…and the outlook for them and the stress that they’re under.” The informal gatherings offered an opportunity to have meaningful conversations among growers, ABC leadership, and local Board members. “There…
Undersecretary Keys in on Specialty Crop Trade
…million dollars to support the specialty crop sector in some of the unique challenges they have to export products around the world,” she said. “Oftentimes, while they’re high-value agricultural sectors…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 11-20-23
…USDA’s 100th Agricultural Outlook Forum. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent /…
Vilsack Announces Plan to Increase Trade
…U.S. agricultural trade, including the department’s planned trade missions for 2024 and the opening of a public comment period for the new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP). “As I’ve often…
Week in Review: Bad Year for Powdery Mildew & Red Tape Reduced on Sites Reservoir
…on a proposal for a statewide system to inform the public about planned applications of restricted material pesticides. Stay informed about the latest agricultural issues by subscribing to the newsletter….
Census of Agriculture Report to Be Released February 13
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is set to unveil the eagerly anticipated 2022 Census of Agriculture data on February 13, 2024. The comprehensive agricultural…
One-Year Farm Bill Extension Passes Through Congress
…for the bill’s passage. As President Joe Biden is expected to sign the extension into law, the agricultural community looks toward a more permanent solution with the anticipation of a…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 11-16-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes information about services available from the California Agricultural Mediation Program and the expansion…
Nearly $28 Million Investment to Support Beginning Farmers
…beginning farmers and ranchers, with a special emphasis on programs for U.S. military veterans entering the agricultural sector. USDA Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small emphasized the significance of the next…
FAO Predicts Decline International Foodstuffs Trade
Will the international food trade see a decline? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) predicts a declining international trade in…
Court Finds Prop 65 Glyphosate Warning Unconstitutional
…labels on products that contain chemicals that cause cancer or have other reproductive effects. A coalition of agricultural groups including the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) had challenged the…
Sites Reservoir Project Certified for ‘Cutting Red Tape’
…would be the first project to receive certification under the legislative package aimed at streamlining critical infrastructure. Supporters such as the Agricultural Council of California appreciated the announcement, noting the…
Week in Review: New Beetle Confirmed in Multiple Crops & Good Year for California Rice
…of Agriculture were recently highlighted at an event at Maddox Dairy in Riverdale, California. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the latest agricultural headlines in your inbox every week….
Daniel Hartwig to Take Helm as President of the California Fresh Fruit Association
…His commitment to the agricultural community extends beyond his professional roles, with notable contributions as Board President of the Fresno County Farm Bureau and recent graduation from the California Agricultural…