…disappointment in the latest WOTUS rule. Many note that the new amendments fall short of addressing long-term issues. “The ruling in Sackett v. EPA was a chance for EPA and…
California to Fund 46 Specialty Crop Projects Through 2023 SCBGP
…largest award has been presented to the Buy California Marketing Agreement. A grant award of $2.5 million is to be used to increase consumer demand for California specialty crops and…
AgNet Weekly: EATS Act Part One
…and accurate reporting. For more than 10 years, she has specialized in agriculture news focused on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 08-25-23
…crops, the later than average almond harvest in Fresno County, and details on UC ANR’s Climate Smart Agriculture Program. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
Positive Outlook for the California Walnut Industry, After Years of Challenges
…acreage. The California Walnut Board’s survey highlighted a decline in acreage for the first time, with more reductions anticipated as growers shift to other crops. Positive signs continue with strong…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-23-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impacts of the recent tropical storm on Fresno County crops, CDFA’s soil…
Proposals for CDFA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Being Accepted
…California specialty crops. Specialty crops eligible for project funding include fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, dried fruits, and horticulture and nursery crops, including floriculture. CDFA conducts a two-phase competitive solicitation process…
Cammack Expects Tough Battle for Farm Bill
…bill is the regionality of it. Each of the nation’s growing regions has different crops and different needs. Still, she said it’s an important piece of legislation, and that fact…
AgNet Weekly: Senator Cramer on Foreign Ownership of U.S. Ag Land
…on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also traverses the legislative…
Study Shows Positive Economic Impact of Soil Health
…to grow soybeans, and $16 an acre less to grow all other crops. Yield increases were reported for 42 percent of farms growing corn, 32 percent of farms growing soybeans,…
AgNet Weekly: Sens. Boozman, Cramer, and Hoeven on Farm Bill Issues
…most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also traverses the legislative issues of the livestock…
Conservation Project Supported by USDA Grant of $90 Million
…expected to begin in Fall 2023. “NACD will be creating a diverse portfolio of projects that impact a wide range of agricultural operations and producers. We also look forward to…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 08-10-23
…cotton demand, specialty crops and the Farm Bill, and minimum wage increases coming in 2024. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. AgNet News…
Blue Diamond USDA Climate-Smart Grant Program Launches
…in. Applications are currently being accepted for cover cropping and conservation plantings. “We’re eager to get the applications for cover crops and conservation plantings within the next few weeks as…