…the Interagency Task Force on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity to identify legislative, regulatory and policy changes that could promote agriculture and prosperity in rural communities. In January 2018, Secretary Perdue…
Funding Available for Agricultural Equipment Replacement
…The agricultural equipment replacement program is designed to help the ag industry meet the state’s stringent air quality and climate change standards. The funding assistance can be used for replacing…
Celebrating National Love a Tree Day
…moderate climate as well as give us oxygen. Large quantities of carbon are stored in their tissues as trees remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Celebrate today by planting a…
Agri View: Georgia Citrus Expanding Thanks to Research
…a milder climate. It looks like Georgia farmers have done what they all do. They have found a new crop to grow. That’s Agri View for today. I’m Everett Griner……
USDA-White House Liaison Clovis Leaving Washington
…by President Trump to be the USDA Under Secretary for Research, Education, and Economics. Clovis Clovis withdrew before the Senate Ag Committee could hold a hearing. Senate Democrats and environmentalists…
CCM Ramping Up Political Efforts on Behalf of Citrus Growers
…we’re going to stick close to Senator Feinstein, we think she is an individual you can trust.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West…
RFA to CARB: Ethanol Plays a Key Role in LCFS Success Story
Ethanol has played a key role in the success of California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) and is poised to make even greater contributions to the state’s climate policy objectives…
Western Growers Endorses California Water Bond
…Californians would benefit from this water bond as the health of our watersheds, wildlife habitats and rural and urban communities all depend on the smart management of our water resources…
Turning Integrated Pest Management Ideas Into Action
…of integrated pest management emerged 60 years ago when scientists recognized that imposing a harsh chemical on a natural system threw it off kilter, often causing unexpected, usually negative consequences….
Plan Your Ultimate Flower and Veggie Garden
…whether you’ll be using containers, a raised bed or a fenced in garden plot. Next, know you climate to determine the types of flowers and vegetables that will thrive. And…
Culver’s to Donate Custard Sales to FFA
Culver’s announced it will donate proceeds from custard sales to FFA on May 3rd. Proceeds from every scoop purchased will go to FFA and other local agricultural organizations, according to…
Snow Level Still Below Average Despite Late Winter Storms
…readings measured 60 percent of the average and the southern Sierra readings are 50 percent of average. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West…
Grant Funding Available for the 2018 Alternative Manure Management Program
…County Agricultural Commissioner 133 Aviation Boulevard, Suite 110 Santa Rosa, CA 95403 Modesto – Monday, April 16, 2018 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Stanislaus County Agricultural Building 3800 Cornucopia Way,…
AEM’s Slater: Lift Steel Tariffs to Support Manufacturers
…tariffs or quotas has already contributed to higher steel prices, disrupted business operations for equipment manufacturers, and caused uncertainty in the business climate. We are encouraged that the Trump administration…