…California Natural Resources Secretary Wade Crowfoot said in a press release. “California is leading the way through 30×30 by protecting more natural areas in ways that expand outdoor access and…
ECP Program for Natural Disaster Assistance
…Emergency Conservation Program (ECP). It helps farmers and ranchers repair damage to farmlands caused by natural disasters through funding and technical assistance. For land to qualify for ECP funds, the…
Almond Update: Keeping Trees Safe from Fungal Pathogens
…natural fungus that’s there to colonize the wound naturally. So, the Trichoderma product such as the Vintec product, worked as great as Topsin to protect pruning wounds.” You can learn…
Developing Leadership in Agriculture from Diverse Backgrounds
…She reflected on these experiences and the importance of service in leadership. Her plans after high school are to potentially pursue a career in agriculture education. A career that would…
Industry Engagement Sought for Farm Labor Stabilization Grant Program
…input from the agricultural community. As part of the effort, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will be holding three virtual listening sessions focused on the grant program. Announced as part…
Value of Insured Specialty Crops Nearly Doubles Over Last Decade
…about $12 billion to about $21 billion in 2020, not accounting for inflation. A report from USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) highlights recent changes in growers’ use of the Noninsured…
Biden Administration Invests in International Food for Progress Projects
USDA Funding for International Projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. McGovern-Dole Food for Education Program Courtesy of USDA Foreign Agricultural Service The Department of Agriculture will invest…
Latest Data Shows California Farm Receipts Increased in 2021
…Service. The top 10 agricultural commodities list for California is updated every September. A comprehensive report of ag statistics for the 2021 crop year will be made available in early…
Report: Gen Z Prefers Quick Service Restaurants
…July 2022, Gen Zs made five billion restaurant visits, 4.3 billion visits were to quick-service restaurants, and 736 million were to full-service restaurants. Overall quick service traffic was flat compared…
Almond Update: Keeping Almonds the Most Popular Nut in Food Products
…and technical resources, along with nutrition and sustainability research information. Participating in these types of events and exhibitions helps to keep almonds visible in the food industry. “Sharing samples for…
RIPE Awarded $80 Million for Pilot Conservation Program
…million for a pilot program by USDA’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities program. RIPE is a producer-led organization advancing RIPE 100. It’s a conservation program that would pay producers $100 per…
Executive Order Seeks to Advance Biotechnology Investment
…the power of biology to create new services and products,” President Biden explained in a statement. “Which provide opportunities to grow the United States economy and workforce and improve the…
TRUCKS Act Gains Support
…known as the Trucking Regulations Unduly Constricting Known Service-providers Act. It would allow states to issue a new Small Business Restricted Commercial Driver’s License without having to meet the federal…
Over $872 Million of Climate-Smart Commodities Projects Involve California
…with quantifiable climate benefits. Another multistate project has been awarded $90 million and will be led by the National Association of Conservation Districts. The project seeks to advance efforts to…