Farmers in the Central Valley are being encouraged to apply for WaterSMART funding from the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The WaterSMART program, a collaboration between the Bureau of…
2024 Farm Bill Expectations
…reason for everyone to work together. “There’s a critical mass of Democrats and Republicans who understand the farm bill is important both for farmers and for food programs,” he continued,…
Emergency Regulation Readopted by State Water Board
…regulation, readopted annually since 2021, also presents potential challenges for farmers and ranchers in the area. Questions have been raised about the ongoing curtailment’s impact on the agricultural community. Siskiyou…
AgNet Weekly: What’s Ahead for Ag in 2024
…Farm Bill 08:37 February 3, 2024: USDA Initiatives for Specialty Crops 09:45 January 27, 2024 -President Biden Pauses Pending LGN Exports 07:30 January 13, 2024 – NCBA’s Ethan Lane on…
Almond Update: 2024 Nutrient Summit Coming Up January 10
…area,” said Saa. After the panel, there will be a presentation on optimal fertigation techniques. UC ANR Farm Advisor Franz Niederholzer will also be giving a keynote presentation during lunch,…
NIFA Grants to Help UCR Develop New Options to Combat HLB
…made possible by the 2018 Agricultural Improvement Act, addressing the urgent need to combat HLB and protect the citrus industry, which supplies 80 percent of the nation’s fresh citrus. Listen…
Average Pay Levels Decline for Ag Workers After Two Years of New Overtime Rules
…the law, farmworkers received overtime for hours exceeding 10 hours per day or 60 hours per week. The study shows a decrease in ag workers clocking between 56 and 60…
Expert Says Ag Trade Needs Improvement
…advisory company Pinion, Brian Kuehl says issue number one is trade. “We all know trade is important for America’s farmers. Twenty percent of US Farm revenue comes from exports, so…
Almond Update: Global Opportunities for the Almond Industry
…the next year. “A lot of countries there that are a very good fit for us on farm products,” said McKalip. “But rest assured, USTR is all around the globe…
Fertilizer Research Act to Analyze Drivers of High Costs
…to provide farmers with more options and price stability. The bill aims to shed light on market factors influencing fertilizer prices, empowering farmers to make informed decisions about their production…
December 31 Deadline for USDA Loan Assistance Applications
…to apply for either is December 31. For more information visit the USDA Farm Service Agency website at https://www.farmers.gov/loans/inflation-reduction-investments/assistance. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is…
USDA Opens Enrollment for ARC and PLC Programs for 2024 Crop Year
…2018, known simply as the 2018 Farm Bill, has been extended through September 30, 2024. The extension allows ARC and PLC programs to continue supporting farmers. Failure to meet the…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 12-18-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes information on pistachio shipments to the Middle East and Africa and farm evaluations…
AgNet Weekly: USDA Assistance for Distressed Borrowers
The deadline is fast approaching for farmers who have done everything they can and simply remain behind on their loans, and want some help. The Inflation Reduction Act provided more…