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High Diesel Costs, Hard Choices for California Farmers
California Ag Today
Farm Bureau survey reveals how rising fuel expenses are affecting everyday farm decisions.
Will More American-Made Fertilizer Mean Lower Costs?
California Ag Today
California is part of a national manufacturing push, with USDA projecting potential fertilizer price reductions.
Faster Answers for California Farmers? That's the Goal of a New UC Lab
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Nearly $3 million in federal and university funding will establish a new agricultural research facility in Fresno County.
California's Millions of Pounds of Pumpkins Are Mostly for Show
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With 162 million pounds produced last year, California ranks second nationally, and more than 99% of its pumpkin acreage serves fresh and ornamental markets.
California Claims One-Third of Nation's Specialty Crop Funding
California Ag Today
Nearly $29 million will support 60 projects, from AI-powered grape harvesting to expanding markets for California-grown products.
Could California's Next Crop Breakthrough Already Be in Storage?
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USDA's $180 million Seed Sovereignty Initiative aims to unlock valuable plant genetics that could help California growers tackle pests, disease, and drought.
Could More Federal Grazing Be on the Horizon for California Ranchers?
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USDA is revisiting a directive aimed at restoring grazing capacity, and ranchers are being asked to explore what it could mean for their operations.
California Ag Education Grants Open, But Deadline Is Approaching
California Ag Today
CDFA has approximately $230,000 available to support agricultural education and leadership programs, with applications due November 2
California Leads U.S. Farm Income, But Production Costs Remain Hefty
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New USDA estimates put California first in both gross and net farm income, while also carrying the nation's highest farm production expenses.
U.S.-China Trade Framework Includes Cotton
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Cotton leaders are watching potential tariff relief as dairy, poultry and other agricultural products also make the list.
Rail Merger Draws Farm Opposition
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National Farmers Union pushes back on proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern combination.
$13.5 Million Available for California Nutrition Incentives
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CDFA opens grant applications aimed at connecting CalFresh shoppers with California-grown fruits and vegetables.
California Eyes Water Capture Ahead of El Niño
California Ag Today
New DWR Director Thomas Gibson discusses groundwater recharge, water storage and what the state’s water plans could mean for agriculture.
Know Your Pests: Spotting the Oriental Fruit Fly
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As California prepares for its Invasive Species Council summit, CDFA is asking Californians to know the signs of an invasive pest that can threaten hundreds of fruits and vegetables.
USDA Draws New Line on Dairy Checkoff Spending
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Agriculture Department says producer dollars should focus on strengthening markets.
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.
When Farm Technology Outruns the Rules
California Ag Today
AI is moving into the field, raising new questions for California farmers.
Three Extensions. One More Deadline.
California Ag Today
California specialty crop growers have plenty at stake as Congress takes another run at a five-year farm bill.