Crop Production

California Pollinator Coalition reports increasing cooperation among ag and conservation groups

Members note successful projects in celebration of National Pollinator Week. more »

Commentary: Water, rest and shade are critical amid summer heat

California farm employers have shown clear understanding of the hazards heat can pose to outdoor employees, particularly agricultural employees, and how to protect them from those hazards. more »

Emergency Relief Program checklist items for eligible farmers

An administrator with the Farm Services Agency points farmers in the right direction for filling out ERP applications. more »

Effects of drought, inflation top Farm Bureau testimony

California farmers are facing an 'existential crisis' as water remains problematic, water infrastructure needs repair, costs increase while farmer payments don't, and international markets become inaccessible. more »

Extreme weather demonstrates need for more cover crops in almond

For Project Apis m.'s new director and fellow tree nut farmer, the unpredictability of weather is even more cause for cover crops use and the Seeds for Bees program. more »

USDA extends deadline for public to comment on competition challenges in seed, fertilizer, other inputs and retail markets

Extended 30 days, the new deadline is June 15, and the information is intended to provide USDA with data on competition and market access for farmers. more »

California senators join effort for export crisis summit

Senators Feinstein and Padilla joined a collaborative of major agriculture associations in a call to action to address the trade crisis. more »

Northeast Georgia pecan producers May workshop set

The half-day workshop will take place at a Sparta farm, and materials and lunch are provided. more »