…farmers continue to meet the growing needs of America’s families, and the farm bill helps make that possible,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “We look forward to…
Grower Experience with Dried-on-the-Vine Raisin Varieties
Dried-on-the-vine raisin varieties offer significant potential for the industry. The varieties can eliminate some of the labor required in raisin production. Ranch manager for Marthedal Enterprises, Austin Hubbell said they…
Conservation Reserve Program General Signup Opens February 27
…disadvantaged farmers and ranchers with plans of sustainable production. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute April 3, 2024…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 02-17-23
…the Farm Bill listening session with Speaker McCarthy. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Danielle Leal…
Census of Agriculture Accepted by USDA Through Spring
Farmers who missed the deadline can still send in their Census of Agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Farmers and ranchers still have time to be counted…
VofV: Tom Mulholland and the Bottom Line of Agriculture – Productivity
…out more at WGA.com. Tom Mulholland sees California agriculture through the wide lens of his multigenerational farm. As a fourth-generation citrus grower, Mulholland knows his lifetime commitment to Mulholland Citrus…
EPA Proposes Changes to Agricultural Worker Protection Standard
…resume after people leave the AEZ; and, an “immediate family exemption” thatallows only farm owners and the farm owners’ immediate family to remain inside enclosed structures or homes while pesticide…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 02-16-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California’s use of H2A workers is 4th highest in nation, preventing farm equipment…
California Chill Report: Starting Small with Dormancy Breaking Materials
…working with Dormex in pistachios. The research is showing promising results, but Khezri suggests getting familiar with the material before widespread application. “Most of the pistachio growers and farm managers…
Speaker McCarthy Emphasizes Importance of Farmers at 2023 World Ag Expo
…Fresno, Tulare, and Kings counties as giving him particular reverence for the work of farmers and ranchers. Speaker McCarthy spoke of the vital importance of farmers and their role in…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 02-15-23
…unexpected hazards with new farm equipment technologies, H2A, and the rollout of Ag Order 4.0 presenting to be a ‘bit of a challenge. Tune in to the show for these…
Details of Climate-Smart Agriculture Investments from IRA
…The additional investments are estimated to help hundreds of thousands of farmers and ranchers apply conservation to millions of acres of land. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours…
U.S. Cotton Plantings Down Despite Demand Improvements
…notes that increasing production costs, lackluster demand, and supply chain challenges have been difficult challenges for growers. However, the outlook for the 2023/24 marketing year presents some optimism. While world…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 02-14-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers data from the On Farm Readiness review, tips for keeping pesticide residue off…