…Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “The President’s budget proposal honors this commitment and enhances the opportunities available for millions of Americans, including in rural communities.” Brian German…
State of the Farm Safety Net Deemed ‘Unsustainable’ in Recent Report
…bolster farmers against disasters. The report’s recommendations aim to guide lawmakers toward bipartisan policy reforms as Congress approaches the 2024 farm bill reauthorization. Listen to the report below. Brian German…
USDA Expands Insurance Option for Nursery Growers
…2021 crop year, producers insured over $460 million in liabilities through the NVS in the 2023 crop year. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet…
‘Product of USA’ Labeling Rule Finalized by USDA
…consumers the opportunity to support them. The ‘Product of U.S.A.’ labeling rule rights that wrong. This is a huge win for America’s farmers, ranchers, and consumers.” Brian German Ag News…
First Phase of AEM Survey Project to Map Groundwater Supplies Gets Completed
…Data Viewers enable broad access to complex geologic data, fostering collaboration and informed decision-making. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Good Trade Relations with China Critical for U.S. Pistachios
…from the U.S. and from other countries. So that’s a particularly big, growing market.” Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Final SEC Climate Reporting Rule Considered a Win for Farmers
…significant criticism from organizations like Friends of the Earth, Earthjustice, and the Sierra Club. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
ARC and PLC Deadline for 2024 Crop Year Quickly Approaching
…access more information on the programs through USDA’s website or local USDA Service Centers. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Almond Update: Upcoming Pest Management Workshops
…audience,” Castillo explained. Registration information for the pest management workshops is available at Almonds.com/events. Listen to the segment below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
New Resources Available for Local and Regional Food Systems Development
…producers. Webinars and FAQs are available to assist applicants, aiming to foster successful projects. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Final Rule Makes Adjustments to Packers and Stockyards Act
…economic opportunities and fair treatment in contract farming, fostering a more resilient and competitive agricultural sector for the future. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Weekend Storm System Brings California Snowpack Up to Average
…for higher mountain elevations.” Between 12 and 24 inches of snow is forecasted in the Northern Sierra by Wednesday. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Ag Trade Caucus Urges Reduction of Trade Barriers Holding Back Producers
…the need for leadership and action to advance U.S. agriculture in the global market. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
AgNet Weekly: Brian Kuehl on Ag Tax Bill and Future of the Farm Bill
We’re reporting from Commodity Classic this week, where Sabrina talks with Brian Kuehl about a tax bill that’s important to agriculture and the future of the farm bill. Each week…