Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we’re joined by Francie Tolle, who is the USDA Risk Management Agency Deputy Administrator for Compliance Listen…
USDA Breaks Ground on Advanced Agricultural Research Facility at UC Davis
…ARS research units under one roof, aiming to address critical challenges in agriculture, including climate change, water scarcity, and pest management. The two-story ARTC will feature specialized labs, greenhouses, and…
USDA Grant Fuels Automation Research for Nursery Growers
…The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) will manage about $1 million of the grant to explore automated solutions, such as potting machines and weed-spraying robots,…
Sustainable Vineyards Expand in California
…SIP program ensures that vineyards meet high standards for water conservation, habitat preservation, business management, and more. Among the new members is Foxen Vineyard in Santa Maria, whose estate Tinaquaic…
Salton Sea Restoration Project Expands to Protect Air Quality and Wildlife
…Sea Management Program (SSMP) announced the expansion of its Species Conservation Habitat (SCH) Project at the south end of the Salton Sea, aimed at supporting regional air quality and wildlife….
Organic Research Field Day Highlights Funding Needs for Climate-Smart Solutions
…focuses on innovative organic and climate-smart farming practices, including cover cropping and soil health management. His work has helped farmers adopt more sustainable practices, increasing resilience and reducing environmental impact….
Xerces Society’s 2023 Efforts Highlight Pollinator and Habitat Protection
…its advocacy for better conservation policies, providing science-based recommendations to lawmakers. Efforts included pushing for pollinator-friendly pesticide regulations and emphasizing the importance of sustainable land management. The report also highlighted…
Cattle Don’t Spread Cheatgrass According to New Study
…across the West. Tim Canterbury, President of the Public Lands Council (PLC) says, “I’ve seen how cattle reduce cheatgrass and other weeds where they graze. This study shows that grazing…
New Funding to Protect California Strawberries from Harmful Pathogen
…effective risk management strategies to protect their crops from Fof, safeguarding the state’s strawberry industry from potential losses. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an…
USDA Workshop Sets Research Roadmap for Tackling PFAS Challenges in Agriculture
…the chemicals from soils and water. ARS Senior Management Advisor Dr. David Knaebel emphasized that the workshop’s findings will guide efforts to mitigate PFAS impacts on agriculture. The USDA and…
USDA Awards $33.5 Million to Boost Local Food Systems Across 43 States
…Wisconsin, the University of Wisconsin will use FMPP funds to train 100 farmers in business management, enhancing sales and profitability. Meanwhile, LFPP is awarding $14.1 million to 43 projects focused…
ROAR Grant Supports Research to Protect California’s Strawberry Crop
…Feldmann, is focusing on developing genetic resistance to Fof and studying the fungus’s airborne spores, which increase the risk of widespread contamination. This knowledge will help establish risk management strategies…
Decline in California Farmland Values Raises Economic Concerns
Shutterstock image The California Farm Bureau reports a significant decline in San Joaquin Valley land values, attributed primarily to the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). SGMA restricts groundwater pumping, which…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
The Almond Board of California’s upcoming Almond Conference will bring vital information and practical guidance to growers facing challenging decisions around land use due to the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act…