California growers are asked to help the health of the honey bee population. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to open or download audio report. They’re invited to a field day…
Agriculture and Health Care Reform
…the act goes into effect in January. Visit the U.S. Chamber website on health care reform by clicking here. Visit the U.S. government’s website on health care by clicking here….
Natural Products Expo Features Foods
…The Natural Products Expo is one of the leading trade shows in the natural, organic and healthy products industry. Along with categories such as natural living and health and beauty,…
More Efforts to Save Bees
Experts have been sharing recent research and efforts designed to save declining pollinator populations. Rod Bain reports. Click to open or download audio report….
Better Safety Rating for U.S. Beef
U.S. beef could soon have a better safety rating. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to Open or Download Audio Report The Scientific Commission for the World Organization for Animal Health…
National Pork Producers Council Reaction to EPA Info Release
…level and ensure that CAFOs are implementing practices to protect water quality and human health.” But the agency gathered the data from state water agencies without informing them about its…
World Ag Expo Top 10 New Product Winners
…and costly tanks, and a quick-release battery connector. There’s also a product that allows for better tracking of the health of dairy or beef cattle. You can see these and…
Bovine Tuberculosis Detected at Tulare County Dairy
SACRAMENTO, February 8, 2013 – State and federal animal health officials have confirmed the detection of bovine tuberculosis (TB) in a dairy herd in Tulare County. Officials are working closely…
Watching for Vine Viruses in Wine Grapes
…the Manager Grower Relations for Constellation Wine out of Madera. He says there are a number of vine-health issues for wine grape growers to watch for. He says weather also…
Challenges for Poultry Producers
…Poultry Magazine says besides the usual economic and individual financial concerns, the poultry industry will face increasing public health, environment, and animal welfare issues. Just last year, California poultry producer…
Western Growers To Tell Consumers About Ag
…continue to provide nutritious fresh fruits and vegetables, and tree nuts for the health of the nation. They will use what’s known as an infographic, a visual presentation of information….
Lucas Selected to Serve Second Term
…time. “I look forward to working with my colleagues to ensure the health and vitality of production agriculture and rural economies,” said Chairman Frank D. Lucas. Agriculture Committee Press Office…
Record Pistachio Harvest
…are grown in California. Pistachios have seen a rise in sales as well, thanks partially to a couple of studies that have highlighted the health benefits of the nuts. Sabrina…
Health Benefits from Dairy Products
The Dairy Council of California has released it’s Fall 2012 trends report. According to the report , dairy has the potential to play a big role in diabetes prevention. AgNet…