…in California, with a push towards mechanization. A report from the Texas A&M University Agriculture and Food Policy Center details the costly implications of the proposed tax changes being considered…
Almond Matters: Pre-Hull Split Pest Management
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, most growers are in the middle of their pre-hull split pest management programs. Warm temperatures over the past week have amplified…
Pandemic Assistance for Producers Initiative Bringing Additional Aid
Additional support for agricultural producers and businesses will be made available through the Pandemic Assistance for Producers initiative. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be implementing the additional assistance…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 06-21-21
…tax changes, industry members and lawmakers meet to discuss an immigration bill in the Senate and how $4 million is going to strengthen the food supply chain. Tune in to…
Report Details Costly Implications of Proposed Tax Changes
A report from the Texas A&M University Agriculture and Food Policy Center (AFPC) details the costly implications of the proposed tax changes being considered by Congress. Some of the tax…
CLEAR30 Program Goes Nationwide with Recent Announcement
…available called the Clean Lakes, Estuaries, And Rivers initiative, or CLEAR30. The initiative is a 30-year contract option for efforts focused on water quality. Those with CRP contracts set to…
Producers Have Until July 23 to Apply for CRP General
…year. Improved incentives for producers are being made available to increase conservation benefits, including those related to climate change. “We are excited to roll out our new and improved CRP…
Build Back Better Initiative Supports Food System With $4 Billion Investment
…this initiative gains traction across the country.” The Build Back Better initiative focuses on four key areas of the food system. Efforts will strengthen food production, food processing, food distribution…
USDA to Invest $1 Billion to Address Food Security
…Back Better initiative to develop a better overall food system. “Hunger is on the decline thanks to aggressive action by the Biden-Harris Administration, but we must do more to improve…
Almond Matters: Planning for Pre-Hull Split Applications
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers will want to be making their plans for pre-hull split applications. Getting timely applications onto trees prior to hull split…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 06-09-21
…but domestic producers face challenges and taking action plans for pre-hull split in almond orchards. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Listen to…
Research Looks at Grapevine Red Blotch Virus Effects on Wine Quality
…aiming to better understand how red blotch virus interferes with the development of important compounds impacting flavor profile. “Red blotch and leaf roll inhibit the formation of many of those…
New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers
…FSA by June 15 in order to receive the benefits under the program. The new cover crop program is a component of USDA’s $6 billion Pandemic Assistance for Producers initiative….
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 06-08-21
…FARMER funding important for SJV producers and NIFA investing $14.5 Million through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and…