California Ag Today

USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet. You might be asking yourself, “well that sounds all fine and dandy on paper, but what does that actually mean?”

Blue Diamond Membership Has Advantages

NASA Wants Producers to Drive Climate Solutions

Bradley Dorn, Program Manager for the agriculture area in NASA’s Applied Research Program says NASA has been using satellites to look at agriculture on earth for the past 50 years.

CCA’s on Wildfires: the Golden State isn’t Prepared

On the heels of a very wet spring, California ranchers brace for the upcoming fire season. The lack of prescription burning and increased fuel are both heavy concerns for Californians this year.

USMEF Meat Market Update

An update from the U.S. Meat Export Federation on a favorable meat market in 2023… USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom…

USMEF Meat Market Update

An update from the U.S. Meat Export Federation on a favorable meat market in 2023… USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom…

USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.

Prop 12 Implementation Modification Order

The state of California released a court order that modifies Prop 12 implementation. Bryan Humphreys, CEO of the National Pork Producers Council, talks about the significance of the order and what it means to those who aren’t lawyers.

Ag Leaders Look Forward to Helping EPA Rewrite WOTUS

On the heels of a Supreme Court decision against the EPA’s WOTUS Act, industry leaders say although this is cause for celebration, there is still work to be done. All nine justices agreed the EPA’s expansive regulatory efforts violate the Clean Water Act.

Ag Leaders Look Forward to Helping EPA Rewrite WOTUS

On the heels of a Supreme Court decision against the EPA’s WOTUS Act, industry leaders say although this is cause for celebration, there is still work to be done. All nine justices agreed the EPA’s expansive regulatory efforts violate the Clean Water Act.

USMEF Meat Market Update

An update from the U.S. Meat Export Federation on a favorable meat market in 2023… USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom…

CCA’s on Wildfires: the Golden State Season

On the heels of a very wet spring, California ranchers brace for the upcoming fire season. The lack of prescription burning and increased fuel are both heavy concerns for Californians this year.

Bridge Loans with Farmers Business Network

Thanks to the time it takes to complete an appraisal, purchasing farm land can take up to 90 days to close. Farmers Business Network announced today it has a new tool to help buyers expedite that process. FBN Finance General Manager Dan English.

USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet. You might be asking yourself, “well that sounds all fine and dandy on paper, but what does that actually mean?”

New Water Ruling Could Ease Restrictions for Producers

All nine justices agreed the EPA’s expansive regulatory efforts violate the Clean Water Act. As Justice Samuel Alito puts simply in his Majority Opinion, he says the EPA’s interpretation of its powers went “too far.”

Be Grape Wise with CoRoN Metra

With another special Grape Wise report from Helena Agri-Enterprises, this is Corryn La Rue of the Ag Information Network with California Ag Today. We are joined by Paul Crout, Helena Agronomist for the Western Division.

Ag Leaders Look Forward to Helping EPA Rewrite WOTUS

On the heels of a Supreme Court decision against the EPA’s WOTUS Act, industry leaders say although this is cause for celebration, there is still work to be done.

USMEF Meat Market Update

An update from the U.S. Meat Export Federation on a favorable meat market in 2023… USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom…

Be Grape Wise with Nitrogen During the Wine Grape Bloom

With today's special Grape Wise report from Helena Agri-Enterprises, I'm Corryn La Rue with California Ag Today. We are joined by Paul Crout, Helena Agronomist from the Western Division to talk about wine grapes and nitrogen.

Farm Labor Reform Needs Grassroots Action

Although immigration policy reform took a big step forward in 2021, the House couldn’t get it across the finish line before the new congress. Western Congressman Mike Simpson says it’s going to take a grassroots effort to get farm labor reform passed in Washington.

Ag Leaders Look Forward to Helping EPA Rewrite WOTUS

On the heels of a Supreme Court decision against the EPA’s WOTUS Act, industry leaders say although this is cause for celebration, there is still work to be done.

Is the OFF Act a Trojan Horse for Extremist Groups?

Lawmakers introduced the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming, or OFF Act, aimed at reforming the federal checkoff system. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s CEO, Colin Woodall responds.

Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Against WOTUS… What Does That Mean?

The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency’s Waters of the U.S. Act, known as WOTUS. As Justice Samuel Alito puts simply in his Majority Opinion, he says the EPA’s interpretation of its powers went “too far.”

Supreme Court Unanimously Rules Against WOTUS… What Does That Mean?

The U.S. Supreme Court unanimously ruled against the Environmental Protection Agency’s Waters of the U.S. Act, known as WOTUS. As Justice Samuel Alito puts simply in his Majority Opinion, he says the EPA’s interpretation of its powers went “too far.”

FMC Friday Avaunt eVo Insect Control

Welcome back and thanks for joining us again for our weekly FMC Friday report! This FMC Friday is brought to you by Altacor eVo insect control powered by Rynaxypyr active. Don’t let Lepidopteran pests go unpunished.

Dairymen and Farmers Among the First to Repair Flood Damage

We are joined again by Tulare County Farm Bureau Executive Director Tricia Stever-Blattler. After debris from recent forest fires helped devastate culverts and bridges during the floods, the very first to jump into action could potentially face backlash from the state.

Farm Bureau Highlight: Tulare County

We’re going to hear from Tulare County Farm Bureau Executive Director Tricia Stever-Blattler, who does a great job at outlining how one of the top agriculture counties in the nation, is handling one of the most tumultuous springs in modern California history.

