…the Farm Service Agency has received more than 900 requests for assistance from five counties alone. Monterey and San Luis Obispo counties represent roughly two-thirds of that total. The coalition…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 04-27-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the EPA seeking to rollback worker protection standards, tactics to catching ag thieves,…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 04-25-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details on the Western Agricultural Environmental Law conference, open enrollment period for the…
New NIFA Director to Begin in May
…the agency’s work in advancing agricultural research, education, and extension to solve societal challenges. Dr. Misra will start his new role on Monday, May 8, 2023. “Dr. Misra is an…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 04-24-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a recap of CFBF’s Legislative Day, a new law under EPA’s pesticide assessment…
Signups for Grassland CRP Open Through May 26
…Farm Service Agency Administrator, Zach Ducheneaux said in a press release. “The strength of this program lies in its many benefits — through annual rental payments, the program helps producers…
Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Open to Public
…report, along with public comments and agency feedback, will inform HHS and USDA’s development of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025-2030. More details on the Dietary Guidelines development process can…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 04-18-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the details of the EPA’s revisions to the worker protection standard, how the…
Week in Review: Monterey Still Assessing March Storm Damage & More WOTUS Developments
…has now been stopped in a total of 26 states. EPA plans to modernize the ESA workplan to address certain compliance issues and growers are encouraged to prepare now for…
USDA Investment in Rural Renewable Energy
…tons a year. The investments support the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to making environmental justice a part of every agency’s mission to address the disproportionate health, environmental, economic and climate impacts…
Federal Injunction Stops WOTUS Rule in Another 24 States
…of farmers and ranchers who simply want clear rules. “Two District Courts have now acknowledged the new rule likely oversteps EPA’s authority under the Clean Water Act. With the rule…
Almond Matters: Remaining Vigilant with Alternaria Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., Alternaria management could prove exceptionally difficult this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said environmental conditions…
NRCS Invests to Assist Producers Transitioning to Organic Production
The NRCS is investing $75 million to assist producers transitioning to organic production. As part of the multi-agency Organic Transition Initiative (OTI), USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will dedicate…
Ford Keeping AM Radios in Commercial Vehicles
…of the eight are signaling any second thoughts despite the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s push about the critical role AM plays in delivering public safety information especially in rural areas….
