…shares. The move toward adoption of available and developing resources will be a process, but Clarke and Agri-techE are making the space to provide education and opportunity to the agricultural…
International Trade a Key Topic at Cattle Industry Convention
…gain insights on market trends and weather forecasts during the CattleFax Outlook Seminar, learn about the industry’s commitment to protecting environmental resources, supporting communities and creating an economically viable future…
Study Shows Rotational Grazing Adoption Varies by Region
A study sheds light on grazing practices around the nation. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Data published Monday by USDA’s Economic Research Service shows rotational grazing adoption…
California Snowpack Already Well Above April 1 Average
COURTESY: California Department of Water Resources Readings from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) indicate that three weeks of storms have brought significant improvements to the California snowpack. At…
Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance Details 2023 Farm Bill Priorities
…the specialty crop industry through proportional and adequate farm bill resources is also a central aspect of SCFBA priorities. SCFBA also encourages sustained federal investment into research to ensure the…
USDA Investment in Rural Electric Infrastructure
…and cooperatives install and upgrade smart grid technologies. Smart grid can be a catalyst for broadband and other telecommunications services in unserved and underserved rural areas in addition to improving…
Two Top Ag and Food Safety Officials Stepping Down
…2021 and already had a working history with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “Her service, presence and leadership will be sorely missed. She has been an incredible partner over the last…
2022 Census of Agriculture Due Soon
…Census of Agriculture Due Soon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OuAtjWog2gM&t=7s Why is the 2022 #AgCensus so important? Kevin Barnes, associate administrator of USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service, urges producers to respond to the 2022…
SWP Allocation Increased to 30 Percent After Weeks of Storms
In response to improved hydrological conditions, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) has updated State Water Project (SWP) deliveries. The SWP allocation has now been increased to 30 percent, after…
State Unveils Roadmap for Reducing Pesticide Use
…in the roadmap. However, the implementation of these recommendations will ensure an abundant and healthful food supply, protect our natural resources, and create healthy, resilient communities.” The Roadmap was developed…
Grant Money Available for Urban Ag
A new opportunity for grant money from the USDA. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Courtesy USDA/Natural Resources Conservation Service The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making…
Substantial Consolidation in Retail Food Market Since 1990
…over the last three decades, according to data from USDA’s Economic Research Service. Market concentration, as measured by the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index, is a measure of the extent to which market…
Senate Ag Plans Hearings on Farm Bill Trade and Horticulture Titles
…upcoming hearings: February 9 on Commodity Programs, Crop Insurance and Credit, February 16 on Nutrition Programs, and March 1 on Conservation and Forestry Programs. All hearings will be held in…
Time Running Out to Apply for 2022 Food Safety Certification Assistance
…for Specialty Crops (FSCSC) program for eligible 2022 costs through January 31. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is making up to $200 million available to eligible producers through the program….