Friday Follow-Up Archive 2008

 In this issue...

• Additional heat stress prevention workshops for farm labor contractors scheduled
• Legislative Update
• West side water rationing program is over; water deliveries resume
• FAACT Program is accepting nominations for Class VI
• Raisin crop appears “normal”
• California wage and hour labor seminar scheduled for Aug. 21 in Fresno
• Ballots for Fire Protection District assessment vote are due Sept. 15
• Motor vehicle safety training class set for Aug. 27 in Kerman
• CFBF Photo contest seeking entries
• Did you know?
• Quote of the week
• Smile for the Week

 In this issue...

• Legislative Update
• Another Water Rally planned for Wednesday in Sacramento; push for water bond underway
• Fresno State’s Ag Summer Bridge Program “Bridges the GAP” as a Gateway to Agriculture Professions
• Ag Booster Barbecue is set for Sept. 7
• CA Strawberries to make their appearance at Olympic Games
• Reminder:  Fig Fest is Saturday at Fresno State
• Fresno State Grape Day is Aug. 12
• Motor vehicle safety training class set for Aug. 27 in Kerman
• Quote of the Week
• Did you know?
• Smile for the Week

 In this issue...

• This special early edition is edited by John Migliazzo, FCFB Membership Coordinator
• It’s not too late to attend FCFB’s Media Appreciation Night
• Last workshop on draft truck rule set for Aug. 5 in Fresno
• Remembering Pat Ricchiuti, Sr.; Services to be held Thursday
• Workshop on proposed Williamson Act revisions to be held Aug. 6 at FCFB
• The Big Fresno Fair Announces First Ever Community Champions Award
• Worldwide lemon production down
• Rabobank report shows record-high prices for farm supplies and equipment
• Leadership Farm Bureau Class of 2009 accepting applications
• Fifth Annual Fig Fest to occur at Fresno State on Aug. 9
• Fresno State Grape Day is Aug. 12
• Milk Prices to go down in August, June milk production up despite heat

 In this issue...

• Fresno County agriculture does it again – Number one at $5.3 billion for 2007
• Water shortages top the news this week – Congress learns about water-induced disasters, buses head to Sacramento
• Water districts end irrigation runs
• FCFB’s Media Appreciation Night is next Thursday
• FAACT Program is accepting nominations for Class VI
• Nominations are being accepted for Small Business Award
• Quote for the week
• Smile for the week

 In this issue...

• American Farm Bureau hosts presidential candidates; talk farm issues
• Legislative Update
• Fresno County dairyman elected to national board
• Watermelon field day set for July 31
• Veggie acreage is down in state
• Speaking of veggies… Make fruits and veggies matter
• Another record almond crop is forecasted
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Heat stress workshops for farm labor contractors began Thursday at FCFB
• Fresno County Fire District proposes tax increase 
• Workshop on proposed Williamson Act revisions to be held Aug. 6 at FCFB
• Legislative Update
• Tomato production meeting set for July 15 in Five Points
• Winery and vineyard energy workshop set for July 23
• Small Farm Conservation Field Day to be held July 29 in eastern Fresno County
• India food retailers to visit Fresno next week on trade mission
• Nominations are being accepted for Small Business Award
• Berries are still aplenty
• Smile of the Week

 In this issue...

• FCFB submits comments at Ag Visioning Session
• Legislative Update
• Citrus Greening pest carrier is found in Tijuana
• Water Supply Update
• It’s watermelon time!
• Grape pest management seminar set for July 9
• Corn, oats, wheat and barley acreage is up in CA
• Reminder – submit  nominations for FCFB’s Annual Journalism Awards
• Imported food is on the rise
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Legislative Update
• Bovine TB is detected in Fresno County
• Training offered to rehabilitating injured/disabled farmers and employees
• Water Update
• Fresno County represented at National Agriculture in the Classroom Conference
• FCFB is accepting nominations for Annual Journalism Awards
• California Beef Council releases 2007 Annual Report
• Don’t forget new cell phone driving law kicks-in Tuesday
• Did you know?
• Smile of the week

 In this issue...

