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These Floods Are Making Fuel - Start Wildfire Season Prep
California Ag Today
Although it might seem premature to be concerned about fires when a lot of California has seen floods for the last few months, firefighters want you to remember that it only takes a few days of hot weather to dry out that vegetation, making it susceptible to a fast moving fire.
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…
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.
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.
California Flood Damage and USDA Expanding Wildfire Efforts
The Agribusiness Update
California farmers in the Salinas Valley are calculating crop damages from recent flooding, and USDA officials say they are expanding efforts to reduce wildfire risks in western U.S.
California Flood Damage and USDA Expanding Wildfire Efforts
The Agribusiness Update
California farmers in the Salinas Valley are calculating crop damages from recent flooding, and USDA officials say they are expanding efforts to reduce wildfire risks in western U.S.
Making Sustainable More Attainable and Biofuel Access Expansion
The Agribusiness Update
Southern Peanut Growers launch "Making Sustainable More Attainable," and Biofuel groups call on President to expand access to blended fuels.
Buffer Bill Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington State Dairy Federation executive director, Dan Wood calls on ag community to contact their legislator and let them know what a terrible idea the Buffer Bill, HB 1838, would be for agriculture.
Buffer Bill Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Washington State Dairy Federation executive director, Dan Wood calls on ag community to contact their legislator and let them know what a terrible idea the Buffer Bill, HB 1838, would be for agriculture.
Kentucky D-SNAP Benefits and US Dairy Celebrates Canadian Access
The Agribusiness Update
Low-income Kentucky residents recovering from weather extremes may be eligible for USDA's D-SNAP benefits, and US Dairy celebrates decision on access to Canadian market.
GOP Blocks Stop Gap
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
As promised, Senate Republicans block stop gap funding bill.
7 Georgia Counties Natural Disasters and ASF in Dominican Republic
The Agribusiness Update
Seven Georgia counties have been designated natural disaster areas due to floods and freezing temps, and African Swine Fever outbreak has been confirmed in Dominican Republic.
Drought Help Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Recent rains offer a little relief for Northwest drought conditions.
Drought Help Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Recent rains offer a little relief for Northwest drought conditions.
NPPC Pushes Pork to China and Composting Romaine
The Agribusiness Update
National Pork Production Council says pork could boost ag economy 6% if Chinese tariffs dropped, and U.S. Composting Council urges composting Salinas, California romaine tied to E. coli.
Federal Disaster Relief Available and Dogs Find Deadly Bacteria
The Agribusiness Update
Federal aid is now available for producers facing losses from natural disasters, and trained dogs find fatal bacteria in California citrus groves.
Beekeepers Lose 41% Honey Bees and Prevent Planting Claims
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Beekeepers lose 41% of their honeybees in a year, and USDA expects a billion dollars in prevent planting claims.
China's Other Proteins and Perdue Applauds Disaster Aid
The Agribusiness Update
China looks to other sources of protein as African Swine Fever decimates hog herds, and Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue applauds Trump Administration's disaster aid package.
Rain Delays Corn Planting and Carrot Truck Smuggles Meth
The Agribusiness Update
Rain is throwing a wrench in corn planting for most in the Midwest, and Carrot truck caught smuggling meth across border from Mexico.
Planting Window Worries and MFP Deadline
The Agribusiness Update
Midwest corn farmers worry about weather as planting window narrows, and Market Facilitation Program paperwork deadline is right around the corner, May 17th.