There are a number of factors to consider when declaring a state of emergency. After a dry water year, little to zero water allocations, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack declaring drought…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 04-19-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Rep. Valadao questioning Vilsack’s cancelation of the Farmer’s to…
Farmers to Families Food Box Program to End in May
…provided more than 150 million food boxes to communities across the country. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently spoke on the issue during a recent hearing with the House Agriculture Appropriations…
Still Time to Submit Comment on Farmer-and Rancher-Led Climate Solutions
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USDA Investing More Than $330 Million in Pandemic Assistance
…our promise,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in wide-ranging impacts that were felt throughout the agricultural sector. The Biden-Harris Administration is focused…
Almond Update: What’s the State’s Role in California Pollinator Coalition?
Last week, the California Pollinator Coalition was announced to the industry. Three groups will headline the efforts, one of which being the California Department of Food and Agriculture. California Ag Secretary Karen…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-14-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering an upcoming decision on Ag Order 4.0, employers operating…
Concerns Over Mexico’s Trade Policies Heightened
…agriculture. Last month a group of agricultural organizations detailed challenges they are encountering in a letter sent to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Obstacles for potato and dairy exports…
Biden’s Proposed Budget Brings Added Support to USDA
…ever before,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “This is our moment to solve big challenges by acting boldly—to close the broadband gap facing rural America; to…
Conservation Easements Reach Milestone of Five Million Acres
…recreational benefits to rural America,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a news release. “We celebrate their efforts in helping us protect sensitive lands, create jobs, expand access to…
Federal Agencies Asked to Address California Wildfire Problems
…and the U.S. Department of the Interior to assist in wildfire mitigation efforts. In a letter addressed to Agriculture Secretary Vilsack and Interior Secretary Haaland, the group highlights the need…
American Jobs Plan to Improve Broadband and Water Infrastructure
…current infrastructure needs and invests in a brighter future,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “It is clear in the American Jobs Plan that USDA is central…
Dismal Snowpack Survey Reflects Third Driest Year on Record
…Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack recently declared all California counties natural disaster areas due to drought. Water allocations have also been disappointing for farmers in recent weeks. DWR lowered water…
Pressure is Rising to Reinstate the Organic Animal Welfare Rule
…administration.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants July 11, 2024 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products July…