• New laws take effect July 1
• CA Farm Bureau to survey water situation
• Legislative Update
• Fresno County dairy producers keeping cows, employees cool
• Meetings with cotton producers will discuss new Farm Bill
• Organic Stone Fruit Jubilee set for Saturday
• Viticultural Research Roadshow/Wine Tasting set for June 26 in Fresno
• Agricultural Vision Listening Session to be held on July 2 in Tulare
• Sweet corn is back at Fresno State’s Farm Market
• Quote of the week
• Smile for the Week
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Governor declares drought as an “emergency” for Valley
• Legislative Update
• ARB Truck Rule workshop held, will be back in July
• California tomatoes are not involved in food safety concern
• Central American leaders participate in Labor Summit
• FCFB’s FACT Class V completes program
• State Fund to conduct heat illness prevention seminar on June 26
• Water management business to hold meetings for west side growers
• Retirement dinner for Ag Commissioner set for June 28
• Mid-West agricultural organizations held conference in Fresno
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Federal water allocation reduced, west side farmers face tough decisions
• Truck Rule workshop to be held next Tuesday in Fresno
• Legislative Update
• Chamber meeting to look at air quality, planned development
• State Fund to conduct heat illness prevention seminar on June 26
• Management seminar and supervisory short course to be offered week of June 16
• Tulare County Sheriff’s Department to host Metal Theft Summit
• Condolences to Earl Williams and his family

 In this issue...

• Plan on attending Metal Theft Roundtable tomorrow
• Legislative Update
• Salmon protection hearing set for June 6 in Fresno
• Truck Rule workshop to be held June 10 in Fresno
• Agricultural Labor and Employment Summit to be held June 11
• Westlands Water District announces scholarship recipients
• 2007 cotton production is down from 2006
• Smile for the day

 In this issue...

• Metal Theft Update meeting set for May 30
• Senate dismissed emergency ag labor provision
• Farm Bill in a confused state as current farm policy sets to expire on Friday
• FCFB represented at Chamber Legislative Summit in Sacramento
• Farm managers/appraisers association releases ag land trends report
• Statewide cattle association supports USDA Downer Ban
• Farm exports help drive economy
• More wheat expected from California farms
• Remember our Veterans and loved ones on Memorial Day on Monday
• We stand corrected

 In this issue...

• Meeting held in Reedley on Wednesday to address Light Brown Apple Moth
• Federal Farm Bill moves forward; Senate passes bill
• Senate Appropriations Committee approves emergency legislation to address labor shortage facing agriculture
• Agricultural Labor and Employment Summit to be held June 11
• Dairy nutrient management workshops are available to dairy producers
• Fresno County Fruit Trail gets underway
• National Federation of Independent Business to conduct healthcare discussion in Fresno
• Reminder: Fill out the 2007 Census of Agriculture
• Quote of the Week

 In this issue...

• FCFB Annual Banquet is Thursday evening 
• Tie-down exemption for hauling has been extended 
• Reminder: Ag Land Preservation Workshop set for Friday at FCFB
• Fresno State farm tours are open to public during summer
• Almond forecast shows crop is up
• Diesel truck rule subject of Chamber meeting
• Thanksgiving in May?
• Did you know?
• Smile for the Day

 In this issue...

• FCFB’s Annual Banquet to recognize Prieto as Distinguished Service Award recipient next Thursday
• County Supervisors Candidates talk about ag issues at forum
• Legislative Update
• Ag Land Preservation Workshop set for May 9 at FCFB
• Fresno County Fruit Trail gets underway
• Dairy Nutrient Management Workshops planned for May
• Water allocation for west side holds at 45 percent
• Winegrape Tailgate meetings set for next week
• Did you know?
• Smile for the Week

 In this issue...

