…needed for streamlined and cost-effective approval and monitoring.” Lawmakers and witnesses went over some of the areas that could be improved upon to help streamline innovation. Issues of regulatory hurdles,…
Almond Update: Mating Disruption Success Story in Latest Almond Journey Podcast
…navel orangeworm, the cost has actually come down a little bit. But the cost of making sprays, labor, diesel, all that stuff continues to go up,” Hillman noted. “So, if…
House Ag Committee Hearing on Supply Chain Disruptions
…costs, labor availability, the global fertilizer market, and more. The letter says, “The supply chains that are critical for inputs and sales of goods face multiple and simultaneous challenges, leading…
Despite Objections, State Water Board Votes to Increase Fees
…Roger Isom explained that fees are going up across the board. Producers are going to be seeing increased costs in several areas moving forward. “Directly, they’re going to see an…
Working Group Highlights Ag Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions
…to support supply chain policies that will allow U.S. farmers, ranchers, commodity handlers, processors, and food manufacturers to reliably deliver high-quality, cost-effective products to domestic and global consumers.” Labor is…
Higher Food Prices Should Ease a Bit in 2022
…to settle down. In response to the rising costs, the Social Security Administration announced its biggest cost-of-living increase in ten years at 5.9 percent, but there’s concern that it won’t…
VofV: What Happens When Your Co-Worker is a Robot?
…achieved his dream: to build a robot company that solves agriculture’s labor woes. Charlie’s company, Burro, recently raised $10.9 million Series A funding and plans to release 500 self-driving wheelbarrows…
NRCS Funding Opportunities Announced for Conservation Programs
…we encourage you to contact your local NRCS field office to learn more.” NRCS provides technical and financial assistance through various conservation programs. EQIP provides cost-share assistance for those deploying…
Supply Chain Challenges to Be Addressed Through Executive Order
…Newsom said in a press release. “My administration will continue to work with federal, state, labor and industry partners on innovative solutions to tackle immediate challenges while also bringing our…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 10-20-21
…the most recent citrus cost study and efforts to address black fig fly issues in California. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features and more….
VofV: Almond Evolution – Self-Pollinating Varieties, Rootstock Gene Editing, Labor-Saving Tech
…the almond’s major pain points. Think: labor-saving tech that eliminates a step in the harvest process, almond varieties that can pollinate themselves, recycling orchard biomass to significantly sequester carbon, and…
Citrus Cost Study Outlines Production in the San Joaquin Valley
…using low-volume irrigation. Production cost studies serve as an important tool for industry members. “If you’re a new grower you kind of want to know what it’s going to cost…
New Tool Helps Ranchers Estimate Assistance Covered Under ELAP
…know their share of feed costs for the year in instances where loads are split and will need to know the normal cost for feed. The ELAP Feed Transportation Producer…
Beat the odds with Atticus
…and your retailer evaluate geographical challenges, crop-specific needs and the land’s history to customize a specific combination of crop protection products is a good bet to drive success. “Cost is…