…to fb.org/farmdog. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Nominations Open for the Farm Dog of the Year Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…
Rep. Mann to NASS: “We Rely on this Data”
…penning the letter. About another 70 lawmakers have signed on. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here. Rep. Mann to NASS: “We Rely on this Data” Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent /…
Farmers Making Fewer Changes
…in 2024. Approximately half of the farmers are actively evaluating options or have already signed carbon credit contracts. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Sabrina Halvorson…
Using Farm Loan Programs to Support Climate-Smart Production
…more efficient and make a positive impact on our environment.” Farm loan programs complement existing initiatives like the Conservation Reserve Program and crop insurance options. Ducheneaux noted there are various…
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Program Accepting Applications
The Seeds for Bees program from Project Apis M. is currently accepting applications for the 2024-2025 growing season. Stetcyn Maldonado, the program manager, explained that new participants receive up to…
Texas Wildfire Loss is Worth $123 Million
…$27 million worth of cattle, which includes both cattle and estimated losses of this season’s calf crop. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Texas Wildfire Loss…
Farm Bill Proposals Support Citrus Industry with HLB Funding
…Program at $25 million annually throughout the bill’s duration. California Citrus Mutual (CCM) commended Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow and Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson for prioritizing the long-term sustainability of the citrus…
USDA-NRCS Provides Conservation Programs for Organic Producers
…Quality Incentives Program, Conservation Stewardship Program and Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. And if you are an organic producer, yes this includes you. Last year, NRCS started providing assistance for a…
NASA and Ag a Natural Fit
…observations have some relevance to weather, the water cycle, key things that are very important to the producers out there.” Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here….
California Card Check Law Moving to Other States
When strawberries are harvested, the pickers are paid by the box, so they run with their filled boxes to ensure they can pick as many as possible and earn enough…
Survey Highlights Grape Industry Needs
…and extension program,” Hollingsworth said. The wide geographic response is likely because farmers are growing crops in multiple counties and are involved in various types of viticulture. The assessment will…
Almond Acreage Declines for First Time in Decades
…Initial Estimate report to ABC recently, detailing a slight decrease of about 600 bearing acres. Initial estimates are for a total of 1,373,740 bearing acres for the upcoming 2024 harvest….
Week in Review: Marginal Increases to Water Allocations & New Bird Flu Guidelines
…of highly pathogenic avian influenza. The Specialty Crops Security Act of 2024 seeks to bolster the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program by increasing its annual authorization from $85 million to…
New Resources to Promote Financial Access and Equity for Ag Producers
…loan programs,” FSA Administrator Zach Ducheneaux said in a press release. “Offering innovative tools and resources with help from our cooperators breaks down program delivery barriers ensuring equitable access to…