Voice of California Agriculture
The Voice of California Agriculture is a podcast from the California Farm Bureau, hosted by Gary Sack. It delivers general farm and food news along with legislative updates that affect family farmers and ranchers in California. The show aims to keep listeners informed about agricultural issues and the work of the California Farm Bureau. More information can be found on the organization's website.
Episodes
Episode 127: 10/8/26 - Pumpkins, Blueberries, Diesel Fuel, Farm Bureau Leadership in DC, and More
On this episode, we talk with pumpkin growers about this year’s crop and what you can expect to find at pumpkin patches across California for Halloween. We also explore why California is becoming an increasingly important producer of blueberries and how farmers are navigating rising diesel costs, which are nearly $2 higher in California.Plus, we take a look at how the California Farm Bureau is adv
Episode 126: 10/1/26 - Almond Hulls, Super El Nino, Farm Bureau Ballot Positions, Rice Weeds, and More
Could almond hulls be a new food ingredient? What researchers have found. What will a super El Nino mean for California’s snowpack? Farm Bureau releases its statewide ballot recommendations A BOLO for a new weed in rice fields Farmers are spending more money on interest payments USDA’s lates farm income forecast.
Episode 125: 9/24/26 - Rice Harvest Outlook, Super El Niño, Federal Water Jurisdiction, Potential Aid for Ranchers from the White House
Checking in on the progress of the state’s rice crop An expected super El Nino could lead to heavy rainfall this winter. Are you prepared? Federal agencies look to narrow the scope of federal waters jurisdiction. That’s good news for farmers. A Presidential order that would help ranchers and looks to lower food prices.
Episode 124: 9/17/26 - Mothballing Winegrapes, Forecasting the Super El Niño, and Field Reports
Tough times in the winegrape industry has some farmers mothballing vineyards. A UC Viticulture advisor talks about this new practice. A Super El Nino is forecast for this winter, what might be the effects for agriculture? We speak about it with a UCANR climate scientist. Farm reports from the fields from around the state.
Episode 123: 9/10/26 - Colorado River Plan, GWSS, Strawberries, Wage Rates, & Farm Producer Prices
We’ll find out how Imperial Valley farmers feel about the Colorado River Plan and what impact it may have on the supply of winter vegetables. The Imperial Valley produces a huge percentage of this nation’s supply of winter vegetables. California’s aggressive battle against a feared grape pest. An unfavorable court ruling on what California farm employers may end up paying for certain foreign work
Episode 122: 9/3/26 - Wolves, Farm Bill, Walnuts, Ag Innovation Challenge, Off-Road Diesel Regulations
California’s wolf population continues to expand and CDFW continues to look for ways to help deal with the population. A look at the critical need for Farm Bill to pass this year. Will putting walnuts in the produce department increase sales? A California start-up company develops a product to help livestock producers. Farm Bureau pushes back on new off-road diesel regulations.
Episode 121: 8/27/26 - Farm Bill Concerns, Alameda Local Meat, California Lettuce, and Food Labeling
Farm Bill--can it be passed this year? It’s desperately needed for specialty crop farmers A couple in Alameda County is connecting locally produced meat with consumers. California lettuce is safe to eat, despite outbreaks in other countries. Us and others are seeking uniformity in food labeling regulations across the nation.
Episode 120: 8/20/26 - Goat Grazing Rules Threaten the Industry, More from the Fields, and California Citrus Standards Change
Goats as a wildfire protection tool is threatened. From the Fields—how crops are progressing as reported by famers and livestock producers themselves. A change in the federal standards for orange juice will benefit California farmers.
Episode 119: 8/13/26 - Monterey County growing Concerns & Staying Compliant During the Heat
Regulatory and compliance costs are taking a bite out of salad bowl producers in Monterey County. It could ultimately affect food shoppers. And a conversation with Farm Employers Labor Service to help farmers protect employees from heat and to stay compliant with heat illness regulations. The fines are costly.
Episode 118: 7/30/26 - A Winery Experiments with Tea and From the Field and Pasture Updates
A Sierra Foothills winery has big plans for tea production—tea on its own, botanicals, and infusing into their wine. A fascinating look at the possibilities. Plus, From the Fields—what farmers and ranchers report in their region of the state about their crops this season.
