…it sooner rather than later. There is a specific number of seats for each committee, so first come, first served.” There are 11 different committees and workgroups to choose from,…
USDA Program for Dairy Producers Amid H5N1
…to move animals without additional pre-movement testing currently required under the Federal Order. Producers must also comply with continued regular weekly monitoring and testing of the herd for H5N1. Selecting…
Upcoming Application Deadline for Vietnam Trade Mission
…the deadline to apply for the September trade mission. Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Alexis Taylor says there are opportunities for more U.S. agricultural goods, and especially…
Controlling Fire Ants in Almond Orchards
…ground. They become more and more susceptible to ant damage the longer they’ve been on the ground, due to ants hollowing out and devouring the inside nutmeat. According to The University…
Nation Watches Anti-Ag Activists in California
…$1.65 million effort to combat as a fully waged campaign.” You can get more information on the Sonoma County Family Farmers Alliance website. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here. Sabrina…
$1.3 Million Raised for 4-H Through Clover Campaign
Tractor Supply Company, in partnership with the National 4-H Council, announced that its Paper Clover Campaign raised over $1.3 million for 4-H youth nationwide, moving the fundraiser’s grand total to…
AgNet Weekly: Anti Animal Ag Measure in Sonoma County
…focused on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also traverses the…
New USDA Programs Ease Transition to Organic Production
…new, profitable markets and further our commitment to maximize American farmers’ share of the food dollar.” Today’s announcements build on USDA’s comprehensive approach to supporting local and regional food systems,…
Almond Update: One Week Left for Voting in ABC Board of Directors Election
…from board-appointed committees to working groups. ABC is always looking for new volunteers and accepts applications throughout the year. “There’s lots of different committees to be on. All aspects of…
AgNet Weekly: Representative Mann on Canceled NASS Reports
…is also Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee’s Subcommittee on Livestock, Dairy, and Poultry, is among lawmakers leading the charge to get a turn around from NASS. He joins host…
Voices of the Valley: Innovations in Cross-Border Health Care for Ag Workers
…Assurance Trust, joins Michelle Rivera, Communications Manager, to talk about cross-border health care and the role it plays in providing accessible, convenient and high-quality medical services for those who grow…
Almond Update: Voting Begins for ABC Board of Directors Election
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has sent out ballots for its Board of Directors election. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said “the 2024-2025 Board of Directors…
USDA Seeks to Reduce Chicken-Related Salmonella Outbreaks
…people sick.” Under this determination, FSIS will consider to be adulterated any raw breaded stuffed chicken products that include a chicken component that tested positive for Salmonella at 1 CFU per gram…
Bayer Leads New Alliance to Protect Glyphosate Use
…with scientific understanding. The group’s website highlights glyphosate’s role in maintaining crop yields, competitiveness, and affordability for American farmers. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director /…