…innovation grants that are available to producers, and CDFA accepting block grant applications for the organic transition program. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and…
USDA Extends Application Deadline for Organic Dairy Program
Image by Jolan Chapin from Pixabay Organic dairy producers have more time to submit applications for the USDA’s Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP). The program was established to help…
Nearly 80 Square Mile Quarantine Enacted in Response to Tau Fruit Fly Detection
…into other areas. Officials will be inspecting host plants for fruit fly larvae on properties within 200 meters of detections. Properties will also be treated with a naturally derived organic-approved…
Organic Dairy Producers Still Have Time to Apply for New Assistance Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is extending the deadline for the new Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP) to August 11, 2023. This extension gives organic dairy producers more…
Week in Review: Solving Disaster Program Shortfalls & New Avocado Variety Available to Growers
…The Organic Science and Research Investment Act (OSRI Act) seeks to provide additional support to the organic sector. Prioritizing prevention in the Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap features includes proactive efforts…
Organic Science and Research Investment Act Introduced
…organizations and businesses including Organic Valley and the Organic Farming Research Foundation. “NSAC applauds the introduction of the Organic Science Research and Investment Act, which makes meaningful investments in providing…
Potential of Biofungicides in Combating Disease Pressure in Organic Carrots
Alternaria leaf blight continues to pose a significant challenge for organic carrot producers. UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) researchers have been trialing different materials for combatting disease pressures. The pathogen causes…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 06-02-23
…for the Almonds Board of Directors, trade in the Farm Bill and details on how to enroll in the new organic dairy marketing program. Tune in to the show for…
NRCS Investing $8 Million in Carbon Monitoring Efforts
…Soil Organic Carbon (SOC) Stock Measurement standards. Michigan State University will design comprehensive training approaches for SOC evaluation, which will include field days, bulletins, and multimedia materials. The four-year project…
USDA Offers Assistance to Help Organic Dairy Producers
…organic grain and forage commodities,” said FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux. “Without assistance, many organic dairies, particularly small organic dairies, will cease production, which not only impacts the domestic supply and…
AgNet Weekly: Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack
The Biden Administration this week announced the availability of nearly $11 billion in grants and loan opportunities to help rural energy and utility providers. They say the funding will help…
Rodale Institute Applauds USDA Investments in Organic Farmers
…Farm Service Agency (FSA) increased the cost share amount under the Organic Certification Cost Share Program (OCCSP), which helps organic producers cover organic certification costs, to the maximum amount allowed…
Report Shows Organic Food Sales Hit a New Milestone in 2022
A recent survey released by the Organic Trade Association (OTA) shows that organic food sales in the U.S. set a new record in 2022. The 2023 Organic Industry Survey shows…
Organic Support Being Offered by USDA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is moving forward with efforts to help bolster the organic industry. Organic support programs being offered by USDA are part of the Organic Transition…