• Legislative Update
• Freeze Update
• FCFB “Blue Ribbon” Annual Banquet tickets are available
• Plan on attending Supervisor Candidates’ Forum on Wednesday
• Water and Energy Innovation Showcase will be held May 1 in Fresno
• U.S. EPA says Valley is in attainment
• Look for Fresno County ag on statewide television show
• CA Wheat Commission has new leader
• Every day is Earth Day for farmers
• Friday is National Arbor Day – plant a tree
• Follow-up on farmer reality television series
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Farm Bill extended until April 25
• Heat illness prevention seminars begin next week
• Apple Moth treatment poses no risks – misinformation creates concern in coastal counties
• Farm animal initiative qualifies for November ballot
• State FFA members to meet in Fresno
• Irrigation workshop to be held April 24 on west side
• Reminder: plan to attend Supervisor Candidates Forum on April 30
• Water deliveries to begin on May 1 in Consolidated ID
• Clovis Rodeo happens next week!
• Study shows benefits of drinking low-fat milk
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Supervisor Candidates Forum to be held on April 30
• Legislative Update
• Thanks to all for help with Farm and Nutrition Day
• PM2.5 hearing set for April 30 in Fresno
• 2008 Common Threads workshop and luncheon set for April 18
• Statewide dairy numbers are down yet milk production is up
• Statewide FFA Gala to be held in Clovis on April 19
• Fewer veggies planted
• Survey says consumers are positive about food safety efforts for leafy greens
• Smile for the day

 In this issue...

• Almost 2,000 students to attend Farm & Nutrition Day tomorrow
• Legislative Update
• Consolidated Irrigation District holds meeting to discuss groundwater management plan
• CWA’s Ag Issues Forum is next Thursday
• Wine concentrate meeting to be held on April 11 in Selma
• State Fund to offer Heat Illness Prevention seminars
• Field crop acreage expected to be up for most commodities
• Tickets are available for the annual Common Threads Awards luncheon

 In this issue...

• Legislative Update
• Fresno County Farm and Nutrition Day is next Friday—2,300 third graders expected at Fresno Fairgrounds
• National Agriculture Day celebrated this week in Sacramento and Fresno
• Dry March: snow pack remains average
• CWA Chapter sponsors Ag Issues Forum on April 10
• Farmers’ Market training program set for April 14 in Reedley
• Posting “No Trespass” signs can help
• Mexico to amend its quarantine regulations for Apple Moth
• Farm Facts
• Calendar
• Farm & Nutrition Day Participants listings

 In this issue...

• Harassment Prevention training seminar is Wednesday
• National Ag Day to be observed Tuesday by local supervisors
• Cattlemen’s Association recognizes beef industry leaders
• New respirator regulations workshop set for next Friday
• Sustainable Winegrowing Workshop to be held next Wednesday in Fresno
• Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program workshop to be held in Tulare on April 2
• U.C. study shows California agriculture is significant to economy
• Notre Dame alumni club sponsors water lecture on March 26
• Office Depot offers FCFB members new discount program
• Ag-related scholarship opportunities available
• March 23 is the earliest Easter most people will see

 In this issue...

• Metal theft summit set for tomorrow in Easton
• Federal Farm Bill is extended until April 18
• Water development discussed by State Senate committee
• Fresno Chamber committee to look at particulate matter emissions tomorrow
• Harassment Prevention training seminar offered
• Issues qualify for June ballot
• SJV Viticulture Group to discuss water issues on Mar. 19
• Deadline extended to apply for export training classes
• FCFB members honored by local business publication
• A busy week lies ahead!

 In this issue...

• Wire/metal theft meeting set for March 14 in Easton
• Fresno City Council president visits with FCFB directors
• Measure C Citizen Oversight Committee is seeking to fill vacancy
• Ag waste storage course set for March 25-27 in Fresno
• Consolidated ID hires new manager
• Manchester GATE class looking for farmers for class project
• Agricultural safety is a year-round practice
• Ag exports expected to soar in 2008
• Visit the Blossom Trail this weekend
• Spring Forward on Sunday
• Smile for the week

 In this issue...

• What a difference a year makes
• Safety misconceptions exist with the nation’s largest beef recall
• FCFB attends California Farm Bureau’s Leaders Conference
• Winegrape tailgate meetings scheduled for March
• USDA-FSA offers low interest farm loans
• Local radio station to offer farm weather reports
• Local water experts featured on statewide television program
• Chamber recruits for 2008/2009 Leadership Fresno class
• Did you know???
• An early reminder…
• March: the lion or the lamb

 In this issue...

