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Cost of Compliance Hits Napa Growers
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Regulatory expenses are taking a growing bite out of winegrape profits in Napa County.
Flexibility in Focus for Almond Industry
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USDA considers added financial flexibility for almond operations.
Guiding the Next Chapter in Dairy
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The Dairy Council of California adds leadership to continue promoting lifelong healthy eating.
Global Tensions Could Shape What Farmers Plant This Year
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Uncertainty in fertilizer markets may influence planting decisions as producers begin the spring season.
Bee Bills Rising
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Almond growers are seeing higher colony costs while overall pollination value continues to grow.
From Farms to Food Banks: USDA Announces $263 Million Plan
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The Department of Agriculture will purchase dairy, legumes, nuts, and more to help producers and communities in need.
Trade Deal Maintains Lemon Tariff
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California Citrus Mutual says the agreement preserves current tariffs and strengthens U.S. leverage on unfair trade practices.
Citrus Leaders Taking "Measured Approach" to New Disease
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Discoveries of the new citrus disease in 2022 and 2023 marked the first time it's been confirmed in the Americas.
USDA Shares Plans for Dairy Support and Food Assistance
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Officials say the changes could affect producers while helping supply food banks nationwide.
Your Ballot Matters in California
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FSA county committee elections give California producers a voice in federal programs.
California Hemp at a Crossroads
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New federal and state rules add uncertainty for an already shrinking industry.
Screwworm Still South, Dairy Risks Remain
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UC experts say the New World screwworm remains outside the U.S., but California dairies face unique vulnerabilities if it spreads north.
CDFA Funds New Dairy Methane Projects
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California awards $6.3 million to support manure management and dairy digester projects on livestock farms statewide.
USDA Rolls Out Major Bridge Aid for Farmers
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New $12 billion package offers broad relief to growers facing rising costs and volatile global markets.
Federal CARE Act Reintroduced to Strengthen Child Labor Protections in Agriculture
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California Congressman Raul Ruiz revives legislation aimed at aligning farm labor rules for minors with national standards
Senate Advances Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act
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New legislation could expand milk choices in schools and influence California’s dairy sector.
USDA Plans Thirty Million Dollar Fruit Purchase
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USDA moves to buy surplus fresh fruit for nutrition programs, a decision California growers will be watching closely.
USDA Plans Thirty Million Dollar Fruit Purchase
California Ag Today
USDA moves to buy surplus fresh fruit for nutrition programs, a decision California growers will be watching closely.
USDA Reopens Offices Nationwide, Easing Shutdown Strain
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The Associated Press says reopened USDA offices are helping farmers access $3 billion in aid and key services.
California Tomato Harvest Bursts with Record Yields
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Growers report bumper crops across the state, but limited contracts mean some tomatoes may go unpicked.