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
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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
In a landmark move, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is allocating over $1 billion to the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), ushering in a new era of conservation on…
Lawmakers Discuss Farm Bill Extension
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AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-08-23
…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 Valley. Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Educators to Receive Immersive AFBF Convention Experience
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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
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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…
Second Annual FFA Future Leaders Fundraising Drive Underway
…will generate $5,000 scholarships for students attending trade schools and two-year colleges to pursue a skilled trade or agriculture-related field. There will also be $10,000 scholarships for students pursuing agriculture-related…
Almond Industry Gatherings Prove to Be Insightful
In a recent series of industry gatherings, the Almond Board of California’s (ABC) Board of Directors, alongside President and CEO Clarice Turner, embarked on an enlightening eight-stop listening tour throughout…