California Organic Sales Up

  The Department of Agriculture’s 2019 Organic Survey finds total sales of $9.93 billion in organic products, an increase of $2.37 billion, or 31%, from 2016. Released by USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, the report shows there were 16,500 certified organic farms, a 17% increase from 2016, which accounted for 5.5 million certified acres, an…MORE

Top Cal Organic Products

A new study by the University of California shows that cow milk is state’s biggest selling organic product. That study also reveals that strawberries, carrots and grapes are the state’s other top organic products. The University of California study points out that farmers produce more than 360 organic crops and commodities, with sales generating over…MORE

Tulare County Haystack Arson Suspect Arrested

  DINUBA, CA (KMJ) — The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of the man they say set fire to a haystack that displayed signs and banners in support of President Trump and Rep. Devin Nunes. Tulare County Fire responded to the haystack fire on Oct. 10 in the area of Avenue 384 and Road…MORE

Farmer Payments At Record High

  Direct payments to U.S. farmers are at an all-time high as the nation prepares for a national election next month. Record government subsidies, much needed in the turbulent trade environment and coronavirus pandemic, are projected to make up more than a third of farm income in 2020. In a report by Reuters, the aid…MORE

Keith Osier

The Fresno County Sheriff’s Office most wanted person of the week is: Keith Osier of Kingsburg. A judge has issued an arrest warrant for failing to report to court on several charges related to theft, drugs. In May, a Fresno County Sheriff’s deputy took report of a burglary in Sanger where welding equipment was taken.…MORE

Fresno State Cuts Some Athletic Programs Due To Pandemic Budget Shortfall

PRESS RELEASE: Fresno State Athletics announces program changes FRESNO, Calif. – In response to ongoing financial challenges for Fresno State Athletics, whose revenues have been dramatically impacted this fiscal year by the COVID-19 pandemic, Fresno State announced today its decision to implement program reductions that will ensure long-term financial sustainability of its athletics program. At…MORE