- U.S. Senate passes $286 billion farm bill
- Assemblywoman Nicole Parra meets with FCFB directors/staff
- Judge issues final order on Delta Smelt ruling
- California Air Resource Board staff meets with agriculture representatives to discuss proposed diesel rules
- FCFB Holiday office hours
- Kerman farmer recognized for conservation effort
- CFBF hires new water resources director
- Plant and Soil Conference set for Feb. 5-6
- Toast the season with California Champagne
- �Tis the season�for spiritual well-being
Friday Follow-Up Archive 2007
December 21, 2007:
December 14, 2007:
- Remember: Coffee Talk meeting set for Dec. 14
- FCFB�s Water 101 was well attended
- Air Board hears concerns with proposed truck emission rules
- Report says gene flow not likely to impact environment
- Dairy program honored with Governor�s environmental award
- Farm Bureau membership makes great gift
- Christmas holiday fun facts � farm-wise
December 7, 2007:
- Coffee Talk meeting set for Dec. 14
- Growers urged to attend ARB meeting on Dec. 14 in Easton
- Ag Pump Efficiency Program workshop set for Dec. 13 in Fresno
- Asian vine crop workshop is Dec. 13
- Delta Task Force shares findings
- Meeting set for dairy producers to discuss CDFA Whey Factor Decision
- Specialty Crops Conference for Small Farm Resource Network members set for Dec. 12
- Feed Inspection Services Advisory Board has vacancies
- Words to live by
- This day in history
November 30, 2007:
- Coffee Talk meeting set for Dec. 14
- Growers urged to attend ARB meeting on Dec. 14 in Easton
- State Water Project announces a preliminary 25% supply
- “No-Match” Rule placed on-hold
- CFBF Annual Meeting set for Dec. 2-5
- Reminder: Drought workshop will be held Dec. 5 & 6
- FCFB’s “Water 101” seminar is full
- Tree Fruit meeting set for Dec. 4 in Parlier
- Coalition Submits Over 1 Million Signatures
- Winegrowers present first Lifetime Achievement Award
- Smile for the Week
November 20, 2007:
- Revision to employment eligibility verification Form I-9 announced
- New Fresno County dairy ordinance challenged
- Upcoming meetings for grape producers set for next week
- Conservation Tillage Workgroup meeting will be Nov. 28
- Conference to highlight fresh approaches to fertilizing techniques
- Climate Change Symposium to be held at Fresno State in December
- Almonds could reach production record
- Happy Turkey Day – turkey trivia time
- Happy Thanksgiving – a historical perspective
- Smile for the Week (it’s back…)
November 16, 2007:
- Legislative Update
- FCFB to host “Water 101” seminar on Dec. 10
- A new intern joins FCFB family
- Input sought on forming statewide energy plan
- Drought workshop for farmers planned for Dec. 5
- USDA issues cotton, corn and sugar beet estimates
- Farm-City Week is November 16-22
November 9, 2007:
- AgJOBS won’t fit into Farm Bill, but push for it continues
- Agribusiness Conference highlights
- Ag’s “people skills” need help
- Latest on Water Resources Development Act of 2007
- Hollywood Update
- Memorial service scheduled for Roy Gabriel
- Veterans Day is Nov. 11
November 2, 2007:
- Federal Farm Bill works through Senate
- SIDEBAR: The 2007 Senate Ag Committee Farm Bill key provisions
- Central American leaders visit to discuss possible guest workers opportunities
- Quick storm dumps rain/hail on Valley floor
- Sexual Harassment prevention training offered
- Southland fires follow-up
- Chamber Ag Water Committee to meet tomorrow
- Local FFA Chapters to hold fund-raiser events
- Spring forward; Fall back
- Check out FCFB Business Support Members on-line
- Reminders: Nov. 7 -- Agribusiness Management Conference/ Awards Luncheon / Nov. 5 -- Water Quality Workshops
- Quote of the Week
- Words to live by
October 26, 2007:
- Fresno County Supervisors approve dairy/feedlot ordinance
- Southland fires impact crops
- Chamber issues breakfast is Oct. 30
- Reminder: USDA EQIP Program deadline is Nov. 2
- U.S. cows contribute less to greenhouse gases
- Corn and wheat yields are up
- Beef prices look strong
- Drink your milk!
- Did you know?
