By Sara LaJeunesse, Penn State University A chemical that is thought to be safe and is, therefore, widely used on crops — such as almonds, wine grapes and tree fruits …
Funding for Potato Breeding Research
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced the availability of $1.85 million in funding for regional potato breeding research to support the development …
USDA Invests in Citrus Greening Research
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced four grants totaling more than $13.6 million to combat a scourge on the nation’s citrus industry, …
Funding to Support Agriculture Programs at Hispanic-Serving Institutions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced availability of $8.8 million in funding to support agricultural science education at Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSIs). The Hispanic-Serving …
Farm City Newsday Podcast for January 19
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe Sponsored ContentPurina Podcast: Managing for Success from One Life Phase to AnotherJuly …
Strong Ag Background with Sonny Perdue
Former Georgia Gov. Sonny Perdue has been nominated as U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary. AgNet Media talked with Perdue a few years ago about his agriculture background and life experiences. …
Conaway on Nomination of Former Governor Sonny Perdue for USDA Secretary
Agriculture Committee Chairman K. Michael Conaway issued the following statement upon the announcement of President-Elect Donald Trump’s selection of former Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue to be the nominee for Secretary …
Western Growers Supports Perdue Nomination
In response to President–elect Donald J. Trump naming Sonny Perdue as the nominee to head the Department of Agriculture, Western Growers President and CEO Tom Nassif issued the following statement: …
Perdue Nominated as Ag Secretary; Ag Groups Show Support
With the nomination of Sunny Perdue for agriculture secretary, several agriculture organizations are showing their support for the former Georgia governor. President-elect Donald Trump said in a statement that Perdue …
Almond Board: Navel Orangeworm Predictor
Navel Orangeworm, or NOW, is a big problem for almond growers. AgNet West caught up with UCCE Area Integrated Pest Management Advisor for the Sacramento Valley, Emily Simms, at the …
Make-up of Family Farms
Cathy Isom has the findings from the Ag Departments latest study on the make-up of family farms in the U-S. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Sponsored ContentPurina …
Farm Leaders Taking Part in Inaugural Parade Friday
Leadership from national farm organizations will represent agriculture during the inaugural parade for President-elect Donald Trump Friday. Sponsored ContentPurina Podcast: Managing for Success from One Life Phase to AnotherJuly 7, …
China Halts Ethanol Shipments
Buyers in China have canceled up to seven ethanol import shipments due to arrive by April, the first sign a likely hike in import duties is threatening to stall demand. …
Vilsack’s Week Early Departure Meant to Save Tax Dollars
Former Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack stepped down a week early from his cabinet post to “save taxpayers a few bucks.” Vilsack told Reuters he and his family were taking a …