…both locally and nationally. “Cooperatives provide countless business services to rural America. As a child, I used to go to a cooperative health clinic on occasion that my dad was…
More Than $1.77 Billion Paid Out Through Conservation Reserve Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allocated over $1.77 billion this year for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). With more than 667,000 participants, CRP has dispersed payments to farmers…
Groundwater Recharge Legislation Takes Effect January 1, 2024
…Senator Angelique V. Ashby. It was co-sponsored by the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG). This bill empowers the Newsom Administration and future governors to implement long-term strategies, including regulations…
New Animal Disease Early Detection Partnership
…at the threats both nationally and internationally,” said Christy Loiacano, coordinator of the National Animal Health Laboratory network, with the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. “Do risk assessments…
AgNet Weekly: Farmer in Favor of OFF Act
In a recent story for Southeast AgNet and AgNet West, Sabrina Halvorson talked with a representative of the National Cattlemens Beef Association on why they’re against the Opportunities for Fairness…
Week in Review: Tulare Ag Takes #1 Spot & New Report Recaps 2023 Water Year
…that it is the worst year the industry has seen for lygus. Farmers and ranchers are encouraged to stay on top of notices from the California Air Resources Board. Stay…
Feds Feed Families Program Milestone
…Families Program Milestone Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative…
Battle over Tomato Suspension Agreement
…or fines for these tomatoes will lead to that nation sending us less product. The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA), which is an association of businesses that import…
Positive Outlook for Walnut Industry with Price Recommendation
…Director, Jonathan Field stresses the importance of industry collaboration to help walnut growers return to profitable levels. Most California walnut farmers need to receive at least 60 to 80 cents…
Conservation Reserve Program Pays Over $1.77 Billion
…future generations,” Vilsack adds. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Conservation Reserve Program Pays Over $1.77 Billion Sabrina Halvorson…
CIAO Standards Act to Streamline Revisions to Organic Standards
…organic groups led by OTA. Other supporters include the National Organic Coalition, the Organic Farmers Association, the Organic Produce Association, and the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance. International Fresh Produce…
Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Prices Decline After Volatile Week
…Israel. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Prices Decline After Volatile Week Sabrina Halvorson National…
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…
USDA Organic Transition Program Celebrates First Year
…that are partnering with others to provide technical assistance and support for transitioning and existing organic farmers. USDA Undersecretary Jenny Lester Moffitt says the program offers several benefits for growers….