…agency is taking an in-depth look into the 2014 production and supply of small grains, which include wheat, oats and barley. “The small grains industry is a major component of…
AFIA Submits Comments on LEAP Draft Guidelines
…were regarding the animal feed supply chain. AFIA notes the group was pleased the guidelines seemed well constructed, including their breadth and depth. AFIA officials say the report, developed for…
Long Wait for Well Pump Help
Several years ago farmers in California could rely on ditch water to aid in their irrigation supply. Tulare County farmer Jerry Silva, like many others around the state, has not…
Recapping the 2014 California State Fair by the Numbers
…Animals 38 animals born in the Baby Barn 6,393 livestock animals 2,725 yards of manure removed from the livestock area 214,710 dollars raised by 58 youth in the Tractor Supply…
California Water Situation Worsens
New numbers indicate a worsening water supply situation in California. Gary Crawford has the details. Worsening California Water Situation…
Global Food Safety Agreement Signed by China and UC Davis
…new challenges, improve the health of consumers and maintain the integrity of the global food supply chain.” Roger Beachy, executive director of the UC Davis World Food Center, noted that…
USDA Selects 36 Energy Facilities to Accept Biomass Deliveries
…Assistance Program (BCAP), which was authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill. Biomass owners who supply these facilities may qualify for BCAP delivery assistance starting July 28, 2014. Of the total…
Help for Rural Californians Suffering Through Drought
…the surety of a stable water supply for those living in Cameron Creek Colony. These grants are triple the amount we committed to when President Obama and I visited California…
Climate Change: Register now for the first California Adaptation Forum
…economy, including ensuring a secure food supply in the future. For the first time, the Local Government Commission in partnership with the State of California will be holding the California…
Recycled Water Facing Supply Problems
Recycled water programs are progressing around the state but the technology might be facing its own challenges. AgNet West’s Taylor Hillman has the story. Shortage of Waste Water Recycled water…
USDA Makes $5 Million in Farm Bill Support for National Clean Plant Network Available
…international trade, while protecting American nurseries and growers. Through the NCPN, industry, research, extension and regulatory communities collaborate to ensure an abundant supply of healthy specialty crop propagative materials. The…
Governor Brown Commemorates California Pollinator Week
Pollinator species such as birds and insects are essential partners to farmers and ranchers in producing much of our food supply. Pollinators also provide significant environmental benefits that are necessary…
Almond Board: Late Season Irrigation Vital
As almond growers look toward next year’s crop, how they managed this year’s small supply of water could make a big difference in yields. Sabrina Hill has more. Late Season…
Testing New Potato Varieties
…does not have a designated breeder so they rely on outside breeders to supply seed. The event pulls companies, breeders and growers alike from all over North America to see…