Around the state, 2020 crop and livestock reports are starting to be released. Tulare County Agriculture Commissioner Tom Tucker says interagency and multi-sector collaboration go into creating the reports. The…
Week in Review: HLB Quarantine Expands & New Preharvest Testing for Leafy Greens
…Agreement Board recently adopted preharvest testing requirements for members. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently visited California, meeting with growers, industry groups, and state officials to learn about the challenges…
New USDA Reports Aimed at Increasing Cattle Market Transparency
…increased at the same rate. Our new reports on formula transactions will bring needed clarity to the marketplace.” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “Also, in the…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 08-10-21
…working outdoors, Sec. Vilsack hearing from Valley growers about challenges facing the industry, and an initiative to help dairy and cattle communities access drought resources. Tune in to the show…
Citrus Producers Encouraged to Engage with Grower Liaisons
…County growers will be working with Tom Mullen. Cressida Silvers will be the liaison for growers in Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Ventura counties. Listen to the radio report…
Secretary Vilsack Talks Drought, Trade, and Labor at Fresno County Farm
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack visited California this week, meeting with growers, industry groups, and state officials to learn about the challenges facing agriculture. During his stop at Terranova Ranch…
Plans for Revising the WOTUS Definition Moving Forward
…ground,” said U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. “The engagement in the coming months is important and I encourage all stakeholders to provide their experiences and views in order to…
New Program Helps Heirs Resolve Land Ownership and Succession Issues
…and cultural areas, many Black farmers and other groups who have experienced historic discrimination have inherited heirs’ property,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “USDA is committed…
Challenges Hurdling Guest Worker Programs
This week lawmakers addressed border security, immigration reform and and challenges with securing a reliable farm workforce. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack talked about the current farm guest workers program challenges…
Livestock Producers Suffering Pandemic Losses Have New Assistance Program
…of the supply chain to our food supply,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “Many livestock producers had to make the unfortunate decision to depopulate their livestock…
Improving Rural Broadband Access with Interagency Agreement
…Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “This is why, under the leadership of President Biden and Vice President Harris, USDA remains committed to being a strong partner with rural…
Made in the USA Standards Strengthened with Federal Announcements
…review of the “Product of USA” label that will, among other things, help us to determine what that label means to consumers,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news…
Week in Review: Roundtable Addresses Farm Labor, Proposed Tax Changes Have Costly Implications
A recent farm labor reform roundtable brought together Senate leadership, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, and farm and farmworker organizations. Table olive industry members are looking to keep the crop competitive…
New USDA Grant Program to Increase Processing Capacity
…the country,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “Through MPIRG, meat and poultry slaughter and processing facilities can cover the costs for necessary improvements to achieve a…