Almond consumption in Germany rivals that of the U.S. and the Almond Board of California (ABC) has focused its efforts on growth. A marketing campaign titled “The Mother of All …
New Crop Insurance Program for Controlled Environments
There’s a new crop insurance program, for a different kind of agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is announcing a new crop insurance program designed …
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 10-04-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers high production and low prices for major U.S. tree nuts, Tulare County crop …
Farm Real Estate Market Holding Steady
The farm real estate market is holding steady. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. As combines roll into fields this fall, there is a renewed sense of optimism …
First HLB Detection in Ventura Prompts Quarantine
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has imposed a quarantine in Ventura County due to the discovery of Huanglongbing (HLB). This marks the first instance of HLB-positive trees …
Conditions ‘Too Good’ for Fast Farm Bill
An ag economics expert says this year’s farm bill battle is a repeat of bills gone by. Dr. Joe Outlaw is a Regents Fellow, Professor, and Extension Economist in the …
More Than $100 Million Available for California Conservation
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing more than $100 million for California conservation efforts in Fiscal Year 2024. Assistance opportunities are available through key initiatives such as the …
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 10-03-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers opposition to the EATS Act, CDFA awarding $3.7 mil for climate smart tech …
Holstein Icon Honored Through New Youth Scholarship
A new scholarship helps students while honoring a cattle icon. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The George Miller Memorial Scholarship is named after a man who was …
Better Understanding Fusarium Wilt Race 2 Issues in Strawberries
The discovery of fusarium wilt race 2 in strawberry fields has prompted several avenues of research to better understand the issue. This particular pathogen presents a notable threat to strawberry …
DWR Taking Public Comment on California Water Plan Update 2023
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has released the Public Review Draft of California Water Plan Update 2023. DWR indicates that the update promotes climate change adaptation, strengthens watershed …
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 10-02-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers reactions to the Bay Delta staff report, drought coverage, opening more trade options …
Additional Organic Dairy Assistance Offered Through New Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is set to disburse an additional $5 million in payments to support organic dairy producers. The Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP) is intended …
USDA: Lower Income Countries Spend More on Food
A look at which countries spend the most on food. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Consumers in low-income countries spend a greater proportion of their budgets on …