…with an extra 70,000 bearing acres. From the NASS: California’s 2018 almond production is forecast at 2.45 billion meat pounds, up 6.5 percent from May’s subjective forecast and up 7.9…
First 2017 Crop Report has Little Lingering Drought Effects
The latest Monterey County Crop Report that was recently released highlighted a four percent increase in the value of agricultural production in 2017. Despite certain weather and labor challenges, Monterey…
N.C. Legislature Overrides Veto of Farm Protection Bill
…provision in the bill prevents soy, almond, coconut, and other plant-based milk suppliers from labeling their products “milk” in North Carolina. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Senate Farm Bill Passes with Overwhelming Support
…rural Americans and everyone who depends on the nation’s agricultural production.” Congress will remain under tremendous pressure from the country’s agriculture industry to get the legislation delivered to President Trump…
Perdue Signals Aid Plan Announcement Possible Around Labor Day
…stop all U.S. soybean purchases completely, Brazil’s production and exports are growing, and China is seeking alternatives to U.S. agricultural products. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
How to Grow a Peach Tree at Home
…shape, preferably in the spring, to promote better growth and fruit production as well as prevent disease. Another great thing about peach trees is that they can self-pollinate. While many…
California Dairy Digester Project Recognized as Groundbreaker of the Year
…only are these types of endeavors helping to lower the dairy industry’s environmental impact by reducing emission levels, they also help dairy farmers offset some of the costs of production….
Doggett Named Corn Growers Interim CEO
…11-person Washington office, as well as leading the organization’s public policy efforts. A Montana native who grew up on his family’s ranch, Doggett has substantial knowledge of production agriculture and…
NPPC Wants Regulations Reined In Further
…examples, he pointed to regulations on the buying and selling of livestock, labeling meat, trucking, air emissions, clean water, antibiotic use, and organic livestock production. NPPC written testimony says the…
Agri View: Tariff Effect on the Pecan Crop-Hard Nut to Crack
…market. Growth in production is rapidly rising in South Africa, Mexico, and Australia. All is not well for the future of the U.S. crop. China, our biggest importer, has it…
US Fostering Trade Relationship with Japan Amidst Other Ongoing Trade Disputes
…as to what domestic rice production will look like in Japan over the next ten years, market data indicates that rice importers and foodservice distributors have a significant interest in…
Groups Respond to House Passage of 2018 Farm Bill
…annually. From National Milk Producers Federation NMPF Applauds House Passage of Farm Bill as Crucial Step Toward Final Enactment in 2018 The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) commended House passage…
Canada Dairy Group Understanding of U.S. Frustrations
…its Class 7 milk policy in order to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement with the United States.” The CEO says he understands “the frustrations,” adding, “quite frankly I…
Plant-Based Milk Alternatives Changing Dairy Market
…growth of 15 to 25 percent projected by 2022. Meanwhile, cow’s milk consumption continues a decades-long slump. However, a CoBank spokesperson says the total volume of alternative milk is “relatively…