California Ag Today

The Fair Access to Agriculture Disaster Programs Act would waive income restrictions that currently prevent many specialty crop producers from receiving federal assistance.

When HPAI is detected, entire flocks are destroyed to prevent the virus from spreading. With a mortality rate near 100%, this is considered the most humane and effective control method, though it results in substantial losses for farmers.

In this third installment of our five-part series, we highlight the remarkable resilience of the egg industry, despite the challenges it has faced.

According to market intel shared by the American Farm Bureau, since 2022, HPAI has affected over 166 million birds, including 127 million egg layers, leading to an average loss of 42 million egg layers annually.

What’s behind these record-high prices? In the upcoming five-part series, we will break down the two biggest factors contributing to the price hikes: HPAI and inflation.

Over the past weekend, President Donald Trump signed a continuing resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through September 30. While the measure represents a broad effort to maintain government operations, there are key provisions within it that directly impact agriculture.

American Farm Bureau Federation Economist Betty Resnick give the details as of March 18.

Studies show that integrating almonds into one’s diet directly addresses these gaps by reducing fatigue, alleviating tension, and boosting muscle strength.

Farmers and ranchers nationwide united in 2024 to fight hunger through Farm Bureau’s Harvest for All program, donating 34.8 million pounds of food and raising $658,606—providing 29 million meals.

California, responsible for about 80% of U.S. wine production, is facing an unusually small 2024 vintage.