Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. As we continue with NAFB week, we’re joined by farm broadcaster from Surprise, Nebraska, Susan Littlefield, who talks about the …
Deadline Approaching for California Farmers to Apply for Conservation Assistance
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California has announced federal assistance opportunities for agricultural producers for Fiscal Year 2025. While applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) …
Farm Bill Faces Uncertain Path Forward Post-Election
While the election is now behind us, the future of the long-awaited Farm Bill remains in question. Farmers and ranchers have been waiting for the reauthorization of the bill for …
Engine Technology Forum Urges California to Boost Support for Renewable Biofuels in Clean Energy Policies
The Engine Technology Forum (ETF) has called on California’s energy and environmental agencies to recognize renewable biodiesel and renewable diesel as essential decarbonization tools. ETF made its case as the …
California Expands Program to Double Nutrition Benefits for Low-Income Shoppers at Farmers’ Markets
The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Farm to Fork (CDFA-F2F) has announced that proposals are now open for the 2025 California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) Expansion. This …
American Agriculture History Minute: Grain Silos Developed
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. In 1873, Fred Hatch, a farmer from Illinois, built what is believed to be America’s first variation of the modern silo, …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 11-11-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we’re joined by farm broadcaster from Indiana, C.J. Miller who talks about his role as Assistant News …
Future of U.S. Biofuels Hinges on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Incentives
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could drive significant growth in the U.S. biofuels sector, but the industry’s success will depend on favorable market and regulatory conditions. Agricultural feedstocks are expected to …
Organic Research Field Day Highlights Funding Needs for Climate-Smart Solutions
The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) recently hosted Representatives Zoe Lofgren and Jimmy Panetta for a field day at the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Salinas station. The event showcased …
CDFW Now Accepting Applications for Wolf-Livestock Loss Compensation Program
The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is now accepting applications for direct loss compensation under the Wolf-Livestock Compensation Program (WLCP). Livestock producers who have experienced confirmed or probable …
Xerces Society’s 2023 Efforts Highlight Pollinator and Habitat Protection
The Xerces Society’s 2023 Annual Report outlines the organization’s ongoing work to protect pollinators and improve habitat conservation. With a focus on supporting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, Xerces …
American Agriculture History Minute: Cargill Brothers Develop Grain Storage
I’m Mark Oppel with an American Agriculture History Minute. As grain production grew in the mid -1800s, it became evident farmers could not use all the crops they grew and …
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-08-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show CJ Miller talks with Kip Tom, the Co-Chair of “Farmers and Ranchers for Trump” and one of …
Cattle Don’t Spread Cheatgrass According to New Study
A recent study from the University of Nevada-Reno reveals that cattle aren’t spreading cheatgrass seeds through grazing, contrary to what many believed. The study shows that cattle digestion makes cheatgrass …