http://www.AgAlert.com The most widely read agricultural publication in California. en-us California Farm Bureau Federation http://backend.userland.com/rss/ ColdFusion MX webmaster@cfbf.com Tue, 14 May 2013 16:28:14 http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/images/logo.jpg http://www.agalert.com/ Planting conditions improve for rice crops http://agalert.com/story/?id=5553 Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers, ranchers outline problems with coastal rules http://agalert.com/story/?id=5554 Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Next few weeks will be key for immigration, farm bills http://agalert.com/story/?id=5568 Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers anticipate near-record almond crop http://agalert.com/story/?id=5529 Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Water worries intensify as dry year turns drier http://agalert.com/story/?id=5530 Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Assembly panel considers bill on milk pricing http://agalert.com/story/?id=5531 Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Hot weather returns; be ready to work safely http://agalert.com/story/?id=5532 Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Early regions expect improved cherry crops http://agalert.com/story/?id=5501 Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT CFBF, Caltrans reach agreement on Willits Bypass http://agalert.com/story/?id=5499 Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Board hears concerns about water proposal http://agalert.com/story/?id=5500 Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT President's message: A letter from FARM PAC, again? http://agalert.com/story/?id=5480 Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers work to protect grapes, river levels http://agalert.com/story/?id=5447 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Immigration bill debate begins in U.S. Senate http://agalert.com/story/?id=5448 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Rail settlement includes farmland mitigation plan http://agalert.com/story/?id=5449 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Old concept of water storage takes on new importance http://agalert.com/story/?id=5442 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Salinas Valley farmers tackle seawater intrusion http://agalert.com/story/?id=5421 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Immigration: Senate readies provisions for farm employees http://agalert.com/story/?id=5422 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers ask FDA about aspects of food-safety rules http://agalert.com/story/?id=5432 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Take time for agricultural safety awareness http://agalert.com/story/?id=5416 Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Nurseries report resurgence of plant sales http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5393 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farm Bureau tells Congress members about immigration http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5394 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Klamath irrigators to face delay in water deliveries http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5395 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: The time is now for comprehensive immigration reform http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5380 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers work to cope with water supply cut http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5362 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Dairy farmers talk about legislation to affect prices http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5361 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farm Bureau supports overhaul of the federal tax code http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5366 Wed, 03 Apr 2013 00:00:01 PDT Young farmers foresee an optimistic future http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5325 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT River-flow plan threatens farms, opponents say http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5326 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Milk must move farther to serve south-state plants http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5327 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Ag Day at the Capitol highlights goodwill for farmers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5321 Wed, 27 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers, legislators discuss issues at Capitol http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5306 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Officials release draft delta plan for public review http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5305 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Illegal marijuana operations harm resources, safety http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5304 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT President's message: Why the Drakes Bay Oyster case matters http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5287 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers press Congress for immigration bill http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5251 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Citrus growers hear of progress in disease fight http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5252 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: In-person meetings help officials understand ag issues http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5267 Wed, 13 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Regulations, dry spell squeeze water supply http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5219 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Inspections will focus on safety at "fixed sites" http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5220 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers watch to gauge impact of sequestration http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5221 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Reducing food waste would help fight hunger problems http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5216 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers learn about eminent domain process http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5194 Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Nitrate report recommends new fees on farmers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5195 Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT 'Sequestration' talks will affect farm programs http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5196 Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Microloans expand access to capital for small farmers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5207 Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Uncertainty affects rice farmers' plans for '13 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5167 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Water supplies shrink as officials act to protect fish http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5170 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT State energy report viewed as 'positive step' http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5168 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Easier imposition of parcel taxes violates Proposition 13 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5165 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Dealers expect strong demand for equipment http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5147 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Food safety: Complicated rules will require study, specialists say http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5145 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers may avoid volatility in fertilizer prices http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5146 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: On-farm innovation continues to transform agriculture http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5150 Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Tomato growers report rising exports, yields http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5108 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Market trends benefit California wine business http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5109 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Japanese action on beef imports heartens ranchers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5110 Wed, 06 Feb 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers hoping to plant walnuts join waiting lists http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5093 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Immigration plan is encouraging, farm groups say http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5092 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Dairy farmers say price raises help, but not enough http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5091 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farmers, ranchers have a chance to change the future http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5104 Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Added variables confront coastal vegetable growers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5039 Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Damage from long cold spell appears slight http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5040 Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Vilsack: Congress must act on five-year farm bill in '13 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5037 Wed, 23 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Citrus losses may be minimal from freezing nights http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5001 Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT State lawmakers set stage for new two-year session http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5013 Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farm employers