Episode 117: 7/23/26 - Pistachios, Golden Mussels, Almonds, and Food Cost Inflation
How big is this year’s pistachio crop--and just how many pistachios does the average American eat each year? The golden mussel, California's newest invasive pest, is already causing millions of dollars in damage. Plus, the almond harvest is beginning --we’ll look at their challenges and market conditions. Food prices continue to rise, but are farmers sharing in those higher prices? And where
Episode 116: 7/16/2026 - Grizzly Bears, Wolf Funds, Pear Blight, & Good News for Pear Farmers
A bill to bring grizzly bears back to California moves forward. Some help for livestock producers who lose animals to wolves. One of the worst years in memory for fire blight in pears. Finally, some promising news for pear farmers.
Episode 115: 7/9/2026 - Pear Crop Update, the Role of Crop Advisors, USDA Crackdown on SNAP
We’ll check on the pear crop and why you should look for California fresh pears. Certified Crop Advisors helping farmers on and off the field. The USDA is cracking down on state errors in their food assistance programs costing taxpayers billions.
Episode 114: 7/2/2026 - Pest Threats, Williamson Act, Watermelons, Cookout Costs, and Ice Cream
An industry leaders says California needs to allocate more money to thwart pest threats. Legislation that could weaken a farmland protection law—known as the Williamson Act. Changes in watermelons from a generation ago, plus the health benefits. The cost of the 4th of July cookout. For National Ice Cream months, learn how much George Washington spent on ice cream one summer, and the origin of the
Episode 113: 6/25/2026 - Livestock Protection from Wolves, Pest Threats Increase, Watermelon Crop, and Agriculture Over 250 Years
A bill to help protect livestock from wolves. Money not keeping up with pest threats in California. Watermelon crop Agriculture innovation over the last 250 years.
Episode 112: 6/18/26 - California Cotton, Glassy-Winged Sharpshooters, New World Screwworm, Leadership Farm Bureau, and New Trade Agreements
As the USDA works to promote American cotton, hear from a California cotton leader about their challenges, the benefits of cotton fabrics, and the quality of California cotton. Farm officials continue to remind residents who may have purchased grapevines or citrus trees from Costco stores earlier this year that they could contain a feared pest, and what to do about it. USDA is aggressively battli
Episode 111: 6/11/2026 - Help for Cotton Farmers, American Meat Consumption, BLM Lands Rule, U.S. Farm Footprint and Legislative Update
USDA works to increase demand for U.S. cotton.Americans eat more meat, despite the price.BLM sheds a Biden era regulation to the delight of ranchers and Farm Bureau.Food and agriculture’s huge economic footprint.Specialty crop farmers receive federal help.Update on legislative issues of concern to farmers.
Episode 110: 6/4/26 - Dairy Month & Cherry Crop Update
June is National Dairy Month, nutritional reminders, consumption trends and whole milk gets a boost. Plus, the 2026 California cherry crop hit by a series of bad weather breaks.
Episode 109: 5/28/26 - Regulatory Cost Study, Field Reports, and Checking Scales and Metering Devices
Regulations are costing Napa County grape growers as much as $1,700 per acre. Farmers report from the fields and vineyards around the state. Plus, are grocery scales and fuel dispensers at your gas station accurate? It’s the job of your local agency to see that they are.
Episode 108: 5/21/26 - Farmers Go To the Capitol and Mental Health Awareness on the Farm
More than 100 county Farm Bureau leaders will visit with state lawmakers during the month of May to discuss major farm issues. May is Mental Health Awareness Month—Studies show farmers are not immune to mental health issues. Quite the opposite. The American Farm Bureau is tackling the issue to help farmers cope.
Episode 107: 5/14/26 - Wine Labeling, Elementary Agriculture Writing Contest Winners, Cling Peaches, and Asian Citrus Psyllid
Farm groups seek to clear label confusion of American wine. Farm Bureau opposes a bill that would undermine funding for Demonstration State Forests. Imagine This agricultural story contest winners. Cling Peach growers find some relief Research to rein in Asian citrus psyllid.
