Friday Follow-Up Archive 2008

 In this issue...

• Editor’s Note
• Smelt Biological Opinion released this week
• Efforts are needed to preserve Williamson Act funding in State Budget
• ARB’s Diesel Truck Rule Passes
• Precipitation helps, but it’s still dry
• San Joaquin Valley Grape Symposium is Jan. 7
• State’s Ag Vision framework is released for comment
• Strawberries are good for the heart
• Quote of the Week

 In this issue...

• Fresno State Team wins Annual Collegiate Discussion Meet
• We’re dry—pray for rain and snow
• West side water agencies file suit to prevent water cutbacks
• Pesticide Continuing Education classes for growers who still need hours are set for Monday and Tuesday
• Conservation Tillage Workgroup to meet Dec. 18 in Five Points
• Move aside Christmas goose; turkeys are plentiful for holiday dinner
• Annual Sanger event is set for Sunday
• Quote of the week
• Smile for the Week

 In this issue...

• CFBF Annual Meeting begins Sunday
• Water district survey shows efficiency in water deliveries
• Kings Farm Bureau to hold Haz-Mat Training classes on Dec. 11 
• FCFB participates in discussion on economic and political processes in Mexico
• Workshop for grape growers set for Dec. 11 at Fresno State
• Reminder: Irrigation technology seminar planned for Dec.11
• Beef, lamb production was down; pork production was up
• Guacamole in short supply? State’s avocado crop will be light
• Quote of the week
• This date in history

 In this issue...

• What happens to your food dollar?
• California’s budget update
• Longfin Smelt protections approved
• Pesticide Continuing Education Classes scheduled for Dec. 5
• USDA Risk Management Agency to hold workshop for cherry growers
• Winter Tree Fruit Meeting is Dec. 3 in Parlier
• Reedley annual farm equipment parade set for Dec. 4
• Irrigation technology seminar planned for Dec.11
• PG&E offers incentives for orchard trees removed near power lines
• Recent row crop data shows corn is up, cotton and sugar beets are down
• Quote of the Week

 In this issue...

• Former Fresno County Agricultural Commissioner Cosmo C. Insalaco dies at age 72
• Williamson Act funding is in jeopardy under recent State Budget proposal
• Thanksgiving dinner will cost a little more this year
• Fish and Game to consider extending possible smelt listing
• Pesticide Continuing Education Classes scheduled for Nov. 21 and Dec. 5
• PG&E offers free outdoor light replacement program
• Irrigation technology seminars planned for Nov. 20 & Dec.11
• 2009 Common Threads Award nomination deadline is Nov. 21
• Smile for the week

 In this issue...

• November 2008 Election Recap
• PG&E to hold ag seminar on Thursday
• Central Valley Grape & Raisin Expo set for Nov. 18
• California almonds stay on top – health-wise and demand-wise
• Reminder of upcoming events:
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Remember to Vote next Tuesday, Nov. 4!
• FCFB serves as backdrop for Yes on Prop 11 campaign
• FCFB to install new officers on Nov. 6
• Registration to begin Monday for 2009 Fresno County Farm and Nutrition Day
• Clean Energy Conference set for Nov. 5-6
• Annual Agribusiness Conference is Nov. 18 in Fresno
• Tenth Annual Kerman Ag Expo is Nov. 12
• Alternative Fuels Workshop is scheduled for Nov. 15
• Madera Wine Trail event is Nov. 8-9
• Remember when…
• Quotes of the Week

 In this issue...

• Preito, Harris Farms to be honored Nov. 5 at annual agricultural awards
• NOTE: Proposed Williamson Act hearing has been postponed until Nov. 4
• Weather / water update
• Irrigation technology seminar is Oct. 29 in Fresno
• Fall Wine Cornucopia is Oct. 25
• La Vita Sana Olive Oil Tasting Event is Oct. 25 in Reedley
• Sugar beet production is down
• Sexual harassment prevention training offered
• Vit Tech Group fall meeting on raisins is Nov. 12
• Firebaugh FFA fundraiser set for Nov. 8
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Prop 2 debate heats up
• Pesticide Continuing Education classes scheduled for growers who need hours
• Election Time is here
• Irrigation technology seminars planned for fall
• FCFB’s executive director appointed to serve on water district board
• Crop Production Round-Up
• Milk price to go up in November
• Fresno Fair completes success 13-day run
• Fun Fair Facts

 In this issue...

