Irrigation Options in California and McDonalds Suit Against Major Meat Packers
Learn how flood irrigation is under scrutiny for inefficiency but could improve with automation and design upgrades.
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NW Pear Crop Estimates and Drought Hits Brazilian Coffee
Discover how winter weather challenges impacted the Northwest pear crop estimates, projected to be the smallest in 40 years!
Southern Blight Disease and New School Meal Options
Discover how southern blight disease is impacting local tomato growers in the Sacramento Valley.
California Grapes in the Heat and FFA State Officers Summit
California table grape production impacted by summer heat, causing slowdown in supply and higher prices.
Drought-Stricken Yakima: City Pleads for Water Conservation
Water rationing has begun in Central Washington for growers with jr. water rights.
California Pork Prices Higher and Farmland Demand Strong
Higher per-pound prices for bacon, ribs, and loin in California compared to other states.
NOAA Reports Less Drought and Summertime E15 Urged
Learn how innovations in genetics, chemicals, and equipment have revolutionized farming practices, resulting in increased productivity and decreased resource consumption.
Product of USA Label Final Rule and Drought Impact on U.S. Cattle Herd
Learn how USDA's new rule impacts 'Product of USA' labeling for meat and poultry products.
California Flood Aquifer Recharge and Ag Export Values Decline
Agricultural export values in fiscal year 2023 that ran through September 30 declined while imports narrowly increased.
California Crop Haulers Busy and Farm Bill Extension Likely
Congress will have to extend the life of the 2018 farm law into 2024 so it can finish work on its successor.