Phyllis Fong The U.S. Department of Agriculture Inspector General, Phyllis Fong spoke at a House Agriculture subcommittee hearing on her department’s report on civil rights complaints against the USDA. She…
Desert Lettuce Shows Good Quality, But Challenges Ahead for Industry
Desert lettuce crops appear to be a bit ahead of schedule as a result of recent weather patterns. Vice President of Operations for Markon Cooperative Inc., Mark Shaw explained that…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 02-21-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the responsibilities and potential rewards when choosing to grade hives, impacts of supply…
Responsibilities and Potential Rewards When Choosing to Grade Hives
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Grading beehives is an available option for growers to who want to gain the most out of their pollination season and potentially better their yields….
Pear Tree Diseases Every Farmer Needs to Lookout For
The pear tree diseases every farmer needs to be on the lookout for. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Pinterest image There are several diseases that can cause…
Avocado Imports from Mexico Resume
Avocado imports from Mexico have once again resumed according to an announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Shipments of avocados from Michoacán, Mexico had been suspended after an…
USDA Announces the Appointment of Karli Moore to Serve on the Farm Service Agency State Committee in California
The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) today announced the appointment of Karli Moore to serve on the FSA state committee in California which ensures the effective and efficient delivery of…
Secretary Vilsack to Discuss Climate Change During Trade Mission to Dubai
From February 18, to February 22, United States Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will travel to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), to lead a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) trade mission…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 02-18-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Ag Order 4.0 inadvertently incentivizing the use of cover crops, using land leveling…
Pear Tree Pests that Could Ruin a Harvest
The pear tree pests that could ruin a harvest. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Pinterest image Pear trees are one of the easiest fruits to grow in…
US Reportedly Stopping Shipments of Avocados from Mexico
Mexico claims the US is stopping shipments of avocados from some regions due to concerns about violence in the areas. According to a report by Reuters, a US official was…
Almond Matters: Controlling Lepidopteran Pests in Orchards
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, lepidopteran pests can create substantial problems for growers. Damage from peach twig borer (PTB) can lend itself to further issues with…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 02-17-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a positive first step in trade with the Indo-Pacific, how to maximize your…
Things that Humans Do that Horses Dislike
Some of the things that humans do that horses dislike. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Horses are hypervigilant. Any unfamiliar sound or object can spook them enough…