…potential of Congress providing additional funding support for disaster assistance, which could help growers mitigate losses from freeze damage. “Our growers are really going to be feeling the impact with…
Agricultural Impacts of Inflation Reduction Act
…that, about $40 billion will go to USDA for climate-smart agriculture programs; biofuel development; forest restoration work; renewable energy tax credits; conservation technical assistance; and rural electric cooperative carbon capture…
COVER Act Seeks to Further Incentivize Cover Crop Implementation
…plant cover crops for conservation purposes. The COVER Act would set aside $5 million for technical assistance, outreach, and program support to help farmers access the Good Steward Cover Crop…
Emergency Relief Program Deadline Extended Indefinitely
…being extended indefinitely. Potentially eligible participants of the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) will be receiving pre-filled applications from USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA). Once the last of the…
Vilsack Visits California to Announce Local Food Purchase Agreement
…Agricultural Marketing Service has signed the agreement under the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program (LFPA). “Providing access to new markets for more producers and helping more Americans experiencing…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 07-20-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers water supply and cybersecurity threats, organic producers getting technical assistance from the state…
Removing Barriers to Meet Growing Demand for Food
…assistance for farmers to expand on-site farm fertilizer storage capacity to help them manage costs year-round. They want the EPA to reform its review processes that create barriers to domestic…
War in Ukraine Takes Increasing Toll in Food Inflation, Global Hunger
…Appropriations Chair Sanford Bishop. “The bill continues our steadfast commitment to our country’s long commitment to humanitarian assistance, by including 1.8 billion dollars for Food For Peace grants and 265…
Wheat Growers List 2023 Farm Bill Priorities
…want to support financial and technical assistance provided through voluntary conservation programs. The wheat growers want an increase in the reference price for wheat in Title 1 to help cover…
Week in Review: Ag Priorities in Sacramento & Assistance for Specialty Crop Producers
…assistance available to specialty crop producers. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced a new bioproduct pilot program aimed at lowering carbon footprints and increasing the use of renewable agricultural materials….
More Than $4 Billion in ERP Payments Issued to Producers in First Six Weeks
…based on existing claim data as a means to provide speedy assistance to producers. USDA has used crop insurance and Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) claim data. Back in…
Specialty Crop Producers to Receive Food Safety Assistance from USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) intends to make up to $200 million in assistance available to specialty crop producers. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced plans to provide funding support…
Almond Update: Promoting Pollinator Health Beyond National Pollinator Week
…its partner nurseries help supply milkweed seed ecotypes to support monarch butterfly habitat. Free technical assistance, milkweed plugs, and specialized seed mixes are available through the California Working Lands Free…
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…