The Farmer and Rancher publication keeps county members informed on local events and reports on local and state issues concerning farming and ranching in the county. Below is an archive of Farmer and Rancher feature stories and legislative updates that were published in 2006 and 2007.
December 01, 2007:
Having trouble finding that perfect gift for the holiday
season? Do your stocking stuffers leave something to be desired? Don’t let the holiday sprit get lost in a department store. There are hundreds of great gifts available on the Central Coast that will be sure
hits with your friends and family this year... [More]
November 01, 2007:
As another Central Coast wine grape harvest comes to a close and the last bins from nearly 36,500 acres are hauled in for pressing, agriculture employers breathe a sigh of relief... [More]
October 01, 2007:
For years the bright-red tomato has been king. Piled high in the supermarket, these overly symmetrical
ovals are placed carefully, one on top of another, until they tower above the other fruits—an obvious favorite of shoppers. Available almost year round, tomatoes,
whether sliced, diced or sautéed, are a fixture in the American diet... [More]
September 01, 2007:
Cattlemen and farmers gathered at the Mid-State Fair to celebrate agriculture and honor achievements of local farmers and ranchers. The 21st annual Cattlemen and Farmers’ Day events featured presentations including the award for Cattleman of the Year, CattleWoman of the Year and Agriculturalist of the Year. Barbecue lunch and dinner was prepared by the Farm Bureau and Cattlemen’s Association... [More]
August 01, 2007:
Red-Legged Frog, Steelhead Trout, California Pacific Pound Turtles and other endangered species wanted? “Yes,”. This Vineyard owner has all but hung a Wanted sign on his gate to encourage these and other species to move in among the vines and creeks... [More]
July 01, 2007:
At the heart of San Luis Obispo County, ancient oak trees tower over the grasslands and cling to the foothills. These native giants provide both picturesque viewscape and a number of practical benefits for the environment... [More]
June 01, 2007:
There are numerous U-Pick operations in the SLO Co. area that offer seasonal fruits and vegetables. Most U-Pick operations open after Memorial Day and stay open through the fall...[More]
May 01, 2007:
Last Fall, spinach growers lost close to $100 million dollars after regulators warned consumers to stop eating bagged spinach. The industry has responded and now looks for consumers to return... [More]
April 01, 2007:
Buzzing from blossom to blossom, these little workers (Honey Bees) are an agriculturalist’s best friend. Nationwide however, the bee industry is undergoing an attack from an aggressor no larger than the size of a pinhead...[More]
March 01, 2007:
Formed in July 2002, the Rural Crime Unit of the San Luis Obispo Sheriff’s Department has become the answer for most agriculturalists looking for a resource when confronted with agriculture-related crimes...[More]
February 01, 2007:
Nothing says Valentine’s Day like a dozen long-stemmed red roses. This is why Eufloria has 11 different varieties of the traditional red rose, but that’s not all...[More]
January 01, 2007:
They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, but for one lucky photographer entering the CFBF annual photo contest was worth a thousand dollars... [More]
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