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California Leads U.S. Farm Income, But Production Costs Remain Hefty
California Ag Today
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
California Ag Today
Cotton leaders are watching potential tariff relief as dairy, poultry and other agricultural products also make the list.
Rail Merger Draws Farm Opposition
California Ag Today
National Farmers Union pushes back on proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern combination.
$13.5 Million Available for California Nutrition Incentives
California Ag Today
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
California Ag Today
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
California Ag Today
Agriculture Department says producer dollars should focus on strengthening markets.
When the Vineyard Work Dries Up
California Ag Today
California’s winegrape downturn is reshaping jobs along with acreage.
The Goalpost Keeps Moving
California Ag Today
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.
Cattle Research Meets the Rancher
California Ag Today
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
California Ag Today
With farmer survey response rates declining, USDA is looking to satellites, streamlined reporting and new technology to strengthen agricultural data.
Farm Bureau Weighs In as California Legislative Session Ends
California Ag Today
Wolf funding and grazing goats bring wins, while autonomous farm equipment remains unfinished business.
California, It’s Time to Pick Your Favorites
California Ag Today
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
California Ag Today
CDFA Secretary Karen Ross highlights Queensland’s approach to agricultural innovation, investment and on-farm technology.
California Lettuce Growers Feel Fallout From Cyclospora Outbreak
California Ag Today
California growers face steep losses as consumer concerns surrounding a cyclospora outbreak weigh on lettuce and fresh produce demand.
California Specialty Crop Grant Applications Open for 2027
California Ag Today
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
California Ag Today
What a strengthening Pacific climate pattern could mean for California agriculture.