California Ag Today
Focused on keeping local farmers, ranchers, agribusiness men, and women up to date on agriculture industry issues that affect California's rural economy.
When the Vineyard Work Dries Up
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California’s winegrape downturn is reshaping jobs along with acreage.
The Goalpost Keeps Moving
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Improved crop revenue projections collide with record-high fertilizer and rising diesel costs.
What If Ag Tech Brings People In?
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A UC Merced survey finds interest in agricultural technology training far outpaces interest in traditional ag programs.
More Value, Same Beef
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July beef export volume held steady, but stronger global demand pushed export value higher.
When Farm Technology Outruns the Rules
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AI is moving into the field, raising new questions for California farmers.
Three Extensions. One More Deadline.
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California specialty crop growers have plenty at stake as Congress takes another run at a five-year farm bill.
Cattle Research Meets the Rancher
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California researchers are invited to bring their beef cattle work directly to producers at this year’s Cattlemen’s Poster Session.
USDA Looks to Modernize How It Builds Crop Estimates
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With farmer survey response rates declining, USDA is looking to satellites, streamlined reporting and new technology to strengthen agricultural data.
Who Wins With More Beef Imports?
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Farm Bureau analyzes the impact of the expanded tariff-rate quota.
USDA Plans $57.5 Million Fresh Citrus Buy
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California growers are expected to benefit as USDA targets oranges, grapefruit and mandarins through its Section 32 program.
Farm Bureau Weighs In as California Legislative Session Ends
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Wolf funding and grazing goats bring wins, while autonomous farm equipment remains unfinished business.
California, It’s Time to Pick Your Favorites
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People’s Choice voting is open for California Farm Bureau’s Farm Dog and photo contests through September 7.
California Looks to Australia for Agtech Ideas
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CDFA Secretary Karen Ross highlights Queensland’s approach to agricultural innovation, investment and on-farm technology.
USDA Sets Quarterly Reviews for New World Screwworm Response
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Livestock producers and industry groups will have regular opportunities to weigh in as APHIS updates its response playbook.
California Lettuce Growers Feel Fallout From Cyclospora Outbreak
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California growers face steep losses as consumer concerns surrounding a cyclospora outbreak weigh on lettuce and fresh produce demand.
New Market Access for U.S. Red Meat
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Nigeria opens wider to U.S. beef and pork as trade remains top of mind.
California Specialty Crop Grant Applications Open for 2027
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CDFA is accepting concept proposals for projects eligible for $100,000 to $600,000 in Specialty Crop Block Grant funding.
A Potentially Historic El Niño Takes Shape
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What a strengthening Pacific climate pattern could mean for California agriculture.
Free Business Training Offered to California Ag Producers
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Business Launchpad offers nine weeks of training, coaching and networking for small- and mid-sized agricultural businesses.
Dairy Genetics Meet Beef Demand
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Research highlighted by Farm Bureau points to feedlot management opportunities for a growing segment of the cattle supply.
Citrus Greening Detection Triggers Imperial County Quarantine
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CDFA and USDA are responding after HLB was detected in a residential citrus tree in Calexico.
Cattle Industry Prepares for Border Reopening
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USDA’s phased reopening plans move closer as work continues to address the threat of New World screwworm.
Agriculture Has Billions Riding on USMCA
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Nearly $60 billion in agricultural exports went to Canada and Mexico in 2024
Almonds Put Brain and Metabolic Health to the Test
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California Almond Board-funded research finds potential benefits for adults with prediabetes