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.  

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.   

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 workers. 

A San Diego County strawberry farmer who has a long and proud tradition of growing the popular fruit.   

And a look at farm prices during the month of July—the ups and downs of various crops. 

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.  

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.

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. 

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.  

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.   

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 does California rank when it comes to grocery costs? 

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.