Cathy Isom has a list of some things you should be saving right now for your Spring garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Saving Things Now for…
Farm Bureau Roadshow Highlights Value of Industry Unity
President of the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) Jamie Johansson highlighted the value that Farm Bureau provides for the industry at the Farm Bureau Roadshow that was recently held at…
Details of Risk Management Programs for Hemp Producers Announced
(USDA) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of two programs that protect hemp producers’ crops from natural disasters. A pilot hemp insurance program through Multi-Peril Crop…
Strong Demand, Leverage Shift Adds Optimism for Year Ahead
Focus on consumers a requirement for continued beef industry success (NCBA) — Beef demand is strong and with U.S. cattle numbers plateauing, prices are likely to be stronger in the…
USMCA to Bring Benefits to U.S. Textile Industry
Cotton growers are optimistic about some of the details in the recently signed U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which should provide benefits for the U.S. textile industry. Following approval from Congress, President…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 02-06-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering how increasing dairy consumption could actually lower overall health…
Citrus Growers Weathering Freezing Temperatures
A cold front recently moved into California this week, creating some concern among the citrus industry as many areas experienced freezing temperatures. The citrus industry has been fortunate up to…
Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. New Ads Address Myths About Beef
New ads tackle the topics of health, sustainability and meat substitutes with the iconic brand’s unique personality and swagger (Beef Checkoff) — Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner., managed by the National…
NCBA Unveils Top Policy Priorities For 2020
(NCBA) — The Executive Committee of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) approved the organization’s top 2020 Policy Priorities. Approval came at the annual Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio,…
More than 1,000 Attend Cattlemen’s College
Education recognized by attendees as key element to improving operations (NCBA) — More than 1,000 cattlemen and women took advantage of educational opportunities at the 27th annual Cattlemen’s College in San…
Questions Remain as AB-5 Implementation Takes Shape
The agriculture community has many questions regarding AB-5 implementation and how that is going to affect common farming practices. The nature of the farming business makes the application of the…
CSU-Bakersfield to Establish Grimm Family Center for Agricultural Business
A new ag business facility is coming to California State University-Bakersfield. The CSU Board of Trustees recently approved the establishment of the Grimm Family Center for Agricultural Business at the…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 02-05-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the benefits plant growth regulators can provide to almond…
Growing Cress, a Nutrient Powerhouse
Cathy Isom has a few tips for you about how to grow one of easiest greens that’s also known as a nutrient powerhouse. That’s coming up on This Land of…