…necessitating a modernized approach. The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) celebrated the extension, emphasizing its importance in sustaining key programs that aid farmers in accessing organic markets and agricultural education….
Organic Fresh Produce Continues Making Gains in Sales and Volume
…the same period last year. Tom Barnes, CEO of Category Partners, noted that the slight outpacing of organic produce volume over conventional produce reflects consumer interest in healthier and sustainable…
More Groundwater Sustainability Plans Approved
The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has issued determinations on groundwater sustainability plans (GSPs) for 17 non-critically overdrafted basins. Guided by the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA), the DWR evaluates…
Lawmakers Seek Engagement on Almond Tariff Increases in Turkey
…direct hit to the livelihoods of thousands of American families,” CEO and President of the Almond Alliance, Aubrey Bettencourt said in a statement. “We’ve worked hard to build a sustainable…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 10-26-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CDFA funding a CAPCA sustainable pest management project, muddy definitions in the Clean…
Groundwater Recharge Legislation Takes Effect January 1, 2024
…and funding, to address the impacts of climate change on the state’s water supply. “SB 659 represents the most significant effort since creation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act in…
October Report Details Water Recharge Capacity for Water Year 2023
…remains for future dry periods. Subsidence is anticipated to rise unless sustained efforts to reduce long-term groundwater extraction are implemented under ongoing sustainable groundwater management. The Tulare Lake Hydrologic Region…
Economists Discuss Additional Revenue Streams in Agriculture
…a study done and as we look over the next five years of potential for sustainable aviation fuel, the trend in yield growth that we can expect from corn alone…
Dairy Checkoff’s Pizza Partnerships Growing Cheese Sales
…then, we always have that lens – is it going to drive incremental sustainable sales for our farmers – that’s our focus.” Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours…
Lawmakers Seek Fresh Produce Procurement Reform
…by groups including the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC), International Fresh Produce Association, and Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance. “The Fresh Produce Procurement Reform Act is an important piece of…
Grant Applications for Proactive IPM Solutions Program Due October 11
…become established. The ultimate goal is to reduce the long-term use of broad-spectrum pesticides, aligning with the Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap. Listen to the radio report below. Brian German Ag…
Additional Organic Dairy Assistance Offered Through New Program
…and Supplemental DMC, which have already delivered over $1 billion in benefits for the 2023 program year. “This program is critical to keeping small, organic dairies sustainable as they continue…
Next-Gen Institute for Digital Agriculture
…include developing and integrating analytical methods and digital technologies — like sensors, automation, and robots — that enhance food production and inform decision-making for sustainable and resilient systems. K-State President…
Week in Review: New Fusarium Threat to Strawberries & Citrus Season Starts with A Storm
The Draft Strategic Plan 2024-28 from the Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) reflects a sustainable pest management approach to the full scope of DPR responsibilities. The U.S. Department of Labor…