period. Background on USDA’s long-term projections and past issues of the report are available at the USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) website….
The Western View: A Fix for California Water Problems?
…to reassess their biological opinions affecting California’s water issues, and to do it quickly. The goal is to reduce the amount of water dumped into the ocean to help fish…
USDA Announces 2019 Agricultural Outlook Forum
…issues and trends affecting agricultural production and global markets. It offers a platform for exchanging ideas, information and best practices among producers, processors, policymakers, government officials, and non-governmental organizations, both…
Trump, China, To Talk Trade at G20
…tariffs on agricultural products “would be most welcome.” Formal talks have stalled since August as the U.S. accused China of unwilling to engage on trade issues. Source: National Association of…
Crops of the Future Collaborative Funds Downy Mildew Research at UC Davis
…of the Future Collaborative investment. Matching funds are provided by a group of multi-national collaborators looking to address issues in agricultural production. “In this case, we have a consortium that’s…