The 4-bale Module Averaging Pilot Program is meant to help with the efficiency of cotton production. Deputy Administrator of the Cotton and Tobacco Program in the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service …
Farm Struggles Similar to Those Seen in 1980’s Continue to Impact Growers
There’s hope that ongoing farm challenges will begin to ease in the near future. Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobson said that it’s been a tough couple years for …
Comment Period Closes Sept 30 for National Organic Standards Board Meeting
The National Organic Standards Board is set to meet in Portland, Oregon from October 22nd through 24th to discuss changes to the National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances and …
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 09-20-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show organic products face price pressure with supply and demand. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and …
Promoting Farm Safety
An online source to promote farm safety. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. An online source provides information on injuries on the farm and in turn aids farm …
AM Radio Bill Moves to House Floor
Efforts to keep AM radio in the dashboards of U.S. vehicles have taken a step forward in the House. The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted 45-2 to send the …
Almond Update: Red Leaf Blotch Presence in California has Raised Alarms
According to a report by UC Davis and UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE), the fungal pathogen Red Leaf Blotch (RLB) was first detected in California almond orchards on the border of …
USDA Supporting Research to Address Palmer Amaranth
Researchers at Colorado State University (CSU) are working on a new type of herbicide to tackle Palmer amaranth, a tough weed that’s causing big problems for farmers. The $650,000 project, …
Updated Guidelines for Claims on Meat and Poultry Labels
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released updated guidelines to improve how companies support claims about how animals are raised and the environmental impact of meat and poultry products. …
Addressing Farm Labor Challenges Through Technology
Collaborative efforts are underway that seek to address some of the short and long-term labor challenges in farming. Chief Innovation Officer for UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, Gabe Youtsey, said …
Registration Open for 2024 California Citrus Grower’s Conference
Registration is currently open for the 2024 California Citrus Conference. The event is a one-day conference designed specifically for growers and will showcase the outstanding research efforts ongoing for the …
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 09-19-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show addressing farm labor challenges through technology. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to …
Farm Income Forecast Part of Economic Cyclical Pattern?
Is the farm income forecast part of the economic cyclical pattern? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Chief Economist believes the September Farm Income Forecast reflects what …
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 09-18-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show an investment of $7.3 billion to help further strengthen rural electrification. Tune in for these news stories, …