House Agriculture Committee Chairman K. Michael Conaway (R-TX) Agriculture Committee Chairman K. Michael Conaway (R-TX) issued the following statement after the House passed S.1252, the Global Food Security Act of…
California Water Alliance Changes Initiative Plans
…Commission and a participant in the group called Stop the Water Grab. He tells AgNet West he hopes the new wording eliminates the constitutional amendment and maintains the current Prop…
USDA Announces Support for Next Generation Farmers
…assistance for socially disadvantaged, Tribal and Veteran farmers and ranchers. Acting Deputy Agriculture Secretary Michael Scuse says “diverse experiences, background and education are vital to a healthy agricultural sector.” Since…
Air Quality Incentives Available
…This new funding offers an opportunity for producers who have not yet participated.” NAQI can help agricultural producers implement conservation practices that reduce air pollution from agricultural sources. Financial assistance…
Almond Board: CASP Workshop July 7 & 8
…to best make adjustments to sweeper and harvester machines to match local conditions Overview of research-based strategies to reduce harvest dust Incentive funding for harvest equipment Workshops begin at 8:30…
July 4th Food Safety
…to Avoid Foodborne Bacteria on the Fourth of July by Food Safety Education Staff Check meat temperature while grilling No matter where you find yourself on the Fourth of July,…
Agri View: Pork Exports
Everett Griner talks about pork exports encouraging this year in today’s Agri View. Pork Exports From: Pork.org U.S. Pork 2016 Export Data Shows Impressive Progress Challenges still exist for remainder…
USDA Announces Key Measures to Improve Pollinator Health
…in advance of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) seventh annual Pollinator Week Festival, the USDA is announcing two initiatives in support of the President’s National Strategy to Promote the…
Almond Board: Pollinator Week
…and collaborating with universities, government agencies, nonprofits, and beekeeping groups to communicate, educate, and inform honey bee research, policy, education and outreach. Click here to learn more about our partners…
Ag Committee Evaluates Effectiveness in SNAP-Ed
The House Agriculture Committee held a hearing to evaluate the effectiveness of nutrition education programs in promoting positive long-term health outcomes within the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Members heard…
FAA Rules Clear Runway for Small Drones
…before gathering information through remote sensing technology or photography. As part of a privacy education campaign, the agency will provide all drone users with recommended privacy guidelines as part of…
SWEEP Funding
CDFA Announces SWEEP Funding Availability for 2016 The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is accepting applications for the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP). An estimated $18…
NACD Responds to Approval of EPA Spending Bills
…which means the Forest Service and Interior Department agencies would be forced to continue funding fire-fighting operations out of accounts meant for general forest management and restoration. “The wildfire season…
Farming from the Heart- Erin Gorter from Cal Poly SLO
Many current issues within the agriculture industry have surfaced, and Ag education seems to be one of them. The lack of Ag teachers in our California schools is one of…