Episode 106: 5/7/2026 - Legislative Updates on Nitrogen Discharge and Labor, Capitol Ag Day, Farm Exports Increase Initiative, and Fertilizer Availability
Overtime tax credit makes progress but fall short; legislation to limit nitrogen discharge, and Farm Bureau says a bill to significantly increase the minimum wage of certain farm workers would add to inflationary pressures. Ag Day at the Capitol--farm groups engage with lawmakers Federal efforts to increase farm exports and increase fertilizer availability while lowering the price.
Episode 105: 4/30/26 - A Wine Expert’s Perspective, Rural Crime Continued, and Fertilizer Prices
A retired engineer from the Mid-West who became a wine expert, shares his journey, wine pairings and thoughts on California wines. How those automatic license plate readers are helping to solve rural crimes. A Farm Bureau survey finds farmers are having trouble affording all their fertilizer needs this year because of the prolonged turmoil in the Mid-East.
Episode 104: 4/23/26 - Murphys Family-Owned Winery, Rural Crime-Protecting the Farm, Reintroduction of Grizzly Bears
A small family vineyard and winery is doing well through the downturn in wine consumption. We’ll delve into their history and what is working for them. How farmers can protect their property despite criminals going high tech. An effort to return the grizzly bear to California meets resistance.
Episode 103: 4/9/2026 - Rural Crime, Spring Farming Uncertainty, U.S. Farm Income Outlook
Rural crime- today’s criminals are using more technology to steal from farms. A Central Valley farmer reports there is more uncertainty in this year’s spring planting season. The Agriculture Department is forecasting U.S. farm income, and how farmers are doing in paying down their debt load.
Episode 102: 4/2/2026 - Food Price Forecast, Economic Challenges for Small Farms, Sustainable Pesticide Management, Mental Health, & Cotton
We’ll look at the government’s food price inflation forecast for the year, broken down by categories. The government’s definition of a “small farm,” and their challenges. The challenge to control pests under the new Sustainable Pest Management philosophy. Farm stress and mental health—some tips to help reduce that stress and keep farmers healthy. Legislation to help U.S. cotton farmers.
Episode 101: 3/26/26 - Rural Crime, Ag Secretary Talks Farm Issues, Ag Minimum Wage Bill, Dietary Guidelines, Farm Nitrogen Applications
A rural crime investigator talks about what’s popular in farm thefts and prevention tips. The U.S. Agriculture Secretary says they’re working to lower farm input costs and increase farm exports. Legislation to increase the minimum agricultural wage. And a story about what’s being done to educate the public about the nation’s Dietary Guideline recommendations. A bill to monitor farm nitrogen applic
Episode 100: 3/19/2026 - Honeybee Theft, Farm Fertilizer Concerns, Trade Deal with India, & Livestock Pest Update
What beekeepers are doing to thwart thefts of their hives. We’ll hear about a recent bust to recover 172 stolen beehives. A trade deal with India is expected to pay benefits to California farmers of tree nuts, certain fruits, and wine. Oil is not the only item being held up through the Strait of Hormuz, farmers need fertilizer for growing this year’s crops. The situation is said to be serious. U
Episode 99: 3/12/2026 - Winegrape Vineyard Removals, Farm Bill 2.0, Honeybee Health and Almond Pollination, California Horticulture Production, and Farmers’ Right to Repair
As people drink less wine, vineyard removal companies are busy. The Farm Bill passes the Ag Committee. A beekeeper talks almond pollination and bee health The Census of Agriculture ranks California #1 in Horticultural Specialties Farmers get more good news on their “Right to Repair” farm equipment.
Episode 98: 3/5/2026 - Farm Nitrogen Use, Important Labor Laws, Issues for Rice Farmers, and Specialty Crop Funds
A state panel looks at farm nitrogen use. What employers need to know about the Employee’s Right to Know law. Huge fines for non-compliance. Farm Advisors talk about pests that rice farmers need to be on the lookout for in 2026. A key deadline is coming for specialty crop farmers applying for USDA assistance funds.
