…Management Agency (RMA) is specifically for plants grown in fully enclosed controlled environments and provides coverage against plant diseases subject to destruction orders. Available beginning in the 2024 crop year,…
More Than $100 Million Available for California Conservation
…NRCS California is streamlining conservation applications for the NAQI and Conservation Plan Activities through ACT NOW. The platform facilitates faster approval and obligation of ranked applications. Selections are made weekly,…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 10-03-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers opposition to the EATS Act, CDFA awarding $3.7 mil for climate smart tech…
DWR Taking Public Comment on California Water Plan Update 2023
…for in-person and online attendance. The comprehensive plan is meant to guide water managers such as water districts, cities, counties, and Tribal communities. Updates to the plan are based on…
Additional Organic Dairy Assistance Offered Through New Program
…to weather a combination of challenges outside of their control,” Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Zach Ducheneaux said in a press release. “In total, the Farm Service Agency is providing…
Quality Reports Detail Western Wheat Crop Conditions
…noted the 2022-23 season had above-average precipitation levels in California’s primary wheat-growing regions. These wet early-season conditions had an impact on planting schedules, causing some crops to be planted later…
Sesame Added To FDA Allergen Program
Working to make food safer for those with allergies. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by beauty_of_nature from Pixabay Millions of Americans have food allergies and could…
Pistachio Production Poised for Significant Gains in Coming Years
Pistachio production is expected to experience significant growth over the next 10 years, according to a recent report commissioned by American Pistachio Growers (APG). Acreage in California is projected to…
New Grant Program Seeks to Address Workforce Challenges
…and Protection Pilot Program (FLSP Program), with up to $65 million in grants, is being made available by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in collaboration with other federal agencies….
Egyptian Citrus in the U.S. Would Be ‘Calamity’ for California Growers
…U.S. is where the majority of the industry’s marketing efforts are focused. Egyptian citrus moving into the U.S. would have a significant impact on the competitiveness of American producers. “With…
Wheat Industry Supports the American Farmers Feed the World Act
…Lentil Council, the North American Millers’ Association, and the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) in applauding the bill’s introduction. “The American Farmers Feed the World Act empowers American wheat…
California Peach Crop Surpasses Early Season Expectations
…based on worm infestations. Hunter said that low nut prices might have resulted in some operations forgoing crop protection applications, potentially impacting peach orchards. “Navel orangeworm got heavier in the…
USDA Expands Efforts to Prevent and Reduce Food Waste
The Department of Agriculture Wednesday announced an additional $25 million investment to expand efforts to prevent and reduce food loss and waste. The investment, funded under the American Rescue Plan…
Week in Review: New Fusarium Threat to Strawberries & Citrus Season Starts with A Storm
The Draft Strategic Plan 2024-28 from the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) reflects a sustainable pest management approach to the full scope of DPR responsibilities. The U.S. Department of Labor…
