…stressed that both industries are essential to America’s food security. “We’re all food producers,” she explained. “We all need that water.” America Imports Most of Its Seafood One of the…
California’s Commercial Fishing Industry Faces Mounting Challenges, Says Morro Bay Fisherwoman
…important part of America’s food security system alongside farmers and ranchers. “We’re part of the food security of the United States,” French said. “We just need the opportunity to do…
Kern Oil Documentary Explores California’s Energy Future
…Nick Papagni compared educating people about the oil industry to taking families on farm tours where they discover how food is grown. Bird agreed, saying many Californians simply don’t realize…
Rickey Bird Says California Should Produce More of Its Own Oil
…farming, transportation, manufacturing, and food production. He believes discussions about the state’s energy future should include the economic impacts on rural communities and the industries that depend on petroleum every…
Farm Bureau Pushes Congress to Act on Labor and Farm Bill Priorities
…a bipartisan issue because every American depends on farmers and ranchers. Regardless of political affiliation, lawmakers have an opportunity to work together on issues that directly affect food security, rural…
USDA’s Fordyce Highlights SPUR Initiative, Screwworm Fight, and Historic Farm Support
…where their food comes from. Fordyce said the fair is an excellent opportunity to highlight the importance of agriculture and the people who produce America’s food supply. SPUR Initiative Aims…
USDA’s Richard Fordyce Highlights Farm Bill Progress as Farm Bureau Pushes Labor Reform
…are not filling,” Newton explained, adding that reliable access to legal agricultural labor remains essential for maintaining the nation’s food supply. Newton also urged lawmakers to continue work on a…
How Early American Farmers Drove Westward Expansion
…a way of life for the vast majority of Americans. Families relied on farming to provide food, income, and economic stability, while communities depended on agriculture to support local growth…
USDA’s Luke Lindberg Highlights Trade Progress Ahead of America’s 250th Celebration
…highlight agriculture’s historic role in building the nation. Lindberg said farmers and ranchers remain America’s greatest ambassadors, noting that international buyers increasingly want to know who produced their food and…
California Agriculture Faces Mounting Pressure: Roger Isom Sounds the Alarm on Regulations, Water, and the Future of Farming
…nut production, agricultural economics, and why he believes the future of California farming depends on the decisions being made today. If you care about agriculture, food security, California water, or…
USDA Launches Phase Four of Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program
…Administrator of USDA’s Rural Business-Cooperative Service, said expanding local meat processing remains a top priority for the department as it works to support producers and strengthen the nation’s food supply….
David Tangipa Warns of New California Taxes, Government Overreach, and Threats to Agriculture
…packaging to safely transport fresh food across the country. Rather than penalizing businesses, Tangipa believes California should encourage innovation by incentivizing companies to develop better recycling technologies instead of imposing…
The Water It Takes To Grow Your Food
…the West and why reliable water infrastructure is essential to the future of farming and our food supply. As Michelle reminds listeners throughout the episode, “Food grows where water flows.”…
David Tangipa Says California Agriculture Needs Practical Leadership and Regulatory Reform
…have to make sure the people making decisions understand the consequences those decisions have on the families producing our food,” Tangipa said. Despite the challenges, Tangipa remains optimistic that California…