Episode 97: 2/26/26 - Rice, Farm Labor, U.S. Duty Drawback for Winegrapes, Tracking Foreign Ownership of U.S. Farmland
Farm Advisors talk about last year’s rice crop and challenges ahead California Farm Bureau works to close a loophole on something called “U.S. Duty Drawback” to help U.S. winegrape growers. A labor expert discusses California’s minimum wage escalator. There’s optimism about the State’s upcoming snowpack survey USDA has a new method to better track foreign ownership of U.S. farmland.
Episode 96: 2/19/2026 - A Visit with the California State FFA Officer Team
We visit with the FFA state officers about plans to commemorate National FFA Week, their activities this past year, and future plans. They make for an optimistic future.
Episode 95: 2/12/2026 - Lions, Farm Labor Laws, Farm Bill, Milk Production Outlook, Golden Mussel
Potential mountain lion listing as threatened New laws for farm employers for 2026- not knowing them could be costly. National farm legislation is still needed for this year Milk output is now at record levels, but could plummet later this year Fears of the spread of the golden mussel.
Episode 94: 2/5/2026 - Mountain Lions, Predators & Livestock, Work to Help Specialty Crop Farmers, Beef Supply Outlook, Rice Update
The state Farm Bureau president discusses the state livestock industry’s ongoing predator issues with lions and wolves. Farm Bureau is pressuring Congress to give help to the Specialty Crop producers What the recent Cattle on Feed Report means to future beef supplies And how last fall’s rainstorms made for a difficult harvest for rice farmers.
Episode 93: 1/29/2026 - Pear imports, Prop 50, Farmers from the Field
Chemically treated pears from Argentina hurts California’s fresh harvest pear market. Industry looks for help. Shannon Douglas, president, CA Farm Bureau, has a message for rural California in the wake of the passage of Prop 50. From the Fields—Reports from various farmers from around the state about their activities and last season.
Episode 92: 1/22/2026 - Wolves, Dietary Guidelines, and Water Supply
We speak with a rancher who lost their family horse and a 600-pound calf to wolves on New Year’s Day. A look at the government’s new Recommended Dietary Guidelines and what it may mean for farmers. Plus, the State’s water supply situation at the beginning of the year.
Episode 91: 1/15/2026 - Valentine’s Day Roses, the Effects of Regulatory Costs, Pears, and a Webinar on Organic Growing
We speak with a rose grower about the market and supply for Valentine’s Day.Farm Bureau president talks about the cost of regulations sinking farmers.The pear industry seeks relief from a flood of imports.A webinar series for those transitioning to organic farming.
Episode 90: 1/8/2026 - Ag Issues for 2026, New Year Laws, Meat Supplies, and Scholarships
Shannon Douglass talks issues for Farm Bureau in 2026. New laws for the new year Hog and Beef supply numbers and what it means for consumers Farm fatalities are lower than other dangerous professions in 2025 Scholarship applications are coming due. College bound students should check it out.
Episode 89: 1/1/2026 - Farm Issues in 2025, Regenerative Agriculture, Campaign School, and More!
Farm Bureau President talks 2025 Year in Ag. “Regenerative agriculture,” explained. Minimum wage increased. Campaign School—to help members running for political office or involved in a campaign Farm Bureau donates 1,000 backpacks with supplies for school students .
Episode 88: 12/25/2025 - Farm Bureau to Host Campaign School and What Christmas Looks Like on the Farm Across California
Why Farm Bureau is hosting a campaign school for political office seekers, and we speak with several farm leaders about Christmas on the Farm—work still needs to be done.
Episode 87: 12/18/2025 - Research into Non-Lethal Methods to Protect Livestock From Mountain Lions, Clean Water Regulatory Proposal, Persimmons, and Figs
Researchers are trying to protect livestock from mountain lions. The American Farm Bureau is pleased with proposed changes in clean water regulations and will check in with a farmer of persimmons and figs to learn a little about the crop and their health benefits.
Episode 86: 12/11/2025 - Cling Peach Concerns, Christmas Trees, & Poinsettias
Del Monte bankruptcy concerns cling peach growers, choose and cut Christmas trees, and poinsettias.
