…to bankruptcy, but we can’t live without a good, dependable and affordable supply of water.” Musson goes on to say, “Our politicians have abandoned the needs of the people of…
PMA Issues Statement of the Country-of-Origin Labeling Amendments Act
…association’s members operate at every level in the supply chain from growing to shipping, processing, distribution, wholesaling, retail, and foodservice. In the United States, PMA’s members handle more than 90…
Forest Service Chief Invites Public Participation in National Get Outdoors Day
…Service manages contribute more than $13 billion to the economy each year through visitor spending alone. Those same lands provide 20 percent of the nation’s clean water supply, a value…
Hortau Secures $5M in Financing from Advantage Capital Agribusiness Partners
…Department of Agriculture (USDA), focusing on businesses involved in the production, processing and supply of agricultural products. It is a partnership between Advantage Capital Partners and nine Farm Credit organizations….
Guava Fruit Fly Quarantine in Portion of Los Angeles County
…deter, and eliminate the threat of invasive pests and diseases that can damage or destroy our agricultural products and natural environment. The efforts are aimed at keeping California’s food supply…
USDA Seeks Input from Growers About 2015 Crops, Stocks, Inventories, and Values
…agency will survey more than 2,600 operations across California and Nevada to determine crop production and supply levels in 2015. “Due to the widespread impact of its results, the June…
Editorial: Country of Origin Labeling
…For example, the grocery chain Safeway markets its “Rancher’s Reserve” beef with a voluntary label, and my home state of Texas has a successful “Go Texan” marketing program to distinguish…
Poindexter Nut Grows, Orders Largest US Walnut Napasol Pasteurization Plant
…has a staff of more than 400 employees seasonally. This major investment in pasteurization capacity will support the rapid growth of the company and its ability to supply large volumes…
Legislation Introduced in House to Repeal COOL
…labeling efforts, efforts that give consumers the information they are looking for and reward producers all along the supply chain for meeting specifications,” said Ellis. “Programs like Born and Raised…
CDFA Announces Vacancies On The Fertilizer Research and Education Program’s Technical Advisory Subcommittee
…agricultural sector. The program serves growers, agricultural supply and service professionals, extension personnel, public agencies, consultants, and the public. Applicants must demonstrate technical and scientific expertise in the fields of…
USDA announces $30 Million for Food Entrepreneurs and Agricultural Producers to Develop New Products
…family farms and ranches; farmer and rancher cooperatives; and applicants that propose mid-tier value chain projects are given special priority in applying for VAPGs. Additional priority is given to group…
Western Snowpack Melts Early, Little Remains
…other measurements taken from remote sites to develop the water supply forecasts. NRCS monitors conditions year-round and will continue to issue monthly forecasts until June. The water supply forecast is…
The Western View: Governor Brown’s Tunnels
…the Sacramento river water efficiently and better protect the state’s water supply system during an earthquake. Since the water would be bypassing the San Joaquin River Delta, the problem of…
Fresno Drought Forum is an Opportunity for Agriculture
…of this drought – giving a voice to those who produce our truly remarkable food supply. As we all know, the farming community is facing a very difficult time and…