Courtesy of USDA The online registration page is now available for the Agriculture Department’s 101st edition of its Ag Outlook Forum scheduled in late February 2025. Rod Bain reports. USDA…
USDA to Gather 2024 Crop Data from California Producers
…provide valuable insights for the agricultural industry, aiding in export potential assessments and calculating crop supplies for the coming marketing year. Producers can submit their responses online at agcounts.usda.gov, by…
USDA Workshop Sets Research Roadmap for Tackling PFAS Challenges in Agriculture
…with the University of Maine and the Center of Excellence for Environmental Monitoring and Mitigation, ARS hosted a three-day workshop with over 150 experts to develop a research roadmap for…
Vineyard Team Announces 2024 Sustainable Ag Expo Program Lineup
…more than 20 continuing education hours through online and in-person sessions. The Expo will feature leading experts from UC Davis, Oregon State University, Cal Poly, and UC Berkeley, sharing the…
New Ag Literacy Resource Highlights U.S. Food and Farm Facts
…per 100 copies. An online learning module based on the book will launch later this fall. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist,…
Almond Board Launches New Learning Hub for Industry Professionals
DepositPhotos image The Almond Board of California has introduced a new online platform called the Almond Learning Hub, offering continuing education opportunities and resources for almond growers and industry professionals….
California Releases 2023 Air Monitoring Report on Pesticide Levels
…regulations went into effect in January 2024, further restricting the use of 1,3-dichloropropene. The public can provide feedback on the report until November 12 through the DPR’s online portal. DPR…
Applications Now Open for OFRF’s 2025 Farmer-Led Trials Program
…invited to join a free online Farmer Forum on October 29 at 1 p.m. ET. Four current FLT participants will present their research and discuss the program’s impact on their…
Video: Secretary Vilsack On USDA Efforts for Farmers and Communities Affected by Hurricanes
…support, and crop insurance flexibility. Vilsack urged farmers to document their losses as thoroughly as possible and seek help through USDA offices or online disaster assistance tools. With the USDA…
San Joaquin Valley Grape Symposium Set for January 2025
…Zhuang, UCCE Viticulture Advisor, and experts from USDA and UC Davis. Registration opens at 7:00 AM, with sessions running through the morning. Continuing education credits are available for participants. Online…
Comment Period Closes Sept 30 for National Organic Standards Board Meeting
…Prohibited Substances and Organic Policies. The upcoming meeting will be held both in person and broadcasted online via Zoom. The public can give feedback either by submitting written comments or…
Promoting Farm Safety
An online source to promote farm safety. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. By SimpleFoto/DepositPhotos image An online source provides information on injuries on the farm and in…
Central Coast Rangeland Coalition Fall Workshop October 17
By kojoty/DepositPhotos image UC Cooperative Extension and Cal Poly are hosting the Central Coast Rangeland Coalition Fall Workshop next month in San Luis Obispo. The Rangeland Restoration and Improvement Workshop…
Online Debt Consolidation Tool to Help with Financial Viability for Farmers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has introduced a new online resource called the Debt Consolidation Tool. The new tool allows farmers and ranchers to input their existing farm operating…