Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show the statewide snowpack is at 80 percent of average to start March, and …
Mentorship Program for Women in Food and Agriculture
Continuing mentorship opportunities for women in ag. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alltech is proud to continue partnering with the “Women in Food & Agriculture Program.” Applications …
Weekend Storm System Brings California Snowpack Up to Average
The recent storm system that came through California has pushed the state’s snowpack up to average. Last week when the Department of Water Resources conducted their manual snow survey, the …
Ag Trade Caucus Urges Reduction of Trade Barriers Holding Back Producers
The recently launched bipartisan Congressional Agricultural Trade Caucus is leading an effort to urge the Biden Administration to prioritize agriculture in its trade agenda by reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers …
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 03-04-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show we hear from an expert on when he thinks we’ll have a new …
Catastrophic Losses Ahead After Texas Wildfires
Catastrophic losses from the Texas wildfires. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller announced his agency’s commitment to providing support to the state’s producers …
AgNet Weekly: Brian Kuehl on Ag Tax Bill and Future of the Farm Bill
We’re reporting from Commodity Classic this week, where Sabrina talks with Brian Kuehl about a tax bill that’s important to agriculture and the future of the farm bill. Each week …
Week in Review: SWP Allocation Lower Than 2023 & Almond Rebound Underway
The forecasted allocation for the State Water Project has been increased by the California Department of Water Resources. A “significant rebound” is expected for the California almond industry, according to …
New Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Within EPA Announced
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched the Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs to enhance engagement with agricultural and rural communities. The initiative aims to involve farmers and …
LandFlex Helping Improve Sustainable Groundwater Usage, But Needs Additional Support
Transitioning towards sustainable groundwater usage is becoming more accessible for farmers and Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) through involvement in the LandFlex Grant Program. The Department of Water Resources (DWR), which …
Over $770 Million To Be Invested in Rural Infrastructure Projects
More than $770 million is being invested in infrastructure projects to benefit more than one million people across rural communities. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is funding 216 projects …
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 03-01-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes reports on the development of yield sensor tools for pistachio orchards and significant …
AMS Grant Programs Available
USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is now accepting applications for three grant programs, each with a unique focal point in promoting, marketing, and securing products. Under Secretary for Marketing and …
Nearly 20 Percent of Shoppers Purchase Groceries Online
Checking in on who’s checking out groceries online. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Are you turning to online shopping for your groceries? More people are these days. …