begin preparing for health care law http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5014 Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Environmentalist: Technology can attack world hunger http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=5016 Wed, 16 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Siskiyou court ruling bolsters water rights http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4984 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farmers analyze proposed rules on food safety http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4985 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Farm bill debate to resume in '13; tax laws finalized http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4992 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Decision on spotted owl habitat relieves landowners http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4991 Wed, 09 Jan 2013 00:00:01 PDT Photos show agricultural abundance, variety http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4966 Wed, 26 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Groups propose changes to milk price formulas http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4960 Wed, 26 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT USDA modifies its final animal traceability rule http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4961 Wed, 26 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: New year means it's time to report diesel truck mileage http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4972 Wed, 26 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Export demand continues to boost almonds http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4941 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Unknowns about taxes complicate farmers' plans http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4942 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farm Bureau keeps watch on new bills in Sacramento http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4953 Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Citrus farmers deal with psyllid restrictions http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4927 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT CFBF delegates debate and adopt policies for 2013 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4928 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farm employers confront 'play-or-pay' health care rule http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4931 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farm Bureau welcomes committee appointments http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4932 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Wenger calls for more political involvement http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4901 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT CFBF survey Farmers report challenges hiring help for harvest http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4902 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: U.S., Europe talks may indicate the future of free trade http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4903 Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:01 PDT High hopes for cattle market depend on rain http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4873 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Land acquisition process for rail project can begin http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4872 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Citrus pest moves to Tulare, leading to new quarantine http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4877 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farmers will pay if Congress rides off the 'fiscal cliff' http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4885 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Turkey farmers cope with high feed prices http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4859 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Congress: With deadlines looming, farmers urge quick action http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4860 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farm groups assess results of the election http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4861 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT President's message: With the 2012 election past, the future is up to us http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4843 Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Ag Alert Update: Farm Bureau welcomes defeat of food labeling initiative http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4842 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farmers donate fruits, vegetables in larger quantities http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4822 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Deputies check into large-scale walnut thefts http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4821 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Warm autumn accelerates desert vegetable harvest http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4823 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farm groups propose reasonable immigration solution http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4820 Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:01 PDT Nurseries say tree, vine rootstock sells fast http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4803 Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Public-private efforts help bees entering California http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4804 Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Fire tax on rural Californians is both unfair and illegal http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4812 Wed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Wildfires force ranchers into tough choices http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4768 Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Reduced demand could ease prices for livestock feed http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4769 Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: The rural vote could prove pivotal in 2012 elections http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4759 Wed, 24 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Conditions favor a good cotton harvest in 2012 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4736 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Diesel fuel: Farmers discuss strategies to deal with price spikes http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4734 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Study indicates no overdraft from Scott Valley wells http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4735 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farm Bureau to renew push for estate tax reform http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4744 Wed, 17 Oct 2012 00:00:01 PDT Export growth boosts demand for pistachios http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4654 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Court hearing on rail project comes as agencies act http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4653 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farm bill to expire; Congress may vote after the election http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4656 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: 'Millennial generation' will shape food, farming trends http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4658 Wed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Rice harvest begins in Sacramento Valley http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4612 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farmers urge Congress to act on farm legislation http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4613 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Private donations supplement school lunch programs http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4624 Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Raisin crop will be high quality, but smaller http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4595 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT UPDATED: Timber legislation promises reform of harvest rules http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4596 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Inspectors work to keep up with market growth http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4597 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farm Bureau urges Congress to finalize a new farm bill http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4608 Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Melon growers inaugurate food-safety plan http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4569 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Central Coast: State water board issues partial stay of new regulation http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4561 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Update: Legislature sends heat-illness bills to the governor; overtime bill fails http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4562 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Responses to survey will help describe labor shortages http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4572 Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:01 PDT Capitol Alert http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4554 Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Optimism reigns as winegrape harvest starts http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4541 Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Dairy farmers say farm closures are continuing to rise http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4542 Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farmers explore ways to partner with local fairs http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4543 Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Water board ramps up its water rights enforcement work http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4549 Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT State board hears about labor woes, immigration rules http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4523 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Draft water rules could bring surge in compliance cost http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4509 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Should California maps carry the skull and crossbones? http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4522 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Capitol Alert http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4524 Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Small labor pool, small fruit sizes hit peach farmers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4492 Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farm bill stalls in Congress until September or later http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4493 Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Resources aid in compliance with spill-prevention rules http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4505 Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT More farmers report shortages of harvest labor http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4467 Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Gov. Brown, federal officials outline delta plan http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4468 Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Effort succeeds using drain water to grow forage http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4469 Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT CFBF president's message: Forest proposal offers rare reform opportunity http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4459 Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:01 PDT Table grape growers report strong 2012 crop http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4446 Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Willits bypass CFBF takes legal action to protect farmland http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4447 Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Drought impacts ripple across the cattle business http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4448 Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Voters must assess consequences of labeling GM food http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4449 Wed, 25 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Bills would tighten screws on metal thieves http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4422 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT After committee vote, farm bill faces uncertainty http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4423 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Corn Belt woes dash optimism about feed prices http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4424 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Young farmers renew their call for repeal of estate tax http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4436 Wed, 18 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Technology helps reduce water supply gap http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4397 Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Courts consider decisions in two water-use cases http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4398 Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Amid cuts, CDFA works to maintain 'strong safety net' http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4399 Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farm Bureau assesses key bills as Legislature recesses http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4404 Wed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:01 PDT Citrus growers cope with labor, pest concerns http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4380 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Valley flood plan to be adopted; next phase begins http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4381 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farm bill debate moves to House after Senate acts http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4382 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farmers' campaign aims to 'Stop the Flood of Regulation' http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4362 Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Tomato farmers expect improved yields and prices http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4351 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Strawberry crop could be headed for a new record http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4350 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: YF&R offers opportunities to young agricultural leaders http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4345 Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Small olive crop gives rise to more fruit flies http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4322 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Senate tackles reforms in '12 farm bill policy http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4323 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Agency agrees to reconsider species listings http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4324 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Investment in leadership earns dividends for agriculture http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4317 Wed, 13 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Avocado demand for 2011-12 crop heartens growers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4290 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Dairy farmers press for changes to price formula http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4291 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Congress must provide immigration solution for farms http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4298 Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:01 PDT Online update: Hearing in Russian River frost-protection case set for June http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4267 Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farm Bureau leaders seek results in Capitol http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4260 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Legislators seek ways to slow rural metal thefts http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4252 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Comprehensive efforts show commitment to heat safety http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4265 Wed, 23 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Asparagus farmers end season on high note http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4235 Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Group asks FDA to set nutrition rating standards http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4236 Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Governor's plan sees budgetary 'day of reckoning' http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4237 Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: As it turns 150, USDA faces challenges of 21st century http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4213 Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Tree fruit harvest to be cut as result of April hailstorms http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4191 Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farmers report early signs of labor shortages http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4192 Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: 'Top-two' system makes primary a whole new ballgame http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4190 Wed, 09 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Pest fighters discuss effective ways to involve public http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4164 Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Administration drops youth-labor proposal http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4165 Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Reaction to BSE case in California remains muted http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4166 Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Public must stay involved in Central Valley flood planning http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4163 Wed, 02 May 2012 00:00:01 PDT Greener pastures encourage cattle ranchers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4129 Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT High-speed rail Route decision disappoints affected farmers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4130 Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farm groups seek changes to coast water program http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4131 Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Potentially important trade deal commands little notice http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4145 Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Hailstorms hammer San Joaquin Valley crops http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4098 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Dairy farmers try to balance milk supply, demand http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4099 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: We must protect farmland while pursuing energy goals http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4103 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Agencies' dispute threatens water supplies http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4067 Wed, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Final draft eases impact of septic tank regulations http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4068 Wed, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Analysts: Feed costs may drop, at least somewhat http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4069 Wed, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: 'Retail agriculture' grows in economic significance