Episode 85: 11/27/25 - The Cost of Thanksgiving Meals in California
Thanksgiving dinner costs more in California, but don’t blame the farmer. Thanksgiving dinner food safety tips, bringing winegrape supplies into balance with lower consumption, USDA’s largest trade mission ever, and increasing farm mental health help.
Episode 84: 11/20/2025 - Farm Bureau Aims to Save Farmers Money Through Public Utilities, New World Screwworm, Walnuts, Milk, and Autonomous Tractors
Featured Interview—Farm Bureau saving farmers money in public utilities work. Walnut outlook brightens, State officials work to protect industry from the New World Screwworm, an effort to bring back whole and low-fat milk into school cafeterias would be better for student nutrition and for dairy farmers, plus Farm Bureau works to loosen restrictions on autonomous tractors. It would improve effici
Episode 83: 11/13/2025 - Specialty Crop Farming Outlook, Minimum Wage Increases, Wolf Compensation, and Better Tasting Brussel Sprouts
Our featured interview--an Ag economist details problems plaguing U.S. specialty crop farmers. Plus, California’s minimum wage will increase next year. Ranchers who lost livestock by wolf kills can apply for compensation. And the changing taste of Brussels sprouts.
Episode 82: 11/6/2025 - California Apple Crop & News Briefs
Featured interview on California apples—the crop marketing efforts and why buy California apples, plus news briefs on forest fire prevention, plan to import Argentine beef, USDA plans to help beef cattle producers and dairy news.
Episode 81: 10/30/2025 - Turkey for Holidays, Pistachios, Agritourism, Labor, and Farm Economy
Why shoppers wanting a fresh California turkey for Thanksgiving should contact their grocery stores early this year. Plus, a record pistachio crop, agritourism is becoming more popular. Farmers say immigration raids did not affect this summer’s supply of workers. Also, tough times for this nation’s farmers.
Episode 80: 10/23/2025 - All About Pumpkins: The Stories of Two Very Different Operations
Pumpkins adorn many porches during the fall months either as jack-o-lanterns or fall displays. The pumpkin you buy at the store may very well come from this farm, and we’ll speak with an agritourism pumpkin farmer about activities that await their visitors.
Episode 79: 10/16/2025 - This Year’s Winegrape Harvest
We’ll check out the California winegrape harvest this year, plus future industry struggles that it must overcome.
Episode 78: 10/09/2025 - Celebrating Hispanic Heritage with Hispanic Farm Industry Leaders
Hispanic farm industry leaders speak of their culture, background, success, and love of farming in recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Episode 77: 10/2/2025 - Hear about the Positive News in the Walnut Industry and Market
A walnut industry leader discusses the exceptional quality of this year’s crop and a brighter marketing outlook, plus their work to increase demand for California walnuts.
Episode 76: 9/25/2028 - Building a Better Almond Tree to Benefit Farmers and Consumers
Developing an almond tree that would rely less on honeybees and other benefits for farmers. A conversation with the head of Burchell Nursery–a leading independent tree nursery that has an in-house breeding program.
Episode 75: 9/18/2025 - Why Farmers are Saying No to Prop 50
The state’s largest farm group says Proposition 50 is bad for rural California, communities and counties.
Episode 74: 9/11/2025 - Staying Safe on the Farm and Ranch
Farming is a dangerous occupation. Today we look at staying safe and getting workers back to work.
Episode 73: 9/4/2025 - Get to Know Gary Sack, the Voice of California Agriculture
Turning the tables on host Gary Sack to learn more about his passion for agriculture.
Episode 72: 8/28/2025 - Livestock Losses to Lions in Lake County
Apex predators—mainly lions cause huge losses in Lake County.
Episode 71: 8/21/2025 - Wolves-Part 2—Looking for Solutions, Tomato Processing, and USDA Meat and Dairy Forecast
Part 2 of the impact of the grey wolf on a community, a great crop of tomatoes for processing and their amazing story, also, find out what the USDA is forecasting for meat and dairy supplies.