• FCFB leaders meet with Rep. Radanovich
• Still time to sign-up for tractor safety classes next week
• Agricultural pump efficiency workshop scheduled for Feb. 27
• State Senate Republicans elected local leader
• Local farmer appointed to EPA Agricultural Advisory Committee
• Dairy water quality training sessions set for next week
• Recent rain events help range conditions
• Next Snow Survey is Feb. 28
• Beef industry responds to recall of meat / inhumane treatment
• January milk production is up over 2007 levels
• Kerman farmer wins door prize at CFBF Booth at World Ag Expo
• YF&R Leadership Conference is March 14-16 in Monterey

 In this issue...

• Fresno COG’s “One Voice” delegation returns from Washington
• Farm Bill Update
• FCFB to host “Train the Trainer” tractor safety classes on Feb. 27 & 28
• Workshops scheduled next week to explain new respirator regulations
• Informational hand-outs on diesel engine air quality rules are available from ARB
• Draft Diesel Truck Engine Rules outreach effort reachs World Ag Expo audience
• Corn and Forage Production Meeting set for Feb. 22 in Riverdale
• Nominations encouraged for 9th Annual California Beef Backer Award
• Smile for the Week

 In this issue...

• Legislative Update
• Bush Administration proposes changes to H-2A labor program
• Farm Bureau leader reacts to video
• Growers reminded to urge caution when spraying to avoid run-off
• FCFB to host “Train the Trainer” tractor safety classes in February
• World Ag Expo returns to Tulare next week
• International trade seminars on-tap during show
• National Agri-Marketing Association hosts network mixer at Expo
• FCFB looking for silent auction items for Annual Banquet
• CDFA to survey citrus groves for being disease-free
• Smile for the week

 In this issue...

• FCFB directors visit with Legislators
• Draft Diesel Truck Rule gets attention
• Your input is needed on Diesel Engine Survey
• FCFB joins state Farm Bureau group in Washington D.C.
• Fresno County kicks-off its annual Blossom Trail
• Preliminary CVP water supply announced
• Labor-related training classes offered
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• League hires new regulatory affairs director
• West Hills College names scholarship in honor of Westside farmer
• Kerman area student wins writing contest
• Food Check-Out Week is Feb. 3-9
• This date in history

 In this issue...

• Water Seminar set for Feb.1
• Diesel truck rule public workshop set for Jan. 30
• Next Snow Survey set for Jan. 31
• Agricultural Biotechnology Conference set for Jan. 29
• 20th Annual Fresno County Blossom Trail kick-off is next Friday
• Plant and Soil Conference set for February 5-6
• San Joaquin Valley women to be honored by Common Threads Awards Program
• California Garlic and Onion Symposium to be held with World Ag Expo
• Milk prices may have peaked
• Wheat crop continues to shine
• Hollywood Update
• This date in history

 In this issue...

• Local meetings held this week look at model farmland protection program
• It’s not too late to sign-up for the Ag Haz Mat Transportation Class for Monday
• Employers must notify employees about the Earned Income Tax Credit
• Workshops scheduled to explain new respirator regulations
• FCFB Executive Director recognized on Thursday
• News from our neighboring Farm Bureaus
• Farm Bureau-sponsored initiative will be on June ballot
• “Cowgirl U” to raise money for Blood Bank on Saturday
• Clovis paper looking for picture-perfect pets
• Smile for the week – We want your ideas!

 In this issue...

• Farmland Conservation meetings planned for next week – Input sought on crafting new program
• Ag Haz Mat Transportation Class to be held Jan. 21 at FCFB
• Governor’s State of the State focuses on budget and need for water infrastructure
• Computer-based bin location program is underway
• Fresno County is number one almond-producing county in state
• Grape and wine character to be topic of seminar
• Rain-snow event boosts season totals
• Statewide focus on water is subject of Irrigation Institute Conference on Jan. 31-Feb.1
• Majority of dairies meet deadline
• Vegetable plantings down
• Safflower may be making a come-back
• Canning tomatoes to see increase in return to growers

 In this issue...

• A New look for Friday Follow-up
• Remember minimum wage increase takes effect on Jan. 1
• Current forecasted storm is welcome news for dry state
• Orchard removals granted short-term burning variance
• Pumping cutbacks began in late-December
• 2008 herbicide application conditions in place for western Fresno County
• Grape Symposium set for Jan. 9
• Labor law update seminar set for Jan. 9
• FCFB’s Executive Director to be recognized at Jan. 17 event