The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a new final rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act. It is aimed at fostering fair competition and protecting growers from discrimination, …
Week in Review: SWP Allocation Lower Than 2023 & Almond Rebound Underway
The forecasted allocation for the State Water Project has been increased by the California Department of Water Resources. A “significant rebound” is expected for the California almond industry, according to …
New Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs Within EPA Announced
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has launched the Office of Agriculture and Rural Affairs to enhance engagement with agricultural and rural communities. The initiative aims to involve farmers and …
Greg Ruehle, Executive Director, National Sorghum Producers, Talks Farm Bill
AgNet Media’s Sabrina Halvorson stopped by the National Sorghum Producers booth, at the Commodity Classic, and spoke with Executive Director Greg Ruehle. Sabrina and Mr. Ruehle discuss the Farm Bill …
‘Significant Rebound Underway’ for Almond Industry
A “significant rebound” is expected for the California almond industry, according to a recent report from Rabobank. Senior Analyst covering fruits and tree nuts for Rabo AgriFinance, David Magaña said …
Funding Announced for Renewable Tech in Ag
Funding the future of ag tech. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture and the Energy Department this week launched a new initiative to help …
2024 Dairy Margin Coverage Enrollment Opens Tomorrow
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is set to open the enrollment period for the 2024 Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program. Beginning February 28, dairy producers will have the opportunity …
Increasing Gap Between Supply and Demand of Pistachios
The supply of pistachios in the global market has been growing in recent years, putting a strain on demand. UC Cooperative Extension specialist, Brittney Goodrich said much of the acreage …
Cotton Producers Report A Decrease in Planting Intentions This Year
The National Cotton Council’s Early Season Planting Intentions Survey indicates U.S. cotton producers plan to plant 9.8 million acres of cotton this spring, down 3.7 percent from last year. Upland …
Week in Review: Initial CVP Allocations & A Grower Perspective on New Raisin Varieties
Many CVP contractors are starting out with an initial allocation that is more than double that of last year’s initial announcement. Robert Sahatjian of Victor Packing shared his perspective on …
Corn Trends in USDA Outlook
What are some of the trends found in USDA’s outlook for the domestic corn balance sheet this year? Rod Bain tells us. Listen to Rod Bain’s program here. Sponsored ContentBeef on …
Efforts to Define ‘Regenerative Ag’ Move Forward with Listening Session Today
California’s efforts to define “regenerative agriculture” continue moving forward with the development of a new workgroup and ongoing public listening sessions. The first meeting of the Regenerative Agriculture Work Group …
Cell-Cultured Meat Labeling Questions
As advances in cell cultured meat continue, the questions around labeling the final product are growing. At last week’s USDA Agriculture Outlook Forum session on cell cultured meat, an audience …
Taking a Measured Approach to New Raisin Varieties
New raisin varieties and improved production methods are at the forefront of California raisin producers’ interests. Robert Sahatjian of Victor Packing shared his perspective on varieties such as Sunpreme and …