Using tea tree oil to fight agricultural problems. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Tea tree oil is a home remedy for many things, everything from acne to insect bites, …
Up to $65 Million to Become Available to Support Farm Employers with H-2A Workers
Funding from the American Rescue Plan is being set aside to provide assistance for farm employers with H-2A workers. Up to $65 million in support will be made available through …
Representatives Discuss Access to SNAP Benefits for Undocumented Immigrants
Do undocumented immigrants have access to SNAP benefits? That was a topic of discussion at the recent House Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations hearing on SNAP, or …
Ocean Shipping Reform Act One Step Away from Becoming Law
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) by a vote of 369 to 42. Industry groups have continuously encouraged Congress to move forward on …
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 06-14-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers officials responding to recent ACP finds in Tulare and Fresno Counties, and details …
USDA: School Foods Offer Richest Source of Dairy in Children’s Diets
Where children get the most dairy in their diet. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Economic Research Service released new data showing schools are the richest source …
Land Fallowing Could Reach More Than 690,000 Acres Due to Drought
The lack of available water supplies could increase the amount of agricultural land fallowing than previously estimated. Mike Wade, Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, said that more …
House Ag Subcommittee Discusses SNAP Benefits
The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations held a hearing on the Farm Bill last week, with a focus on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – or …
MSOB: Biological Control Becoming More Viable with Drones
Biological control practices are widely used in farming systems; however, adoption has been relatively slow. UAV-IQ Co-founder and Business Development Manager, Thomas Grandperrin said that drones offer growers an opportunity …
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 06-13-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Smithfield Foods shuttering in 2023, cantaloupe supply up as seasons peak, and using …
Impacts of Shipping Delays Being Felt in California Dairy Industry
While it took some time for the ongoing logistical issues to fully impact California’s dairy industry, the supply chain disruptions are now taking their toll. CEO of Western United Dairies, Anja …
General Mills Invests $3 Million to Scale Eco-Harvest by ESMC
An investment in ecosystems from a major company. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. General Mills and Ecosystem Services Market Consortium announced a multi-year roadmap to scale Eco-Harvest. The market …
Week in Review: Insects Considered Endangered ‘Fish’ and ACP Protocols Proving Successful
An appeals court recently reversed an earlier judgment preventing bumblebees from falling under the definition of “fish” in the California Endangered Species Act. CPDPD Director Victoria Hornbaker told AgNet West …
Survey Seeks Farmer Experience with On-Farm Conservation Programs
California farmers are being asked for their perspective on on-farm conservation programs offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Pollinator Partnership is conducting an online survey seeking feedback …