…Despite the proven success of these initiatives, funding has stagnated since the mid-2000s, threatening future advancements. “Dr. Brennan’s work has directly helped regional producers implement good soil health practices,” said…
CDFW Now Accepting Applications for Wolf-Livestock Loss Compensation Program
DepositPhotos image The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is now accepting applications for direct loss compensation under the Wolf-Livestock Compensation Program (WLCP). Livestock producers who have experienced confirmed…
Xerces Society’s 2023 Efforts Highlight Pollinator and Habitat Protection
…agricultural producers to plant wildflowers, cover crops, and hedgerows, promoting biodiversity and improving soil health. This approach also helps manage pests and supports the resilience of farming operations. Xerces continued…
Cattle Don’t Spread Cheatgrass According to New Study
…helps manage cheatgrass, not spread it.” Kaitlynn Glover, PLC’s Executive Director, says the study confirms what ranchers have known for years: removing livestock leads to more cheatgrass, not less. “When…
NRCS Announces $1.5 Billion for Conservation Projects Aimed at Climate Action and Resource Protection
…as a model public-private partnership supporting natural resource protection and climate resilience. Projects include innovative technologies to reduce livestock methane emissions, water conservation initiatives to address drought in the West,…
Farmers’ Optimism Rose Ahead of U.S. Election, Purdue Ag Economy Barometer Shows
…producers possessing a less pessimistic view of the U.S. agricultural economy. For example, the percentage of producers who expect bad times for the U.S. agricultural economy in the upcoming year…
New Legislation Aims to Support Farmers’ Financial Needs for 2024
…Endorsed by major agricultural groups like the National Sorghum Producers, the legislation proposes economic assistance targeted for the 2024 crop year. Under the FARM Act, payment calculations would be based…
Wine Industry Faces Challenges Over Tariffs and Distribution Rules
…networks, financial pressures on distributors can reduce access to markets for smaller U.S. wine producers. “During the last round of tariffs in 2019, we saw 25% duties put on most…
California Dairies, Inc. Shuts Down Los Banos Facility
…later merged with Danish Creamery and California Milk Producers in 1999 to form CDI. Despite the closure, CDI will maintain a strong presence across California and globally. The cooperative is…
Global Demand for Tree Nuts Shifts as Top Markets Drive Trade
…and 62% of pistachios. However, U.S. producers face growing competition, particularly from China and Chile, in walnut markets. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1, 2024 Protecting Your Operation…
NCBA Pushes for Tax Policy Stability as Expiration of Tax Cuts Looms
…producers a “steady, consistent goal.” “Set those goal posts at the end of the field where we know what to aim for. When you’re constantly moving the target, it’s tough…
Study Warns U.S.-China Trade War Could Harm Farmers and Boost Rivals
…may be impossible for American producers to reclaim. ASA and NCGA leaders caution against launching a new trade war, saying it could deepen financial challenges for U.S. farmers. “Tariffs can…
American Agriculture History Minute: Cooperative Extension Service Created
…enabled producers and their families to receive help in agricultural production, livestock health, home economics. It also included in that Cooperative Extension Service a charter working with young boys and…
FSA Updates Loan Assistance Tool to Support Lenders
…The LAT provides an interactive, step-by-step guide, allowing users to identify themselves as producers or lenders or proceed directly to the loan application process. With these improvements, lenders now have…