Owner Applied Numbers Could Prevent Property Loss

While owners can register their vehicles with a VIN numbers and their livestock with brands, the Tulare County District Attorney’s office wants you to do the same with your farm equipment, supplies, and personal property.

FMC Friday Start Watching for Naval Orange Worms

Welcome back and thanks for joining us again for our weekly FMC Friday report! This FMC Friday is brought to you by Altacor eVo insect control powered by Rynaxypyr active. Don’t let Lepidopteran pests go unpunished.

California’s Hydrology Makes for Uncertain Reserves

Record-breaking rain and snow hammers California on the heels of the three driest years in Golden State record. With full reservoirs and snowpack on nearly every mountain range in the drought-ridden state, U.S. Drought Monitor says less than half of California remains under drought conditions.

Farm Labor Reform Won’t Happen Without Grassroots Action

Although immigration policy reform took a big step forward in 2021, the House couldn’t get it across the finish line before the new congress. Western Congressman Mike Simpson says it’s going to take a grassroots effort to get farm labor reform passed in Washington.

Dairyman and Farmers Among the First to Repair Flood Damage

After debris from recent forest fires helped devastate culverts and bridges during the floods, the very first to jump into action could potentially face backlash from the state.

Waters Littered with Post-Fire Debris Added Plugs to the Flood

This is part three of our four-part series. Last episode Tricia mentioned Tulare’s creeks and smaller water ways weren’t prepared for the volume and speed of water coming from larger rivers. She says what the water is transporting off the mountains, adds to the damage.

Tulare Producers Still Feeling the Damages from Spring Floods

This is part two of our four-part series where we are going to dive into a big issue impacting Tulare county producers this spring... floods.

California Farm Bureau Highlight: Tulare County

In this four-part series, we’re going to hear from Tulare County Farm Bureau Executive Director Tricia Stever-Blattler, who does a great job at outlining how one of the top agriculture counties in the nation, is handling one of the most tumultuous springs in modern California history.

FMC Friday Start Watching for Naval Orange Worms

Joining us this week is Eric Castner, western U.S. regional technical manager for FMC Castner is here to chat with us about the importance of staying on top of Naval Orange Worm eggs starting now, throughout the season.

New CASE IH Partnership Providing Technician Training for CA Students

Case IH announced a new partnership with CNH Industrial, their dealer network, and some of North America’s top technical colleges to overcome a shortage of repair technicians. Pete Steiner is the manager of Top Tech for Case IH. He says they want to get young people involved in diesel and agricultural technology.

Trade Your Crop Byproducts for Electricity

California ag producers pay the most for electricity compared to those in any other state. With production costs already at an all-time high, one renewable energy company says it can offer relief by converting your biomass waste into electricity.

Wildfire Season Prep Starts Now

In the midst of a very wet spring here in California, don’t forget all the green lush covering the hills of your community will eventually turn into fuel for wildfires.

FMC Friday How to Manage Leaf Footed Plant Bugs and Green Stink Bugs

Joining us this week is Eric Castner, western U.S. regional technical manager for FMC. Castner is here to chat with us about how to manage growing populations of leaf-footed plant bugs and green stink bugs.

FMC Friday How to Manage Leaf Footed Plant Bugs and Green Stink Bugs

Joining us this week is Eric Castner, western U.S. regional technical manager for FMC. Castner is here to chat with us about how to manage growing populations of leaf-footed plant bugs and green stink bugs.

Farmers Business Network Offering Bridge Loans

Thanks to the time it takes to complete an appraisal, purchasing farm land can take up to 90 days to close. Farmers Business Network announced today it has a new tool to help buyers expedite that process. FBN Finance General Manager Dan English.

Farmers Business Network Offering Bridge Loans

Thanks to the time it takes to complete an appraisal, purchasing farm land can take up to 90 days to close. Farmers Business Network announced today it has a new tool to help buyers expedite that process. FBN Finance General Manager Dan English.

Farm Labor Reform Won’t Happen Without Grassroots Action

Although immigration policy reform took a big step forward in 2021, the House couldn’t get it across the finish line before the new congress.

FMC Friday Protect your Grapes

Joining us this week is Kate Walker, western U.S. regional technical manager for FMC. Walker is here to chat with us about the importance of protecting your vines during pruning season.

NASA Wants Producers to Drive Climate Solutions

Bradley Dorn, Program Manager for the agriculture area in NASA’s Applied Research Program says NASA has been using satellites to look at agriculture on earth for the past 50 years.

Helena Agri Offering Tailored Management Program

Today we are joined by Christina White, Western Division AGRIntelligence Manager for Helena Agri-Enterprises.

Farm Labor Gap Won’t Close Without Grassroots Action

Western Congressman Mike Simpson says it’s going to take a grassroots effort to get farm labor reform passed in Washington.

FMC Friday How to Manage Leaf Footed Plant Bugs and Green Stink Bugs

Joining us this week is Eric Castner, western U.S. regional technical manager for FMC. Castner is here to chat with us about how to manage growing populations of Leaf Footed Plant Bugs and Green Stink Bugs.

Helena Agri Offering Tailored Nutrient Program

We are joined by Christina White, Western Division AGRIntelligence Manager for Helena Agri-Enterprises. Christina, we know Helena spends a lot of time researching nutrient management across the country.