U.S. Department of Agriculture meteorologist, Brad Rippey explained that it looks like a strong start to the season so far. Quality Assurance and Public Relations Manager for Divine Flavor, Michael…
Ag Groups Encouraged by Affordable and Secure Food Act Introduction
…modernize the application process, and lower the cost of rural housing for farm workers. More than a dozen agricultural organizations including the National Farmers Union and National Milk Producers Federation…
Experience and Education Critical for Adapting to Agricultural Challenges
…and organic production systems has helped them to overcome a variety of agricultural challenges. DuPuis noted that working with industry experts, continuing to learn new production techniques, and incorporating them…
Deadline to Enroll in Dairy Margin Coverage Has Been Extended
…let this second chance slide.” The voluntary risk management program offers a certain level of protection for dairy producers for when differences between the all-milk price and feed prices drop…
Farm Income Rising
…production expenses are forecast to increase by almost 19 percent in 2023,” she said. Nigh says USDA projects increases in cash receipts for both crops and livestock. “On the crops…
California Could Lose Ground in Autonomous Farming Equipment Development
…of the early-stage research and development will likely continue to take place in California. But Duflock said that once companies move into testing and production, they are likely to undertake…
MSOB: Industry Effort to Increase Availability and Adoption of Biologicals
…crops and fruits and vegetables to tree nuts, vines, and greenhouse production – operate more sustainably while increasing their return on investment. For educational webinars and biological IPM programs, visit…
Industry Members Work to Expand Trade Opportunities in Spain
…marketing edge over other export suppliers, as the U.S. continues to expand its sustainable agriculture production efforts.” The trip is taking place from November 29 through December and is the…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 11-25-22
…a role in the biocontrol of grape leafhopper and addressing fusarium in celery production in the Ventura area. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and…
Proposed WIC Change Would Decrease Access to Dairy Products
A proposed change to WIC could mean less dairy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA)…
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Doubles Participation from Last Year
…be quite beneficial in almond production. “It’s really exciting to see how more growers are taking advantage of not only the free seed but also the great technical assistance. This…
American Lamb Board Sustainability Report
…including intensive production, intensive grazing, extensive grazing, range, and feedlots. The study identified the major production factors contributing to GHG emissions in US sheep production, which will guide the development…
MSOB: Understanding Beneficial Habitat for Biological Control in Vineyards
…and fruits and vegetables to tree nuts, vines, and greenhouse production – operate more sustainably while increasing their return on investment. For educational webinars and biological IPM programs, visit MarroneBio.com….
Farmer Input Sought on Funding Priorities for the Inflation Reduction Act
…production. NRCS is also seeking ideas for how to further streamline and improve program delivery to increase efficiencies and expand program access for producers, especially underserved producers. Public comments can…