…and autonomous equipment. Wente reports that the electric equipment is very similar in performance to traditional tractors, despite being completely different technology. However, this does not mean that it does…
Community Food Project Investment
…agricultural needs including providing operating equipment; planning for long-term solutions; and creating innovative marketing activities that mutually benefit agricultural producers and low-income consumers. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 12-14-22
…in trials looking at autonomous equipment and the increasing cost of H2A. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News…
Climate-Smart Pilot Projects Receive Additional $325 Million Investment
…systems will require purchase programs, infrastructure, and equipment support, as well as market support,” said Cathy Day, climate policy coordinator for the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition. “Such programs can ensure…
Week in Review: Initial Water Allocation & DPR Seeks Input on Mill Alternatives
…the lead when it comes to autonomous equipment. Industry members are being asked to provide comments on potential mill assessment alternatives for the California Department of Pesticide Regulation. Get all…
California Could Lose Ground in Autonomous Farming Equipment Development
As the development of autonomous farming equipment moves forward, California could be at a disadvantage. The state has largely been a pioneer in terms of agtech development, particularly for specialty…
Combine Sales Rise While Tractor Sales Drop in October
…Equipment Manufacturers says all tractor sales fell in the U.S. and Canada. The latest AEM report says total U.S. ag equipment unit sales stayed above the five-year average for the…
Week in Review: Federal Intervention Sought in Rail Dispute & Another CA County Hits $8 Billion in Ag Value
…than 6,000 pieces of equipment have been replaced within the San Joaquin Valley between April 2012 and February 2022. All of the top agricultural news can be found weekly in…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 11-10-22
…equipment replaced through EQUIP and specifics on the fertigation and irrigation session at TAC. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous…
NRCS Seeks Data on Equipment Replacements Made Possible Through EQIP
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is seeking information on equipment replacements under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). Engine and equipment replacement has been made possible under EQIP through…
Nearly $119 Million in FARMER Funding Accepted and Appropriated
…older diesel tractors, harvesters, and other equipment with lower-emission options. In the first four years of the program, more than $432 million has been provided to replace agricultural equipment in…
Alternative Shipping Approach Helping to Overcome Logistical Challenges
…some of the other issues that need to free up equipment and some other problems. So, we continue to work with the FMC, continue to work with USDA, Department of…
Hurricane Ian’s Impact on Honey Bees
…the southwest part of Florida, have lost a significant part of their operation. This might mean not only a loss of honey bee colonies, but also lost equipment, as well…
$80 Million to Improve Nutrition in School Meals
Photo by Alexander Kovacs on Unsplash The Biden Administration this week provided $50 million in grants for schools to invest in new food service equipment that will allow them to…