Episode 70: 8/14/2025 - Wolves, Abandoned Farmland pt 2, and Young Farmer Contests
Part 1- Gray wolves are proving to be brutal killing machines against livestock in the Northeastern part of the state, causing economic and mental stress for ranchers. Part 2 - Problems caused by abandoned farmland could get worse. Young Farmers awards and contests applications are now open, be sure to check them out!
Episode 69: 8/7/2025 - Neglected Farmland, Trade Deals, Farming’s Economic Contributions, and Cherry Update
Neglected farmland causing pest problems, trade deals effect on farmers, Marin--a tiny farm county has a big economic contribution, and a rough year for cherry growers.
Episode 68: 7/31/2025 - Pesticide Regulators Collaborate to Reduce Use, Farm Legislation Updates, and Watermelon and Pear Crop Projections
Pesticide regulator collaborates to reduce useFarm industry supported legislation moves forward.A check on this season’s watermelon and pear crops.
Episode 67: 7/24/2025 - Fresh Fruit Season, Legislative Briefs, Screwworm Update, Farm Security Action Plan
A check on California’s summer fruit season. Legislative briefs, The U.S. border closed again to Mexican livestock, and details on the National Farm Security Action Plan.
Episode 66: 7/17/2025 - Regulatory Costs, Organic Production Decrease, Labor Contractors in Farming Operations, and How the Big Beautiful Bill Helps Farm Families
The cost of regulations hurts California farm competitivenessOrganic production turns downwardFarm Labor Contractors helping on more farms todayAmerican Farm Bureau says the Big Beautiful Bill benefits farm families.
Episode 65: 7/10/2025 - Roadless Rule Rescinded, Pork Prices, Changing Food Trends, and Certified Crop Adviser Program
Roadless Rule rescinded to help with firefighting and timber harvesting. High hog numbers should mean continued low pork prices for consumers. Changing food consumption trends. What’s it take to be a Certified Crop Adviser? USDA is reopening some livestock imports from Mexico.
Episode 64: 7/3/2025 - Sugar Beet Facility Closing, New World Screwworm, Sites Reservoir Progress, Dairy Product Consumption Benefits, and Summer Cookout Cost
California’s last sugar beet facility is closing this year. It will be a major hit to the Imperial County economy. USDA takes steps to keep a feared livestock pest out of the United States. A progress report on Sites Reservoir.A dairy industry nutritionist answers common reasons why some people limit their consumption of dairy products.And a look at the cost of that 4th of July summer cookout.
Episode 63: 6/26/2025 - Estate Tax Planning Tips, EV Mandates Struck Down, Dairy Animal Care, and Labor Supply Concerns
The need for estate tax planning, now. President Trump strikes down California electric vehicle mandates. Dairy producer discusses cow care, nutrition and environmental improvements. Long-term farm labor supply concerns.
Episode 62: 6/19/25 - California Farm Leaders Voice Concerns, Day in the Life of a Dairy Farmer, Livestock Pest, and Average Age of Farmers Discussion
Chief agricultural concerns of California’s biggest farm leaders.An aging farm populations draws concernsOn June Dairy Month, we look at the life of a dairy farmer The U.S. Southern border is closed to livestock because of the threat of a livestock pest.
Episode 61: 6/12/25 - Market Demand for Almonds, Health Benefits of Dairy, Rural Crime, Tax Act, and MAHA
Current market demand for California Almonds. If Congress fails to act, tax increases could be costly. Some health benefits of dairy consumption that you may not have heard. Crime on the farm. Farm Bureau reacts to the MAHA Commission report.
Episode 60: 6/5/25 - Almond Forecast, Decreased Cherry Crop, Help for Small Farmers, Food Safety Reminders for Summer Cookouts
Almond forecast, extremely small cherry crop, USDA plans to helps small-scaled farmers, food safety reminders for those summer cookouts.
Episode 59: 5/29/25 - Farmer Capitol Visits, Coyotes, Mental Health Awareness, Legislative and Regulatory Update
Farm Bureau members make Capitol visits, Coyote controls stay in place, Mental Health Awareness, Legislative and Regulatory update.
