The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) recently sent a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Sonny Perdue highlighting the most critical areas for supporting through the stimulus funding….
American Livestock Production Sets the Standard for Environmental Impact
There is a lot of conversation about greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from animal agriculture, however, the U.S. is a global leader when it comes to the environmental impact of livestock…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-08-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering NRCS’ On-Farm Trials that take a look at holistic…
Plant a Fruit Tree-Reduce Stress and Store Trips
…they can. Among them are local plant nurseries. Most of the plants have yet to blossom since it’s only early April, but a nectarine tree is already showing off beautiful…
The California Kitchen: Oven Roasted Hashbrowns
In today’s California Kitchen, learn to bake Oven Roasted Hashbrowns with The Untamed Chef, Albert J. Hernandez. Here is what you will need: 4 Idaho Potatoes Skin On TT Garlic…
$5 Billion in Relief Sought for Produce Market Stabilization Program
…commodities have presented the plan to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), which requests $5 billion in funding to support the produce industry. The effort has also garnered support from…
Friant Division Contractors Getting More Water
In a recent announcement from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (USBR), Friant Division contractors will be receiving an increased water allocation. USBR has doubled the Class 1 allocation to 40…
Farmer Relief Fund from American Farmland Trust Aims to Help Ag
…sources of income disappear during a really important time in our planting cycle,” Kara Heckert, California Regional Director for AFT. “So, we created the Farmer Relief Fund with 100 percent…
Spring Cattle Work Calls for COVID-19 Precautions
…to enact all the time, however, we urge beef cattle producers to consider the severity of this pandemic and their importance as food producers as they plan their spring livestock…
On-Farm Trial Looks at Holistic Impact of Soil Health Practices
The first On-Farm Trial in California from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is looking at the collective impact soil health practices can have on orchard…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 04-07-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how employers are adjusting to COVID-19 issues, how the…
Almost Impossible to Kill Houseplants
…level, the elegant plant is best kept in full or partial shade. The Swiss cheese plant is a highly sought after house plant. It’s an easy pleaser, thriving with just a…
Dozens of Ag Groups Ask for Regulatory Pause During Pandemic
Nearly 40 industry groups representing various agricultural commodities are asking for a regulatory pause as California addresses issues related to COVID-19. In a letter addressed to Governor Gavin Newsom, the…
FDA Temporarily Suspends Routine Facility Inspections
…our workers,” Isom noted. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) will also be holding off on routine facility inspections for compliance with the Produce Safety Rule. CDFA will…