The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled enhancements to crop insurance offerings, benefitting small and diverse farmers. This upgrade affects the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) and Micro Farm insurance…
Dairy Checkoff Smoothie Program Expands
…than energy drinks, flavored water, juices and soft drinks with Gen Z consumers. Dairy Management Inc. partnered with Chartwells K12, a food management company that serves more than two million…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-30-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the EPA amending the WOTUS rule, ag groups urging presidential candidates to boost…
Disappointment with EPA’s Latest WOTUS Rule
A revised Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule has been released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army. The action comes after the U.S….
EPA Amends WOTUS Rule; NCBA Responds
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says in order to conform to the Supreme Court’s ruling in the Sackett v. EPA case, it and the U.S. Department of the Army are…
Agriculture Groups Pushing for More Trade Opportunities
…letter. “A continued emphasis on free and fair trade is vital to ensuring U.S. farmers and ranchers can grow and export enough food, feed, fiber, and fuel to supply the…
Efforts to Mitigate INSV Receive Additional Funding Support
Multiple entities are combining efforts to help address the threat of Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV). The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) is supporting work at UC Davis…
California Avocado Industry Remains Resilient Through Storm
…using environmentally friendly farming practices, ensuring worker well-being, contributing to healthy communities and maintaining economic viability. We expect the remaining crop to be available for retailers and foodservice operators who…
California to Fund 46 Specialty Crop Projects Through 2023 SCBGP
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) will be funding 46 specialty crop projects through grant support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Projects are aimed at bolstering…
USDA Network Protects Livestock
…a huge impact on our food supply. But it’s also about all the small producers, the livestock, the backyard livestock owners, and the people who keep chickens and pigs. It’s…
AgNet Weekly: EATS Act Part One
…Fires 13:44 March 23, 2024: Policy Expert Fran Miller 15:12 March 16, 2024 – Representative John Duarte (R-CA) 23:54 March 9, 2024: Greg Ruehle on Policy for Sorghum Producers 06:59…
Angola Trade Mission Application Window Extended to September 1
…both promising and often over-looked, and the USDA trade mission to Angola presents an incredible prospect for U.S. food and agriculture exporters to expand and explore new business opportunities,” Torres…
USDA Publishes Child Nutrition Program Integrity Final Rule
…rule impacts the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program, Summer Food Service Program, and Child and Adult Care Food Program. The final rule introduces targeted flexibilities…
Jim Jones to Lead FDA’s New Human Foods Program
…be taking the position with more than 30 years of experience, having held multiple positions in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Priority areas that Jones will be addressing through the…
