…free trade agreements, and a lack of focus on free trade, especially for agricultural products. However, Brian Kuehl, Executive Director of Farmers for Free Trade says there has been some…
Celebrating California Wine Month
…“We have partnered with Visit California and California Grown to produce an iconic California recipes eBook which pairs with California wines for each particular recipe,” DiCaro explained. “It’s a great…
Applications for Innovation Grants Due October 30
…emissions, a potent greenhouse gas,” NRCS Chief Terry Cosby said in a press release. “Science and innovation are the keys to helping farmers, ranchers and forest landowners succeed in the…
Some Watching Trade Programs as Farm Bill Deadline Looms
…are the market facilitation and market promotion programs called MAP and FMD,” said Brian Kuehl, Executive Director of Farmers for Free Trade, in reference to the Market Access Program and…
New Research Shows Promise for Mitigating HLB
…Albany, California. Researchers there have identified a way to enhance citrus trees’ natural resistance to pathogens, including HLB. By incorporating specific receptors that recognize the disease, they activate the tree’s…
Almond Update: Incentive Opportunities for Growers
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is making it easier for growers to access incentive opportunities. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said they have redesigned their Almonds.com/Incentives…
Ag Market Growth Ahead
…She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour and The AgNet Weekly podcast. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley. Twitter LinkedIn Facebook WordPress…
California Walnut Production Expectations Up From 2022
California’s 2023 walnut production is expected to reach 790,000 tons, marking a five percent increase compared to 2022. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), walnut production was measured…
22007 Program Eligibility
…for farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners who experienced discrimination prior to January 1, 2021,” said program coordinator Monica Rainge. “Or for those who are currently debtors with an assigned or…
Strawberry Industry Thankful for Flood Assistance
California Governor Gavin Newsom has taken action to expedite recovery efforts in the central coast region following devastating floods in March. The floods, caused by record rainfall in the Pajaro…
Increased Contracted Production Forecasted for Processing Tomato Industry
California’s processing tomato industry is gearing up for a strong season, with contracted production forecasted to reach 12.9 million tons, averaging 50.8 tons per acre. This projection represents a substantial…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 09-05-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show covers how USDA funding will help farmers lower energy costs and the Farm Bureau Foodies. Tune…
September is Food Safety Education Month
…specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour and The AgNet Weekly podcast. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley. Twitter…
Recent Storm ‘Devastating and Unprecedented’ for Table Grape Industry
…are grown in California are at peak harvest. The California Table Grape Commission is reporting a revised forecast of 71.9 million 19-pound boxes this year. It would be the first…