California’s flagship climate program, the Healthy Soils Program (HSP) is facing a significant funding setback after errors were found in the state’s budget by the Department of Finance. The California…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 11-09-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes information on California joining other states in a lawsuit against Agri Stats. Tune…
Almond Update: 2024 Almond Leadership Program Taking Applications
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is currently accepting applications for the 2024 Almond Leadership Program. Individuals associated with the almond industry have until December 8 to submit an application….
Shifting Consumer Demand for Dairy Foods Fuels Butterfat Boom
…speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour and The AgNet Weekly podcast. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central…
A ‘Wild Ride’ for Almond Growers Dealing with Pest and Disease Challenges
…in orchards. Caffrey suggests that almond growers prepare for another year of substantial disease issues, especially if California experiences another wet winter. “I think now that people are seeing some…
Substantial Funding Increase Helps Boost RCPP Improvements
…agricultural lands. This historic investment, a result of both the Inflation Reduction Act and the Farm Bill, signifies a crucial step towards supporting climate-smart agriculture and strengthening public-private partnerships. Recognizing…
Lawmakers Discuss Farm Bill Extension
…focus is on continuing resolution appropriation measures,” he said. “Those of us on the committee are frustrated, as the American farmer is, our farm family is, and I personally want…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-08-23
…ag pest that could cause problems for some growers in California, and an interview with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
Educators to Receive Immersive AFBF Convention Experience
Educators will get full farm bureau convention experience. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture and Nationwide have teamed up to bring…
Nearly Double the Acreage for California Rice Farmers This Year
California rice farmers are celebrating a robust harvest, thanks largely to water availability, according to Tim Johnson, President and CEO of the California Rice Commission. Johnson expressed his satisfaction, stating,…
Conservation Investments Highlighted at California Dairy
…were recently highlighted at an event at Maddox Dairy in Riverdale, California. During a visit to the farm, USDA Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation, Robert Bonnie noted the…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 11-07-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes reaction to the latest chlorpyrifos ruling, Canada’s livestock industry’s pushback against California’s Prop…
New Proposal for Management of Colorado River Reservoirs
The Biden-Harris administration is taking steps to safeguard the Colorado River System amid ongoing drought and climate impacts. The Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Reclamation released a revised plan…
Second Annual FFA Future Leaders Fundraising Drive Underway
…four-year majors. After a successful 2022, the foundation can’t wait to see what happens this year. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of…