…actually put in economic benefits to get the return on investment,” said Roots. “It’s really nice to have a two-page summarized document, especially to hand out to growers that might…
MSOB: Biological Sector Garnering More Interest from Large Companies
…Biologicals is made possible by Marrone Bio Innovations, leading the movement to environmentally sustainable farming practices through the discovery, development and sale of innovative biological products for crop protection, crop…
‘Really Thoughtful Comments’ at Farm Bill Listening Sessions
…Bill priorities letter. Approximately 40 individuals attended the most recent session held at the Fresno County Farm Bureau. CDFA Secretary Karen Ross, Undersecretary Christine Birdsong, and California Environmental Protection Agency…
USDA Details How Organic Transition Initiative Will Take Shape
…opportunities for the organic sector and help farmers with moving into organic production. The new initiative is being supported by USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service, Risk Management Agency, and Natural Resources…
Adult Obesity Increased During First Year of COVID-19 Pandemic
If your waistline increased during the pandemic, you’re not alone. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Image by Shane Cromer from Pixabay New data from USDA’s Economic Research…
Watching for Advancements in Ag Technology
…developed in a plant or plant pest for use in the United States. BRS also works with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Food and Drug Administration, as needed,…
CFTC Seeks Ag Advisory Committee Nominations
…light of recent environmental developments and geopolitical events affecting the agricultural markets.” There are five active Advisory Committees overseen by the CFTC. They were created to provide advice and recommendations…
Technology to Prevent Pest Invasions
…citrus, figs, peaches, pears, plums and tomatoes. USDA/APHIS image This week we’re focusing on technology in agriculture. The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service or APHIS Plant Protection and…
Higher Beef Prices Could Follow Shrinking U.S. Cattle Herd
…the lower prices benefit livestock producers, U.S. government data showed on July 1 that producers had already lowered the nation’s cattle herd by approximately two percent compared to last year….
Inflation Reduction Act Includes $4 Billion for Drought Relief
…Environmental restoration projects to mitigate damage from drought conditions will also be a central priority. “We appreciate the determination of Senator Kyrsten Sinema and her colleagues to secure substantial new…
MSOB: Using Parasitoid Wasps to Combat Spotted Wing Drosophila
…by laying eggs in the pest, eventually consuming the insect once the wasp hatches. Extension entomologist and Oregon State University professor, Vaughn Walton said the preliminary data shows the wasp…
Farming Outreach and Education Efforts Supported with $14.5 Million Investment
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making significant investments in two farming outreach and education efforts. As part of the investment, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is funding a…
Agricultural Impacts of Inflation Reduction Act
…and agriculture. “Sixty billion dollars for environmental justice grants. What does that mean? The American people are going to try to figure this out,” he said during the August 5…
Comment Period Extended for Poultry Contracting Proposal
…viewpoints into important agency actions.” “We take the public comment process seriously and want all members of the public to freely express their views on our proposed regulations. I am…
