California Ag Today

The Associated Press says reopened USDA offices are helping farmers access $3 billion in aid and key services.

The State Water Board's new CalWATRS platform replaces eWRIMS and streamlines how Californians manage and report their water rights.

Most crops were harvested, though immigration raids rattled some farm communities.

New research shows early peanut feeding dramatically reduces allergy risk, a breakthrough for California parents and pediatricians.

The Almond Board of California explores how almond hulls can move from dairy feed to valuable, food-safe ingredients.

State and county agricultural officials intensify pest management efforts to contain invasive fruit fly infestations threatening key California produce.

UC Davis researchers uncover the genes behind how plums ripen, opening doors for stronger harvests and sweeter fruit across California.

A first-of-its-kind resource gives growers in the Western U.S. customized cover-crop recommendations based on their goals, soil, and climate.

UC Agriculture and Natural Resources brings nursery and landscape professionals together to tackle new laws and plastic waste challenges.

A sharp decline in U.S. soybean exports to China highlights global trade shifts that could impact farm income far beyond the Midwest.

CMAB and VentureFuel spotlight 14 standout dairy startups driving growth and sustainability.

USDA data shows a three percent drop in turkeys raised this year, but experts say Thanksgiving supplies remain secure despite renewed HPAI concerns.

“You Just Can't See Them From the Road” shares the real challenges facing the farmers and ranchers who keep California's rangelands alive.

A new UC Davis tool uses AI and spectrometry to help farmers detect plant stress and nutrient needs in seconds.

Workshops, innovations, Tim Tebow, and California ag tours highlight January 9–14 gathering.

Share your feedback on how Checkoff dollars are driving beef demand and get a chance to win a prize.

Our farmers, growers, and ranchers lead the nation, feeding millions with record-breaking production.

A new partnership between the Justice Department and USDA targets rising input costs and market consolidation to protect farmers, ranchers, and consumers.

American Farm Bureau's Market Intel shows new USDA pricing rules cutting class prices by up to 92 cents per hundredweight.

Farm and ranch groups applaud decision to place Assembly Bill 1156 on hold amid concerns over farmland protections.

A multilayer “Cool-Cover” could help California growers save water and energy while protecting yields.

A new initiative highlights cotton as a powerful, natural alternative to synthetics driving microplastic pollution.

Practical strategies, from disinfectant mats to efficient irrigation, are helping California's nurseries protect plants and boost productivity.

A one-day event in Visalia showcasing innovation, progress, and the future of sustainable dairy farming.

Growers report bumper crops across the state, but limited contracts mean some tomatoes may go unpicked.

Growers report bumper crops across the state, but limited contracts mean some tomatoes may go unpicked.

California Cattlemen's Association invites members to apply for scholarships and convention internships before October deadlines.

Nearly 90 black-and-white images by David Bacon honor the history and resilience of California farmworkers, on display through December 14 at UC Davis.

American Farm Bureau's Market Intel says costs are climbing into 2026, leaving row crop producers with thinner margins.

A new program offers almond growers free habitat seed to boost monarch butterflies, bees, and other pollinators essential to California agriculture.

A bipartisan bill backed by Senator Adam Schiff and Representative Salud Carbajal would require federal agencies to buy only American-grown flowers and greenery.

The Federal Court of Appeals has recently decided that President Trump does not have the power to set tariffs on imports based on the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.

High prices may boost profits today, but they are also making it harder for the next generation of ranchers to enter and grow in the cattle industry.

A new initiative aims to bring more large animal veterinarians to America's rural communities.

UC Davis scientists use CRISPR to help wheat boost soil bacteria and cut fertilizer costs for farmers.

John Deere acquires GUSS Automation, a California innovator in autonomous sprayers for orchards and vineyards.

Record-setting strawberry acres highlight rising demand and grower strategies to manage costs in California.

The state's latest funding round targets agriculture, aerospace, life sciences, and the bioeconomy, with projects expected to support more than 23,000 jobs statewide.

According to the American Farm Bureau, a Louisiana court ruling eases costly labor mandates for family farms.

Cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza have slowed, but California farmers remain on alert as fall migration season brings renewed risks.

According to a release from Senator Adam Schiff's office, the bipartisan call presses USDA to speed Red Card certifications for wildland firefighters as extreme heat and wildfire risks grow.

Even with slightly lower overall expenses in 2024, producers across California and the U.S. are still feeling the pinch of high input costs, rising interest rates, and falling commodity prices.