2023 was an active year for agricultural issues, so what can we expect for 2024? Host Sabrina Halvorson talks with Brian Kuehl, Director of Government and Public Affairs with the…
Hits to Incentive Programs Expected in the Wake of Budget Deficit
…cutbacks in incentive programs that provide farmers with financial assistance to comply with regulations. Roger Isom, President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Producers Association, said that California farmers face…
Almond Update: 2024 Nutrient Summit Coming Up January 10
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is hosting the 2024 Nutrient Summit next week at the UC Merced Conference Center. The summit runs from 7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on…
NIFA Grants to Help UCR Develop New Options to Combat HLB
The University of California, Riverside has secured over $11 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for three research projects addressing the citrus disease Huanglongbing (HLB). Grants…
First Survey of the Season Shows a Fraction of Last Year’s Snow Levels
…de Guzman explained. The Climate Prediction Center’s seasonal outlook for the coming months still indicates an increased chance of above-average precipitation and snow. However, snow levels to start 2024 have…
Average Pay Levels Decline for Ag Workers After Two Years of New Overtime Rules
…in a recent ARE Update from the University of California Giannini Foundation of Agricultural Economics. The research, based on data from the National Agricultural Workers Survey, reveals a substantial reduction…
RAPP a 2023 ‘Success’
…a $1.3 billion Regional Ag Promotion Program, paid for out of the Commodity Credit Corporation. So, they’ve proposed this big market development effort. We think that’s fantastic and certainly can…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 01-01-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes new details about USDA’s Agricultural Outlook Forum program and why the USDA is…
Week in Review: Budget Uncertainties Put SWEEP on Hold & Clean Truck Check Deadline Coming
…State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) at this time. The Clean Truck Check program requires that vehicles be entered into the CARB database and an annual fee of $30…
California Chill Report: Solutions for Growers Facing Chill Shortages
…the Walnut Board, the California Department of Food and Agriculture, and manufacturers, researchers have been testing viable solutions for chill shortages. “Our research indicates a robust response in advancing bud…
CDFA Puts a Pause on SWEEP Solicitation
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announced it will not be accepting applications for direct-to-producer assistance as part of the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP) at…
Week in Review: Grower Perspective on Pest Management & Navigating New Challenges with Neonics
…new series of regulations from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation will impact neonicotinoid use in certain agricultural commodities. The Fertilizer Research Act has been introduced to address the escalating…
Delta Conveyance Project Approved by DWR
…extremes, safeguarding against earthquakes, and meeting regulatory water quality and fishery requirements. Additionally, the initiative incorporates a Community Benefits Program to ensure local communities benefit tangibly and sustainably. As the…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 12-21-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show features information on Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program payments and new water conservation agreements for…
