A Beef Checkoff-funded campaign called, “Rethink the Ranch,” was executed by Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. It introduced the public to beef producers who make science-driven decisions to keep their …
Another Quarter of Increased Sales for Organic Fresh Produce
Organic fresh produce continues to make strides with another quarter of increased sales. According to the latest Organic Produce Performance Report released by Category Partners and the Organic Produce Network …
Growing Matters: Following Label Directions is the First Part of Protecting Pollinators
Label directions serve as one of the most important points in keeping pollinators safe and healthy when making an application of crop protection materials. The 2022 BeSure campaign from the …
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 04-25-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers industry groups encouraging USDA to take over gene editing regulations, the improvements that …
Emphasizing the Need to Call 811 before Digging
Efforts are underway to promote farm safety by emphasizing the need to call 811 before beginning any digging or drain tile projects. More about that coming up on This Land …
Week in Review: EPA Addresses Pesticide Approval Process & Bird Flu Outbreak Hits 27 Million
EPA points out the current system for registering pesticides is “unsustainable and legally tenuous” without corrective action. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed the presence of the H5N1 strain …
Livestock Producers Impacted by Drought or Wildfire Receive Payments
Payments to livestock producers impacted by drought or wildfire are being sent out by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The assistance is being provided to ranchers with approved applications through …
USDA Makes Earth Day Investment of Nearly $800 Million in Climate-Smart Infrastructure
In honor of Earth Day 2022, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing nearly $800 million in climate-smart infrastructure (PDF, 587 KB) in 40 states, …
Phase 1 NEPA Revisions Met with Criticism from Farm Groups
The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has finalized adjustments to portions of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Several ag groups have raised concern about the Phase 1 NEPA revisions …
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 04-22-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers farm groups opposing NEPA changes, John Deere partnering with GUSS, learning the basics …
It’s Earth Day: Anniversary of the Birth of the Modern Environmental Movement
Today, April 22nd is Earth Day. More about that coming up on This Land of Ours. Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of …
The California Kitchen: Brown Butter Basted Halibut
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Brown Butter Basted Halibut with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 3T Vegetable Oil TT S+P …
Watershed Infrastructure Projects Receive $420 Million in Support
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was joined by White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu and Congressman Sanford Bishop (GA-2) to announce the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest $420 million in …
Almond Update: Grower Events to Highlight Soil and Irrigation Information
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is hosting a series of grower events focused on soil and irrigation practices. The Digging In: Soil and Irrigation Field Day is going to …