…dietary guidelines which include dairy, meat, fruits and vegetables, and grains.” “Lifelong healthy eating habits begin with children having healthy choices—and school food programs are pivotal in shaping those healthy…
Fresno State to Host Brazilian Delegation Tour, Attend Ag Workshop
The Lyles Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Fresno State will host an agricultural technology delegation from Brazil beginning at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, as part of the Lyles…
Agri View: COOL Labeling
…the law include muscle cut and ground meats: lamb, goat, and chicken; wild and farm-raised fish and shellfish; fresh and frozen fruits and vegetables; peanuts, pecans, and macadamia nuts; and…
Georgia Farmer Elected American Farm Bureau President
…2016 American Farm Bureau annual convention in Orlando, Florida. Farm Bureau members will gather for the 98th AFBF Annual Convention and IDEAg Trade Show, Jan. 6-10, 2017, in Phoenix, Arizona….
Governor Brown’s Budget Invests in Climate Smart Agriculture
Gov. Jerry Brown Governor Brown’s proposed budget for 2016-2017 would provide a total of $485 million to CDFA for its mission to promote and protect agriculture, including appropriations for invasive…
2015 Dietary Guidelines Support Lean Beef in a Healthy Diet
…a healthy diet and confirm that Americans are, on average, consuming lean meat in daily amounts that are consistent with the recommendations for protein foods. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President…
Exports to South Africa
…Opportunity Act. The agreement was reached following intense U.S. government engagement with South African officials over the last year. Only a limited number of U.S. poultry and meat products have…
Agri View: Feral Hog Drop-Net Tactics
…conflict. If feral hogs have a redeeming quality, it might be that they provide some additional recreational hunting opportunities. If cared for properly, their meat can make tasty table fare….
NPPC Year in Review
…by pork producers this year proved successful. The omnibus spending bill passed this month included a host of agriculture issues, including repeal of mandatory country-of-origin meat labeling in the U.S….
Ranches Surviving California Drought
…antibiotics. (It’s worth noting that, under federal law, there are never any antibiotics in meat.) More recently, the ranch has had to bring in hay for the cows to eat,…
Goat Meat for the Holidays
…suggestions to add goat meat to your holiday gathering. Goat Meat for the Holidays From: Holiday Leg of Goat Recipe by Shepherd Song This story is sponsored by Shepherd Song…
Groundwater Management a Costly Endeavor
Sustainable groundwater plans could be a costly endeavor for local groundwater agencies to put together and present to the state. Management a Costly Endeavor Local water entities have until 2017…
Gift Ideas for Gardeners
…are short on pretty pictures but have “the meat” or information. Reference books range from topics on different plants, to the basics of landscaping or problem solving. Books not only…
Omnibus Approval Key for Cattle Producers
…the Senate today. Section 179 is permanently extended at $500,000, up from $25,000 previously. Bonus depreciation is set at 50 percent for property acquired during 2015, 2016 and 2017 and…