California Ag Today

California Animal Health Lab Gets a Major Upgrade 11.11.2026 ↓

New Turlock facility is nearly nine times larger, expanding disease testing for livestock and poultry across the state.

Fewer Mexican Cattle, More Mexican Beef? 05.11.2026 ↓

New economic research finds that restricting live cattle imports could benefit U.S. cattle prices, even as competition shifts to the beef market.

$8 Billion on the Table. California Growers, Here's Your Move. 04.11.2026 ↓

USDA is gathering fuel-cost information from specialty crop producers as questions remain about eligibility, payment rates and application dates.

Two California Beef Companies Embrace Product of USA Label 03.11.2026 ↓

Eel River Organic Beef joins Harris Ranch in adopting stricter labeling standards, but what could the designation mean for California cattle producers?

Is Your California Farm Too Big to Be Small? 30.10.2026 ↓

A federal definition dating back to 2013 is getting a closer look as California considers what really qualifies as a small farm.

High Diesel Costs, Hard Choices for California Farmers 29.10.2026 ↓

Farm Bureau survey reveals how rising fuel expenses are affecting everyday farm decisions.

Will More American-Made Fertilizer Mean Lower Costs? 27.10.2026 ↓

California is part of a national manufacturing push, with USDA projecting potential fertilizer price reductions.

USDA Draws New Line on Dairy Checkoff Spending 23.09.2026 ↓

Agriculture Department says producer dollars should focus on strengthening markets.

When the Vineyard Work Dries Up 21.09.2026 ↓

California’s winegrape downturn is reshaping jobs along with acreage.

The Goalpost Keeps Moving 17.09.2026 ↓

Improved crop revenue projections collide with record-high fertilizer and rising diesel costs.

What If Ag Tech Brings People In? 16.09.2026 ↓

A UC Merced survey finds interest in agricultural technology training far outpaces interest in traditional ag programs.

More Value, Same Beef 15.09.2026 ↓

July beef export volume held steady, but stronger global demand pushed export value higher.

When Farm Technology Outruns the Rules 11.09.2026 ↓

AI is moving into the field, raising new questions for California farmers.

Three Extensions. One More Deadline. 10.09.2026 ↓

California specialty crop growers have plenty at stake as Congress takes another run at a five-year farm bill.

Cattle Research Meets the Rancher 09.09.2026 ↓

California researchers are invited to bring their beef cattle work directly to producers at this year’s Cattlemen’s Poster Session.

USDA Looks to Modernize How It Builds Crop Estimates 08.09.2026 ↓

With farmer survey response rates declining, USDA is looking to satellites, streamlined reporting and new technology to strengthen agricultural data.

Who Wins With More Beef Imports? 07.09.2026 ↓

Farm Bureau analyzes the impact of the expanded tariff-rate quota.

USDA Plans $57.5 Million Fresh Citrus Buy 04.09.2026 ↓

California growers are expected to benefit as USDA targets oranges, grapefruit and mandarins through its Section 32 program.

Farm Bureau Weighs In as California Legislative Session Ends 03.09.2026 ↓

Wolf funding and grazing goats bring wins, while autonomous farm equipment remains unfinished business.

California, It’s Time to Pick Your Favorites 02.09.2026 ↓

People’s Choice voting is open for California Farm Bureau’s Farm Dog and photo contests through September 7.

California Looks to Australia for Agtech Ideas 01.09.2026 ↓

CDFA Secretary Karen Ross highlights Queensland’s approach to agricultural innovation, investment and on-farm technology.

USDA Sets Quarterly Reviews for New World Screwworm Response 31.08.2026 ↓

Livestock producers and industry groups will have regular opportunities to weigh in as APHIS updates its response playbook.

California Lettuce Growers Feel Fallout From Cyclospora Outbreak 28.08.2026 ↓

California growers face steep losses as consumer concerns surrounding a cyclospora outbreak weigh on lettuce and fresh produce demand.

New Market Access for U.S. Red Meat 27.08.2026 ↓

Nigeria opens wider to U.S. beef and pork as trade remains top of mind.

California Specialty Crop Grant Applications Open for 2027 26.08.2026 ↓

CDFA is accepting concept proposals for projects eligible for $100,000 to $600,000 in Specialty Crop Block Grant funding.