• The Central Valley Project Carries Over 3.9 Million Acre-Feet of Water (35 Percent of Capacity) Into the 2009 Water Year
• Measure L – Fresno County Libraries asking voters for additional funding
• Dairy water quality workshops set for Oct. 23 in Riverdale
• Clean Energy Conference set for Nov. 5-6
• Local pumpkin patch is available for school tours, youth activities
• Did You Know?

 In this issue...

• FCFB elects new board; officers for 2008-09
• Legislative Update
• Proposed Williamson Act changes to be discussed at Oct. 28 hearing
• Big Fresno Fair opens 13-day run
• People in the news…
• Foreign buyers to visit U.S. companies
• California dairy industry has $61.4 billion impact on state
• USDA changes California TB-Free status; now require testing of cattle leaving state
• Tenth annual Kerman Ag Expo is Nov. 12
• Did you know?
• Smile for the Week

 In this issue...

• Fresno County Fire District benefit assessment fails
• Legislative Update
• CA Farm Bureau Federation announces positions on November ballot propositions
• Annual Meeting of the Members
• August milk production down in CA, U.S. milk production up
• Dairy Quality Assurance Program workshops set for Sept. 29 and Oct. 6
• Attention Fresno Fair 4-H and FFA Livestock and Poultry Showmen!
• EQIP applications to be accepted Oct. 1-31
• YF&R Discussion Meet applications due Oct. 1
• Fresno Fair Education Program begins Oct. 2, still time to volunteer
• Water Town Hall meeting with Huell Howser to be held next Thursday
• Speaking of water…
• Did you know?
• Quote for the Week

 In this issue...

• Update: Tie-Down Exemption extended
• Legislative Update
• Reminder: Cotton Harvest Safety Training Workshop is next Thursday
• FCFB’s Annual Meeting of the Members set for Oct. 2
• DWR initiates Drought Water Bank
• Crop Update
• People in the News…
• Leadership Farm Bureau Class of 2009 accepting applications

 In this issue...

• C.O.O.L. mandatory rule goes into effect Sept. 30
• Legislative Update
• FCFB’s FAACT Class VI is announced
• U.C. to host Cotton/Cropping Systems Field Day on Sept. 17
• Top Dog Gala spotlights accomplished Fresno State alumni/FCFB Board Member
• Kearney Alfalfa and Forage Field Day to be held on Sept. 18
• Farm risk management seminars to be held on Sept. 17 and 18 at FCFB
• Kings River fishing groups call for curtailed catch-and-release fishing through Oct. 15
• New Guiness World Record: world’s largest lemonade?
• Move over Gatorade
• While we’re talking about milk…
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Legislative Update
• Fire Protection District assessment ballots are due Sept. 15
• Agricultural risk management to be discussed on Sept. 17
• Cattle market risk management is subject of Sept. 18 meeting at FCFB
• Local Pistachio harvest begins
• Cotton Harvest Safety Training Workshop to be held Sept. 25
• CFBF Photo contest seeking entries until Sept. 26
• California’s budget and taxes -- no easy fixes
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• Legislative Update
• It’s harvest time
• Reservoir conditions show much room for runoff
• CattleWomen to host scholarship fundraiser on Sept. 13
• Agricultural awards nominees are being sought – Sept. 12 is deadline to submit
• Did you know?

 In this issue...

• USDA offers drought assistance through Farm Bill programs—Sept 15 deadline for eligibility buy-in
• Legislative Update
• Check–out the State’s new drought Web site
• Tickets are available for Ag Boosters Barbecue on Sept. 7
• Did you know?

 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