Episode 58: 5/22/25 - Farm Trade Deficit, Unsolicited Seed Packets, Farmers Under Stress, Important Tax Laws Expiring
U.S. farm trade deficit—foods we are importing.Those mysterious seed packets from China that occurred in 2020 have again showed up in U.S. mailboxes in 2025. What to do if you should receive unsolicited seeds. Startling numbers on mental health issues, down on the farm. U.S. tax laws expiring that are important to pass the farm down to the next generatio
5/15 - USDA Attacks SNAP Fraud, Redefining WOTUS Rules, a Bank’s Program to Help New Farmers, Estate Tax Law and the Family Farm
USDA crackdown on SNAP fraud. The EPA looks to revise waters of the U.S. Ag A Farm Credit Bank promotes programs to help young, beginning and small producers. Deadline in an estate tax law exemption that could make it more difficult to inherit the family farm.
5/8 - Farmland Values, Off-Farm Income, A Big Avocado Crop, and Bird Flu Update
California farmland values decline. Most farm families earn more money off the farm. A big California avocado crop; and bird flu numbers decline.
5/1 - Federal Budget Proposals, Golden Mussel Threats, Virtual Fencing of Livestock, and Relief for Fresh Market Tomato Farmers
Sharp contrasts in the House and Senate budget proposals.The Golden Mussel presents a new threat to California waterwaysVirtual Fencing—How effective is it to contain livestock?The fresh market tomato industry will find relief from unfair dumping of Mexican tomatoes into the U.S. marketplace.
4/24 - How SB 628 is Helping Farm Employees, Certified Farmers Markets, Environmental Conservation, and Coyote Hunting
SB 628-Legislation to put more money into hands of farm employees.Certified Farmers Markets are getting wider variety of produce as spring has sprungWe’ll look at some environmental conservation work being done on farms to make healthier soils and enhance water quality and conservation, while reducing greenhouse gas emissions. And, Farm Bureau is opposing a state plan to create a hunting season fo
4/17 - Wolf Legislation, FFA’s Golden Owl Award, Check In with Farmers, Mandated Employee Postings, and the Monarch Butterfly.
Legislation to remove the gray wolf from the federal endangered species list. Our featured story is with the FFA Teacher of the Year, it’s a rigorous process to win the Golden Owl Award. Farmers in the Field features crops such as —Easter lilies, almonds, livestock and vegetables.Mandated postings to farm employees where you can get those posters. And Farm Bureau comments on the proposal to list
4/10 - April’s Snow Survey, Agricultural Education, Nitrogen Management Plans, and Food Labels
April’s statewide snowpack and reservoir numbers, educating students and instructors about agriculture, creating nitrogen management plans, and making sense of food labels.
4/3 - WOTUS Rules, Small Farms Disappearing, Capitol Ag Day, Chinese Shipping Dominance Raises Security Concerns
Federal water rules may be easing. Farm groups respond to Make America Healthy Again. Farm Bureau president sounds the alarm at the loss of farms in California. Capitol Ag Day brings a huge turnout to learn about farming and food. Nebraska’s farmer governor has advice for other states to protect agriculture.
3/27 - Wolf Emergency, Overtime Tax Credit, Fair Plan Stability & Pork/Poultry Processing Streamlined
Streamlining U.S. pork and poultry processingWolf activity causes an emergency declarationA bill to put more money into the hands of farm employeesStabilizing the California Fair PlanWorking to extend tax cuts.
3/20 - Challenging GHG Disclosure Rules, Federal Money for Fire Prevention Work, Ag, Day Celebrations, Water Allocations, and Egg Prices
Business groups challenge the Climate Disclosure Rule.Federal money for more fire prevention work, pleases a northern California lawmaker We’ll visit an Ag Day event that introduces thousands of students to farming and ranching.Reactions to certain federal water allocations. We’ll check the egg market for the Easter holiday.
3/13 - More Timber Production and Fuels Reduction, Emergency Payments to Farmers, Helping People Enter Agriculture, and Dairy/Beef Cattle Crossbreeding
In this episode, a California Congressman reacts to the Trump Administration’s call for increased timber production and fuels reduction orders. We'll discuss efforts to speed up emergency payments for farmers, explore how Fresno State is helping people enter the agriculture field, and examine why some dairies are crossbreeding with beef animals.
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