…UC SAREP, Gen Z’s relationship with Food and weather problems around the US. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet…
Study Shows Gen Z’s Relationship with Food is Complicated
Gen Z is called the foodie generation, but recent research shows a darker side to their relationship with food. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Photo by Becca…
Income Spent on Food Increases
…and other retailers in 2022 and 5.64 percent on food at restaurants, fast-food establishments, schools, and other places offering food away from home. In 2022, the share spent on total…
Free Online Training for Phosphorus Management
…now freely available to farmers, engineers, environmental consultants and others interested in designing on-farm systems to remove phosphorus from field runoff or subsurface drainage. Available on the Internet, the modules…
Study Shows Positive Economic Impact of Soil Health
…The study shows farmers can build resilience across a diversity of soil types, geographies, and cropping systems. Among the key findings across 29 farms, Soil Health Management Systems increased net…
Week in Review: New Tomato Cost Study Available & New Canadian Import Requirements for Lettuce
…season. EPA Administrator Michael Regan noted that the Clean Air Act highlights Congress’ concern regarding attempts by manufacturers to impede the ability to repair equipment. Blue Diamond Growers is expanding…
Financial Assistance Available to Farm Loan Borrowers
…In the Biden-Harris administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access to…
AFBF Partners with Escoffier
…culinary arts and agriculture. “It makes sense for those that grow the food to be able to help teach the ones that help prepare the food. I see it educating,…
More Time Requested for Review of EPA’s Vulnerable Species Pilot Program
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a draft white paper in support of its Vulnerable Species Pilot program. EPA identified mitigation measures for 27 species that are considered vulnerable…
Almond Update: Almond Conference Registration Opening Soon
…almonds.com/conference and you just click the registration tab and that will take you directly to the page to register. Once again, the conference is free for all attendees,” Bailey noted….
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-09-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the EPA’s clarification on the Right to Repair issue, organic fresh produce sales…
Executive Order Expedites Levee Repair and Prepares for the Next Wet Season
…regulations, and criteria specified in existing orders. These suspensions will still need to adhere to designated environmental and resource protection requirements. The order emphasizes its dedication to environmental preservation by…
Clean Air Act Does Not Impede the Right to Repair
The Clean Air Act (CCA) does not prevent farmers and independent businesses from making repairs to farming equipment. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan made that clear in a…
Nearly $2 Million Available for IPM Research and Outreach
…adoption of proven IPM systems or practices. Grant applications will be accepted through January 18, 2024. “To accelerate the systemwide adoption of sustainable pest management across the state, we need…
