…markets. “The biggest one by far is China and Hong Kong,” said Brittney Goodrich, Assistant Cooperative Extension Specialist of Agricultural and Resource Economics with UC Davis. “Maintaining those good trade…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 03-06-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show learn why maintaining good trade relations with China is imperative for California pistachios…
Ag Trade Caucus Urges Reduction of Trade Barriers Holding Back Producers
The recently launched bipartisan Congressional Agricultural Trade Caucus is leading an effort to urge the Biden Administration to prioritize agriculture in its trade agenda by reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers…
LandFlex Helping Improve Sustainable Groundwater Usage, But Needs Additional Support
…sustainability by 2040. Since its pilot phase in 2023, LandFlex has expedited sustainable practices by employing resources in seven GSAs, amounting to 84,000 acre-feet of retired land, says Aubrey Bettencourt,…
Almond Update: Promoting Almonds as A Versatile Food Ingredient
…of Trade Marketing and Stewardship, underscored the importance of these events in shaping the future of almond usage in the food industry. “Attending events like Natural Products Expo West and…
Angola as Agricultural Trade Mission Destination
Shutterstock image USDA’s inaugural ag trade mission for the year takes place this week in Angola, with participants hoping to expand sales of their respective products within that African market….
NRCS Seeks Cooperative Agreement Proposals Through April 3
…$1 million available for each of the two agreement opportunities that are offered: Cooperative Agreements (no funding match required) and Contribution Agreements (requiring a 1:1 funding match). Proposals should address…
Last Chance to Sign Up for The Organic Transition Initiative From NRCS
…assisting farmers with transitioning operations. While the national deadline is extended to March 1, 2024, state ranking dates may vary. California producers can apply at local NRCS Service Centers by…
World Ag Expo® Kicks Off in Tulare, CA
Image courtesy of International Agri-Center®/World Ag Expo® (International Agri-Center®/World Ag Expo®/Tulare, CA/Feb. 13, 2024) – World Ag Expo® returns live for its 57th show on Tuesday, February 13, in Tulare, California….
Agricultural Trade Caucus to Support Better Market Access and Improved Policy
…our country produces,” said Representative Panetta. Central to the caucus’s agenda is addressing mounting concerns over agricultural trade deficits and overreliance on specific markets. By advocating for enforceable trade agreements…
Final ERP Payments Being Distributed by USDA
…ERP Phase One payments based on crop insurance indemnities. Initially set at a 75 percent payment factor, FSA has now increased this to 78.5 percent for those producers with crop…
AgNet Weekly: USDA Specialty Crop Initiatives
…Scott on Farm Bill, Trade, Labor, and more – AgNet Weekly with Sabrina Halvorson April 13, 2024: Representative Austin Scott on Farm Bill, Trade, Labor, and more 13:03 April 6,…
Tax Relief Bill Passed in House Will Support Farming Businesses
…has garnered support from hundreds of national trade associations representing a variety of industries. A letter sent to Congressional leaders, signed by 261 trade groups, highlights the importance of the…
Federal Investments to Support U.S. Specialty Crops
…the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to supporting the specialty crops industry, contributing to rural communities, and ensuring market access for American products. The grants target diverse areas, from trade and regulatory…