…local utility providers performing energy audits and identifying problem areas that can be improved. These efforts have saved California over 45 million kilowatt-hours of energy which is enough to supply…
Market Experts: Keep China Tariff in Perspective
…of the commodity to fully supply China. And, the only major soybean growing areas of the world are North and South America. Future demand my shift, but global demand should…
Loss Of Foreign Workers Would Hurt Agriculture
…prompted by a change in immigration policy – would not be offset by native-born workers and permanent residents. Instead, they found, the tighter supply of foreign-born workers would reduce overall…
Snow Level Still Below Average Despite Late Winter Storms
…comes to forecasting the water supply for the coming summer, as the snowpack is typically at its highest level before temperatures begin to rise. Last year’s wet winter caused the…
Ag Coalition Website Launched to Stop CA Glyphosate Regulation
…to provide an abundant, safe, and affordable supply of food,” Goule says. “Our coalition understands the important of glyphosate to the agricultural economy and we’re committed to communicating with all…
Agri View: Farm Bill
…for farmers, improving U.S. competitiveness, safeguarding the domestic food supply, an effective food and safety and inspection service, and, an effort to support rural prosperity. Now to most farmers, this…
Sprucing Up the Garden Fence
…fences aren’t always attractive. Whether its a chain-link, wooden or something else that can give your outdoor space an unsightly feel. With a little bit of creativity and some handiwork,…
Central Valley Grower Receives Distinguished California Agriculturalist Award
…the current demand. “We believe that we’re pretty much in balance throughout the state of California, to the amount of supply and the demand as we see it,” said DiBuduo….
USDA Provides Funds to Protect Agriculture and Plants from Pests and Diseases
…environment, as well as ensure the availability of a healthy supply of clean plant stock in the United States. “Through the Farm Bill Section 10007, the USDA strengthens our nation’s…
Bayer Announces Crop Science Incubator Space
…to help growers sustainably grow a safe, affordable and abundant food supply,” said Adrian Percy, Global Head of R&D, Crop Science, a division of Bayer. “I believe that our internal…
Ag Bankers, Accountants Oppose Sugar Policy Modernization Act
…the price safety net for American sugar farmers. The collapse of domestic sugar producers would cause major disruptions in the supply chain for food manufacturers and American consumers. The economic…
Roof Rat Damage Causing Concern for Growers
…weeds and weed seeds. The food supply attracted roof rats away from urban environments out to farms where they were able to quickly reproduce. Roof rat damage is being reported…
Agri View: Urban Farming
…requires a small amount of seed, plants, and fertilizer. And, properly managed, it can supply a serious harvest of fresh vegetables otherwise unavailable. Urban farming. Get used to it. That’s…
Farm Bureau Praises Withdrawal of Organic Livestock and Poultry Practices Rule
…out of the organic sector or out of business entirely, reducing the supply of organic food choices for America’s consumers. “Farm Bureau thanks Secretary Sonny Perdue for his leadership in…