- Here are last week’s World Series Trivia Answers
October 19, 2007:
- This Week’s Legislative Scene
- Farm Bill Update
- Water Bonds Update
- Water uncertainty lingers—La Nina conditions forecasted
- We are not alone
- Dairy water quality grants are available
- Annual Agribusiness Management Conference/ Awards Luncheon is Nov. 7
- Best Management Practices -- Water Quality Workshops set for Nov. 5
- Student writing contest is underway
- U.S.-produced food preferred
- Local NRCS leader receives national honor
- Memorial service scheduled for Roy Gabriel
October 12, 2007:
- Still on the Governor’s desk
- Federal Judge makes ruling on “No-Match” SS rule
- State legislature water bond update
- Vegetable crop update
- Conference to highlight fresh approaches to fertilizing techniques
- Northern California rains help range conditions
- 2008 Outstanding Teacher of the Year nominations due October 26
- Imagine this...story writing contest deadline - November 1
- Valley legislators to discuss 2008 agenda
October 5 , 2007:
- FCFB elects directors/officers for 2007-08
- Fresno County declares emergency situation in water supply
- State Legislature water hearing postponed until Monday
- Chamber committee looks at state water issues Friday
- CFBF loses true advocate
- Big Fresno Fair opens; FCFB co-sponsors newest attraction
- Ag in the Classroom Statewide Conference is Oct. 12-14
- USDA EQIP Program sign-ups underway – Deadline is Nov. 2
September 28, 2007:
- No-Match SS seminar set for Oct. 5 at FCFB
- FCFB hires new Governmental Affairs Coordinator
- Rain damage assessment underway
- CFBF’s Farm Team calls for action on bills
- Chamber committee looks at Delta issues next Friday
- Workshops to help dairy producers conform to new water quality regulations
- Cotton acreage is down; corn is way up
- FCFB’s Annual Meeting of the Members set for next Thursday
- Big Fresno Fair gets underway next week
- Speaking of Fairs—don’t miss the Caruthers District Fair this weekend
- Best Management Practices -- Water Quality Workshops set for Nov. 5
September 21, 2007:
- CFBF's Farm Team urges veto action on certain bills
- Fresno county Planning Commission moves forward with Dairy/Feedlot Ordinance
- Fresno County ag awards announced
- Governor floats $9 billion water proposal
- FCFB's Annual Meeting of the Members set for Oct. 4; Election of board slated
- Applications being accepted for Leadership Farm Bureau
- Fresno State wine grape harvest research continues
- Last-minute reminders -- upcoming events
- Recent unsettled weather was forecasted in 2007 Farmer's Almanac
- Fall begins on Sunday
- A smile a day...
September 14, 2007:
- Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program is working - message delivered on Thursday
- FCFB president delivers overview of agriculture at State of County breakfast
- Planning Commission to hear proposed dairy/confined animal ordinance
- Sept. 25 is Cotton Harvest Safety Program
- DPR Proposes Field Fumigation Regulations
- Cattlewomen fundraiser is Sept. 22
- No-Match Social Security seminar set for Oct. 5 at FCFB
- A smile a day...
September 7, 2007:
- Push for water bond legislation now
- Social Security "No-Match" briefing to be held Sept. 12
- Water Quality Boards hold workshop in clovis on Sept. 13
- Dairy/Feedlot Ordinance to be subject of Chamber meeting
- CFBF's Farm Team is urging action on air board bill
- Trade seminar set for Sept. 11 in Fresno
- Ag exports to reach record levels
- Fresno Fair Education Program looking for volunteers
- Words to live by...
- A smile a day...
August 31, 2007:
- USDA official to be in Fresno Sept. 5 to discuss Farm Bill
- Decision expected today on delta Smelt - ESA issue
- Pray for dry, breezy days ahead
- Urge a veto on labor bill
- Fresno Fair - Shamrock Shows scholarship accepting applications
- Ag Boosters Barbecue is Sept. 9
August 24, 2007:
- SJR Restoration Scoping meeting to be held Aug. 29 in Fresno
- Delta smelt hearing was held in Fresno
- Drought contingency planning underway
- State Legislature approves budget
- FACT Leadership Development Program application deadline is Aug. 31
- Social Security mis-match briefing to be held Sept. 12
- Ag Boosters Barbecue tickets are available
- Almond pasteurization goes forward
- Mini-watermelon Field Day set for Sept. 6
- An apple a day...
