…years. “And then have a good farm bill that funds the commodity programs and then nutrition programs in a rational, reasonable way,” Duarte said. “Then we’ve got something. But that’s…
Incentive Programs Helping Cover Crops Thrive in Central Valley
…that did not receive irrigation prior to planting Incentive programs are a vital component to enable farmers to implement new production approaches in their operations. Vice President of Matoian Brothers,…
Ag and Rural Funding in the President’s Budget Request
…of $3.8 billion is proposed for research, education, and economics programs. It specifically provides $321 million for USDA’s core climate-related research and development activities. The goal is to support the…
California Citrus Farmers Anticipate a Good Year Despite Several Challenges
…around $18 million a year to fight pests and implement management programs. RESOURCES FOR GROWERS Bates encourages California citrus farmers to look to certain agencies for support, including CCM, which…
State of the Farm Safety Net Deemed ‘Unsustainable’ in Recent Report
…the distribution of public funds in crop insurance, commodity programs, and disaster assistance from 2017 to 2022. Totaling over $142 billion, these funds primarily benefit the Midwest and Great Plains…
ARC and PLC Deadline for 2024 Crop Year Quickly Approaching
Producers have until March 15 to enroll in USDA’s Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2024 crop year. These programs offer income support to…
AMS Grant Programs Available
USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is now accepting applications for three grant programs, each with a unique focal point in promoting, marketing, and securing products. Under Secretary for Marketing and…
Funding Announced for Renewable Tech in Ag
…program here. Funding Announced for Renewable Tech in Ag (USDA-DOE/WASHINGTON, D.C./Feb 26, 2024) — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today are launching…
USDA Equity Commission Report Released
…which was published in February 2023 and highlights the work that USDA will continue to do to make its programs and service more equitable. “Over the past three years, under…
Efforts to Define ‘Regenerative Ag’ Move Forward with Listening Session Today
…Farming Act Science Advisory Panel. The group will work to develop a recommendation to define regenerative agriculture for the purpose of state policies and programs. As part of the development…
Producers Still Waiting for Dairy Margin Coverage Enrollment
…management programs opened back in December. FSA expects to complete the necessary software updates to the DMC program sometime in February or March. Producers are encouraged to pay close attention…
Vilsack Focuses on Farming’s Future Despite Protester
…same time, we’ve lost 165 million acres of farmland. Land that was once farmed that is no longer being farmed.” The Secretary detailed USDA programs that he says aim to…
Last Chance to Sign Up for The Organic Transition Initiative From NRCS
…February 16, 2024, with options for flexibility in assistance, including workshops and expert support. The OTI, supported by multi-agency USDA efforts, aims to provide comprehensive assistance, market development, and financial…
Pest Prevention Projects and PPA 7721
…Network Funding Program. And so, those two programs together we just call Plant Protection Act Section 7721 or PPA 7721 for short.” Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours…