http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4078 Wed, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Rains help, but could be 'too little, too late' http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4038 Wed, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT First discovery of citrus disease tests state's plans http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4039 Wed, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Property surveys mark latest step for rail project http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4040 Wed, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Fight continues to repeal or reform federal estate tax http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4043 Wed, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:01 PDT Young farmers stress active involvement http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4027 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Supreme Court ruling bolsters property rights http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4024 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Dairy recruiters still see California as fertile ground http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4025 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: Farm Bureau outlines programs key to farmers, ranchers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4015 Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Farm Bureau leaders meet with legislators http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3971 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT CFBF president: Farmers must remain united http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3970 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Central Coast: New water quality rules mostly reject cooperative effort http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3990 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT CFBF president's message: Measured approaches are needed http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=4001 Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Research seeks to stop berry pests without fumigants http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3952 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Project assesses management of nitrates on farms http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3950 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Corn seed should be available, but inventory smaller http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3951 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Letter to the Editor: 'Regulatory reform' http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3933 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Commentary: We can protect farm kids without onerous regulations http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3960 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PDT Dry winter forces farmers to revise crop plans http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3913 Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PST Safety regulators say farms will be 'a major focus' http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3911 Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PST Implementation to be key as trade deals take effect http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3912 Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Fire fee endangers California's fire-protection system http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3909 Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:01 PST Drought hinders effort to build sheep flocks http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3888 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Spread of citrus pest threatens trees with disease http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3889 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Board needs to hear about flood plan impact on farms http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3899 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST CFBF president urges immigration solutions http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3856 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Milk prices Farmers reassess effectiveness of risk management http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3857 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Future prospects remain bright for agricultural graduates http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3878 Wed, 15 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Youth labor, immigration issues lead agenda www.agalert.com/story/?id=3841 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Farm bill: 'Safety net' for farmers could be reshaped in 2012 www.agalert.com/story/?id=3842 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Dry winter could affect processing tomato plantings www.agalert.com/story/?id=3843 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Budget proposal delivers double blow to ag education www.agalert.com/story/?id=3839 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Winegrape boom is projected to continue in 2012 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3817 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Draft flood plan includes some farmland losses http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3818 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST State's farmers positioned to meet food challenges http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3819 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: UC seeks advice as it wrestles with ongoing budget cuts http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3799 Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:01 PST Rain brings relief after frost causes scattered damage http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3777 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Dairy water rules on North Coast provide options http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3778 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Regional water planning faces uncertain future http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3779 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Agriculture must engage in conversations about change http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3761 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Even equipment dealers watch the skies http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3754 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST USDA office closures impact cotton research http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3751 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Utilities receive OK to shut off power in disputes http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3752 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Consumers benefit from agriculture's stellar performance http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3739 Wed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Dry start to winter means early start for crop irrigation http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3720 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Outlook for 2012 remains positive for most crops http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3718 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Livestock groups welcome end of ethanol policies http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3719 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Farmers can convert a water crisis into an opportunity http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3717 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Online extra: Disability-access areas that agricultural businesses should address http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3734 Wed, 11 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Photo finish: 30th annual contest rewards talent, creativity and good timing http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3689 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST After dry months, farmers hope for a rainy January http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3685 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Demand remains strong for young trees and vines http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3686 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Commentary: New tax interpretation aids on-farm use of solar power http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3708 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 00:00:01 PST Mandarin crops expand markets for citrus fruit http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3667 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST State water board fails to adopt new forestland rules http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3665 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST End of harvest leaves winegrape growers satisfied http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3666 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Proposal would limit on-farm opportunities for youths http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3676 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST River work to help habitat, reduce flooding http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3641 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST Delegates set Farm Bureau policy for 2012 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3642 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST 'AG' trucks: Rules require 2011 mileage reporting by next Jan. 31 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3640 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Rural residents should be hot about new state fire fees http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3647 Wed, 14 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST CFBF president sets agenda for coming year http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3626 Wed, 7 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST Court considers Colorado River water agreement http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3624 Wed, 7 