- U.S. ag exports are strong through midyear
August 17, 2007:
- Employers on the hook for immigration enforcement
- Time to act is now
- Help is needed on state level, too
- Light Brown Apple Moth funding is increased
- Hearing set for Aug.21 in Delta Smelt case
- Long-time Farm Bureau leader to be honored
- Raisin harvest begins - forecast is up
- This date in history
August 10, 2007:
- Tie-Down Regulations meeting will be tomorrow in Easton
- Summer recess delays passing of California budget
- Fresno State Summer Ag Bridge Program
- Water Update: Watershed Coalitions are working
- Horses are at risk of West Niles virus - get them vaccinated
- Fair hall of Fame Program is looking for nominations
- Annual Ag Awards nominations underway
- Update: upcoming State comp employer seminars
- Enterprise Zone workshops set for Aug. 30
August 3, 2007:
- Tie-Down Regulations meeting set for Aug. 10 in Easton
- Applications are now being accepted for FACT Leadership Development Program
- Attention on farm bill now turns to Senate
- Water Update: Kings River growers see short season come to a close
- Farm Bureau Co-Sponsors Property Rights Initiative
- Be aware of heat illness prevention
- Job Listing: Governmental Affairs
July 27 , 2007:
- Federal Farm Bill passes the house
- FCFB launches new website
- Journalism Awards presented at FCFB Media Appreciation Event
- Thank You to Our Media Night Sponsors
- FCFB has "No Trespassing" signs
July 20 , 2007:
- Federal Farm Bill talks began this week
- Join us next Thursday at FCFB's Media Appreciation night
- Williamson Act applications are available - face conditional acceptance
- Legislative Update: Help is needed on SB 180
- Water Update: Governor visits San Luis Reservoir to push for more storage; Delta Vision workshop set for July 27
- FCFB has heat stress education cards available
- Corn is up, cotton is down
- Have some garlic with that cheese
July 13 , 2007:
- Update: Tie-down regulations
- Annual Media Appreciation Night is July 26
- Water Update
- Union Bank Small Business Awards seeking nominations
- Central valley winery & vineyard energy efficiency workshop set for July 20
- Local students receive CFBF scholarships
- It's watermelon time
Load Securement Exemption Description
Agricultural Haulers Exemption Form
Agricultural Haulers Monthly Report Form
July 6 , 2007:
- Fresno County Draft Dairy/Feedlot Facility Ordinance public meeting to be held Monday
- California highway Patrol develops exemption to new tie-down regulations
- Metal theft bill fails in committee
- Potential new wine grape varieties subject of Vit Tech group meeting
- Senator Feinstein weighs-in on immigration reform
- Annual Ag Awards nominations underway
- Want to participate in future Energy Solutions" BioDiesel Co-op survey?
- Annual Media Appreciation Night is July 26
- Feed or fuel??
- Make that several cans a week
Load Securement Exemption Description
Agricultural Haulers Exemption Form
June 29 , 2007:
- Your help is needed to preserve Williamson Act
- Senate Immigration cloture vote fails
- Food safety bills stall in committee
- Water Woes ease somewhat
- Air District seeks its own vehicle emission standards
- Korean Retail Buying Mission set for July
- FCFB accepting nominations for Annual Journalism Awards
- Celebrate freedom next Wednesday
June 22 , 2007:
- Diesel engine air quality workshop to be held Tuesday in Kerman
- Fresno County Supervisors to consider suspension of Williamson Act applications
- Water Woes update- week 3
- New load tie-down regulations put on-hold until December
- Ag JOBS outlook looks positive as comprehensive Immigration Reform moves forward
- FCFB Says good-bye to issues coordinator
- Membership Coordinator participating in dairy internship program
- Tomato production is expected to be up
June 15 , 2007:
- Water Woes
Update
- Pumps are going back on, but not out of woods yet
- Immigration Reform not dead yet
- Bee placement legislation re-introduced
- Load Tie-down Regulations update
- FCFB's FACT Leadership Program "graduates" nine class members
- Harassment Seminar is scheduled for June 19
June 8 , 2007:
- Immigration reform update
- Water Woes
- State pumps to start on Sunday
- Pump shut-off of concern to Fresno County farmers
- Consolidated Irrigation District cancels irrigation runs for 2007
- New regulations enforced for ag haulers
- Heavy-duty incentive program
- County Metal Ordinance update
- State Budget update
- State Legislative calendar
- Fresno State Farm market to feature local turkey products
June 1 , 2007:
- Efforts continue on S. 1348 - Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2007
- State water pumps stop
- Remember: new rules in place while transporting bees and metals on county roads
- Land use workshop held at FCFB
- Federal Farm Bill discussions underway in Congress
- Protect employee secret ballot choice in unionization
- Ag Labor and Employment Summit set for June 12 on Westside
May 25, 2007:
- Debate on immigration reform legislation continues
- Fresno County agricultural production shows gains in 2006 despite heat losses
- Five Points are Heat Stress Seminar is next Thursday
- Update: Williamson Act funds reinstated in proposed budget revise
- Ag Department offers continuing education classes for private applicatorn
- Air district imposes more burn restrictions on farmers
May 18, 2007:
- Senate reaches immigration reform compromise agreement
- Heat Stress Seminar is next Thursday at FCFB
- Governor proposes elimination of Williamson Act in budget revise
- Bill seeks to take away employee rights
- Dairy energy efficiency workshop May 23 in Lemoore
- Corn production meetings set for June 5
- State grants available for animal waste bio-energy technologies
May 11, 2007:
- Heat Stress Seminar will be held on May 24 and 31
- Diesel engine - air quality workshops set for June
- Supervisors pass components of a countywide metal theft ordinance
- CFBF advocacy group heads to Washington to push for AgJOBS
May 4, 2007:
- FCFB Annual Banquet Recap
- FARM TEAM Update
- FCFB programs recognized by PR trade association
- Labor seminars for employers set for WEdnesday
- National Ag Marketing group to meet on May 8 in Fresno
- Tree fruit crop estimate is up from 2006