Fresno County Farm Bureau: Friday Follow-Up Archive

December 21, 2007:

In this issue...

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

December 14, 2007:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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

Sample letter with contact information

July 13 , 2007:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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:

In this issue...

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