…Jeff Marvin, Senior Director of Research and Development for PBI Gordon. Protecting bees and other pollinators is an important consideration for growers and applicators addressing issues of weeds, pests, and…
USDA Seeks Nominations to Bolster Pollinator Research Efforts
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations to help strengthen pollinator research support. Individuals with diverse expertise and experience with pollinators are being encouraged to serve on the…
Rising Chocolate Demand Means More Plant Health Research
As demand for chocolate rises, so does the need for agricultural research. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Security from Pixabay When was the last time…
New Tree Nut Processing Laboratory Unveiled at Fresno State
…want to expand it. We hope to do research with some of this equipment, whether it’s food safety or production, or food quality. This is our starting point today.” A…
Origin of Livestock Rule for Organic Dairy Finalized by USDA
…dairy system,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “Now, all organic dairy livestock producers will have the confidence and certainty they are operating in a fair and…
Research into Diseases that Threaten Chocolate
…supply. Chocolate is made from cacao beans, and research shows that up to 40 percent of the world’s cacao beans are lost to cacao plant diseases. Researcher Doctor Alina Puig says…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 04-01-22
…Representative LaMalfa on Biden’s budget, reactions to the voluntary flow agreement announcement and the composition of dairy waste shown to be seasonal. Tune in to the show for these news…
Organic Production Priorities Outlined During Farm Bill Hearing
Organic production was one of the topics of discussion during a recent House Agriculture Committee hearing. The Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research heard from Laura Batcha, Executive Director and…
Technical Assistance Program to Further Expand Processing Capacity
…Other organizations that may be partnering with USDA include the American Association of Meat Processors, the American Meat Science Association, and the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute. AMS will be working…
Biden’s 2023 Budget Proposal: Ag and Rural Funds
…fees. The Budget also provides money to support innovation in agriculture and livestock industries, including $22 million for the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives, for example, which supports dairy businesses in…
Ocean Shipping Reform Act Advances to Full Senate
…profits.” Ag groups such as National Milk Producers Foundation, American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), and U.S. Dairy Export Council have praised the advancement of the legislation. Farming organizations have been…
Wineries to Work Through Smoke Exposure with More Understanding of Impact
…abundant production. President of Allied Grape Growers, Jeff Bitter explained that further research on smoke exposure might help mitigate purchasing issues in the future. “The more we’re learning about it…
Almond Update: Soil Summit Industry Event at CSU Chico
…explained. “It’s a great opportunity for growers, PCAs, and CCAs to learn the latest in research, hear from experts that can provide services, and also hear from their own peers.”…
Another ‘Pop-Up’ Site Aims to Further Ease U.S. Port Congestion
…action in affording more access and support in exporting goods. “Dairy farmers and manufacturers celebrate today’s great news of an additional ‘pop-up’ site focused on helping to deliver relief for…