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST Nursery growers report optimistic prospects for '12 http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3625 Wed, 7 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST CFBF president's message: It's time for us to reclaim California http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3627 Wed, 7 Dec 2011 00:00:01 PST Christmas tree growers pine for fair weekends http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3599 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Farm bill process goes back to the drawing board http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3600 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: New estate-tax battle may be brewing for coming year http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3596 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Remapped flood zones mean new restrictions http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3580 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST New delta report adds to eventual master document http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3572 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Feed prices, debt continue to weigh on state's dairies http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3573 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Central Valley solar rush threatens prime farmland http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3576 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Pistachio demand, acreage continue to grow http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3556 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST 'Super committee' shapes the next federal farm bill http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3554 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Japan proposes to ease limits on U.S. beef imports http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3555 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST CFBF President's Message: Advocating for state's farm bill priorities http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3558 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Farmers hurry to harvest a larger cotton crop http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3529 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Land conversion for solar plant leads to lawsuit http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3530 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST EPA proposal seeks information on livestock farms http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3531 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 00:00:01 PST Volunteers bring Farm Day to SF schoolkids http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3519 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Bill in Senate would enhance pest prevention http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3520 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: New law will increase access to healthy California foods http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3522 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Delayed harvest leaves tomato yields uncertain http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3492 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Farm groups seek resolution of GPS interference issue http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3490 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Final passage of trade agreements pleases farmers http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3491 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Grassroots policymaking strengthens Farm Bureau http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3497 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Farmers assess impact of rain on late crops http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3466 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Governor acts on wide range of farm-related bills http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3467 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST High-speed rail authority to look at new alignment http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3468 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Export strength helps market for beef cattle http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3450 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Tree trimming PUC may grant utilities authority to shut off power http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3451 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST New gap appears in forest funding for rural schools http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3452 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: As food needs grow, we in agriculture must collaborate http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3446 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:01 PST As raisin harvest peaks, growers see high demand http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3429 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Fees to increase for many state water programs http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3427 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Farm groups maintain pressure on immigration bill http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3428 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Two bills help farmers address renewable energy goals http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=3430 Wed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Budget cuts have 'profound effect' at ag universities http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=2530 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Water storage workshop looks at state's options http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=2528 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Peach association to major retailer: Buy U.S.-grown http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=2529 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: State Senate agriculture chairman outlines his priorities http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=2543 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Energy mandates touch off a rush for open farmland http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=2510 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Immigration: Congressmen introduce bills on farm labor http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=2508 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Fire fee bill stalls as Legislature finishes its year http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=2509 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Despite recession, budgets grow for federal regulators http://www.agalert.com/story/?id=2504 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST More California farmers invest in solar power http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1782&ck=4A2DDF148C5A9C42151A529E8CBDCC06 Kate Campbell Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST California farmers discuss farm bill priorities for 2012 http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1783&ck=B865367FC4C0845C0682BD466E6EBF4C Christine Souza Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Proposed labor bill would preserve the secret ballot http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1784&ck=365D17770080C807A0E47AE9118D8641 Christine Souza Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: New collegiate membership offers double benefits http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1785&ck=393C55AEA738548DF743A186D15F3BEF Wed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:01 PST Export competition adds to 'scary' hay market http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1778&ck=6709E8D64A5F47269ED5CEA9F625F7AB Steve Adler Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Plains, Midwest weather problems affect California http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1779&ck=8C01A75941549A705CF7275E41B21F0D Ching Lee Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Wary landowners hear DFG ask for voluntary efforts http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1780&ck=F63F65B503E22CB970527F23C9AD7DB1 Steve Adler Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: American innovation drives agricultural biotechnology http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1781&ck=8B6A80C3CF2CBD5F967063618DC54F39 Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Marketers look for dried-fruit sales in Mexico http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1774&ck=F0BDA020D2470F2E74990A07A607EBD9 Steve Adler Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Ranchers assess USDA proposal on traceability http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1775&ck=36D7534290610D9B7E9ABED244DD2F28 Ching Lee Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Reports outline possible impacts from rail project http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1776&ck=7DD0240CD412EFDE8BC165E864D3644F Christine Souza Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Legislature to debate key bills in final month of session http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1777&ck=E9B73BCCD1762555582B513FF9D02492 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Pear growers update report on sustainability http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1770&ck=E5A4D6BF330F23A8707BB0D6001DFBE8 Steve Adler Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Federal debt deal will affect farmers in coming years http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1771&ck=21BE9A4BD4F81549A9D1D241981CEC3C Christine Souza Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Federal agency explains request for ag information http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1772&ck=299570476C6F0309545110C592B6A63B Christine Souza Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST Commentary: Now is the time to keep a close eye on state legislation http://www.cfbf.com/agalert/AgAlertStory.cfm?ID=1773&ck=4ABE17A1C80CBDD2AA241B70840879DE Wed, 10 Aug 2011 00:00:01 PST