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Exotic/invasive pests threaten San Diego County agriculture
San Diego County continues to be at the forefront of the continuing exotic pest invasion. Climate, major ports, proximity to Mexico, human traffic, and rich fertile land are contributing factors to the introduction, distribution, and establishment of exotic pests and diseases. [More]
Be vocal! Keep the pressure on our legislators to fix California’s water crisis
As we head into springtime and increased water needs, we farmers 
need to look at 2009 as our year to squawk even louder about water. While ag met its water conservation goals in ‘08, the rest of the county will get a taste of our experience this year as mandatory water conservation will undoubtedly come. [More]
An interview with David Van Ommering
David Van Ommering is a partner with his brother, Robert, at Van Ommering Dairy, a third generation operation on 190 acres in Lakeside. Van Ommering Dairy was established in 1960 by his parents, Gerrit and Gerry Van Ommering, after emigrating from the Netherlands. .[More]
Lakeside Farmers’ Market opens January 14
January 14 is the anticipated start date for the Lakeside Farmers’ Market, which will continue every Wednesday from 2-6 p.m. at Lindo Lake County Park near downtown Lakeside. Growers interested in selling at this market are encouraged to contact Casey Anderson at the Farm Bureau office at (760) 745-3023. The Lakeside Farmers’ Market will be the third SDCFB-sponsored market following the opening of City Heights and Valley Center markets in June and September last year, respectively, and a fourth market is in . . . .[More]
December 2008: Vol. 21. No. 12
Join Irrigated Lands Group by Dec. 31 for best discounts
by Nancy Walery
Time is running out if you want to join the San Diego Region Irrigated Lands Group (SDRILG) at the best possible discounted rate. December 31 is the deadline to join the group at the lowest joining fee of $100 per acre (up to a maximum of $500). On Jan. 1 and running through June 30, 2009, the joining fee will increase to $150 per acre (up to a maximum of $750). After June 30, 2009, the joining fee will increase again to $200 per acre (up to a maximum of $1,000). . . .[More]
November 2008: Vol. 21. No. 11
Don't miss the Nov. 12 Ag Water Summit
Here we are already in November and another holiday season has snuck up on us again. As usual, we in agriculture have experienced an eventful year and face many challenges ahead. Quite frankly, I'm thankful that the San Diego County Farm Bureau is ahead of the curve and hosting another Ag Water Summit this month (Nov. 12) to help us growers make important decisions in the next few months.. ...... [More]
October 2008: Vol. 21. No. 10
Luawanna Hallstrom named 2008 Farmer of the Year
Luawanna Hallstrom didn't set out to become the agriculture industry's face of immigration reform more than two decades ago. Rather, it was a personal calling that sent her on this mission of regular treks to Sacramento and Washington, D.C., where she has tirelessly pressed for comprehensive immigration reform with countless members of Congress, state officials and legislators, and where she has joined and addressed more boards. ...... [More]
The San Diego County Farm Bureau will soon launch its second farmers' market in as many months, with several more on the drawing board.
The Valley Center Farmers' Market will open September 4 and continue every Thursday from 3 p.m. until sunset at the Valley Center Upper Elementary School, located at 28751 Cole Grade Road.... .....[More]
Farm Bureau’s Valley Center Farmers’ Market opens Sept. 4
It’s that favorite event of the year for Farm Bureau golf lovers (and for those who simply enjoy a good day outdoors supporting a worthy cause), who are hereby given permission to take the afternoon off to join in an afternoon of fun and fellowship at San Diego County Farm Bureau’s 12th annual Scholarship Golf Tournament on Thursday, Sept. 25... .....[More] 
Come One, Come All to FB's Annual Scholarship Golf Tourney Sept. 25
As the next step in state and federal stormwater runoff regulations takes shape and causes concern among members of the local agriculture community, the San Diego County Farm Bureau board of directors has approved the creation of a runoff monitoring group for Farm Bureau members located in the Regional Water Quality Control Board's .. .....[More]
Farm Bureau to Form Runoff Monitoring Group
May 2008: Vol. 21. No. 5
Farm 
Bureau Launches Farmers' Market in City Heights
San Diego County Farm Bureau is venturing into farmers' market management as one of its many activities. An opportunity recently presented itself when a coalition of social organizations identified the need for a farmers' market in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego and approached SDCFB about taking full charge and responsibility for its operation. .....[More]
April 2008: Vol.21 No. 4
Get your I-9s in Order
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has increased its presence in San Diego County and has been conducting inspections among various agricultural employers to make sure they are in full compliance on their Form I-9
documentation. At least one local grower was recently visited by DHS. Although his ......[More]
March 2008: Vol.21 No. 3
The need for strong state and federal pest exclusion
The following is a white paper recently submitted by San Diego County Farm Bureau to the San Diego County Board of Supervisors, State Senators and Assembly members, and our local Congressmen and Representatives. The intent of this document is to emphasize how important it is to keep pest exclusion funding in the budget in order to protect the future viability of agriculture. ........[More]
Feb 2008: Vol. 21. No. 2
Ag Water Conservation Expo Set
On Feb. 20, 2008, from 1-5 p.m., the San Diego County Farm Bureau will be holding the San Diego County Ag Water Conservation Expo at the California Center for the Arts in Escondido. This tradeshow-like event will give growers an opportunity to discuss water saving strategies with irrigation experts, irrigation equipment vendors, and mingle with fellow producers who are also working to carry on in the face of the mandatory 30% cuts in water use..........[More]
January 2008: Vol. 63. No. 3
AgJOBS in Brief
The Agricultural Job Opportunities, Benefits, and Security Act (AgJOBS) is popular bipartisan legislation developed to provide a near-term and long-term solution to the agricultural labor crisis. That crisis, in short, stems from the fact that a substantial majority of .....[More]
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