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Water Availability Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
With snow and rain hitting California harder than the PNW this winter, University of Washington Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass talks about how the state's water supply is looking as we head into spring.
Water Availability Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
With snow and rain hitting California harder than the PNW this winter, University of Washington Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass talks about how the state's water supply is looking as we head into spring.
Is California's Drought Terminology Up to Date?
California Ag Today
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.
Drought-Resistant Wheat Varieties and Ukrainian Soil Tainted
The Agribusiness Update
UC-Davis researchers are working to develop wheat varieties that can withstand drought and low water conditions, and the war appears to be poisoning Ukraine's famously fertile soil.
California Disaster Assistance Programs with the SLO Farm Bureau
California Ag Today
If this year’s rain has impacted your land or commodity, you might qualify for some loan assistance programs. San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau’s Executive Director Brent Burchett…
Golden State Flooded with Water Opportunity
California Ag Today
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.
California’s Water Reserves are Full, Are We Still in a Drought? Yes and No.
California Ag Today
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.
Census of Agriculture Still Accepting and Gas Prices Down Again
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA says they're still accepting 2022 Census of Agriculture questionnaires, and gas prices drop for second straight week.
Klamath Basin Water Decision and American Beef Export Records
The Agribusiness Update
After three years of drought, Klamath Water Project prioritizes protected fish over the needs of farmers and ranchers in the Basin, and American beef exports set records for value and volume in 2022.
Klamath Basin Water Decision and American Beef Export Records
The Agribusiness Update
After three years of drought, Klamath Water Project prioritizes protected fish over the needs of farmers and ranchers in the Basin, and American beef exports set records for value and volume in 2022.
New NCBA President: Cattle Producers Have Leverage
California Ag Today
Despite declining beef herd numbers in the United States, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s new President Todd Wilkinson says producers are in a good position in the market.
Rainstorms Give California Farmers Hope and Farm Bill Hearings Begin
The Agribusiness Update
Recent storms have given parched California farmers some hope of a better water supply in 2023, and Senate farm bill hearings begin.
Rainstorms Give California Farmers Hope and Farm Bill Hearings Begin
The Agribusiness Update
Recent storms have given parched California farmers some hope of a better water supply in 2023, and Senate farm bill hearings begin.
Many Areas of the West Still Facing Drought
Farm of the Future
Many farmers continue to battle drought conditions, according to the fourth American Farm Bureau Federation drought survey.
Oregon Winery Growth Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
After a rough couple of years, Oregon wineries are showing great resiliency, and the Oregon Wine Board's Sarah Murdoch says the list of certified wineries continues to grow.
Oregon Winery Growth Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
After a rough couple of years, Oregon wineries are showing great resiliency, and the Oregon Wine Board's Sarah Murdoch says the list of certified wineries continues to grow.
California Almonds Hopeful for 2023 and Americans Pay More for Vegetables
The Agribusiness Update
California almond growers are hoping for a more prosperous 2023 following a year of drought and water problems, and Americans are paying up to 40% more for vegetables and drought is the big reason why.
Florida Grows Christmas Trees and Americans Pay More for Vegetables
The Agribusiness Update
Florida, known for palm and citrus trees, also grows Christmas trees, and Americans pay more for vegetables in 2021 thanks to drought.
California Drought Funding and October Beef Exports Increase
The Agribusiness Update
California water officials allocate millions to help drought-stricken communities, and October beef exports increase.