…insecticides in North America. The joint effort is led by Bayer CropScience, Syngenta, Valent U.S.A. LLC , BASF Agricultural Solutions and Mitsui Chemicals Agro, Inc. In addition to the Growing Matters coalition of agricultural companies, BeSure!…
Ag Producers Have Until May 24 to Apply for Initiatives Supporting Bird Populations
…California. Each initiative offers $500,000 statewide for agricultural producers. Eligible operations in specific counties can apply for either initiative by contacting their local NRCS Service Center by May 24. “These…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 04-29-24
…the latest water allocation, and sugar producers have an issue with USDA’s latest nutrition standards for school meals. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to…
Disappointment in Central Valley Project Water Allocation Update
The Bureau of Reclamation announced a slight increase in the Central Valley Project (CVP) 2024 water supply allocation for south-of-Delta contractors and those in the Friant Division. South-of-Delta agricultural contractors…
AgNet Weekly: AFBF on EPA’s PFAS Rules
The Environmental Protection Agency announced its final rule to designate the two most common PFAS chemicals as hazardous materials under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act or CERCLA,…
Time Running Out to Submit Applications for Trade Mission to Colombia
…aims to bolster agricultural trade between the U.S. and Colombia, a significant market for American agricultural products. “Colombia represents a top-tier food and agricultural export destination for American farmers, ranchers…
Bayer Leads New Alliance to Protect Glyphosate Use
More than 60 agricultural organizations have formed a new coalition aimed at safeguarding American farmers’ access to essential crop protection tools. Led by Bayer, the Modern Ag Alliance advocates for…
Ag Trade Mission in India Could Set Stage for Improved Trade Conditions
Landscape of the tea plantations in India, Kerala Munnar. By cookelma/DepopsitPhotos image This week’s U.S. Agricultural trade mission in India could set the stage for growing trade between the U.S….
Mandatory HPAI Testing for Cattle Crossing State Lines
…undergo testing at approved laboratories within the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) before any interstate movement. APHIS will be reimbursing producers for the cost of testing at NAHLN laboratories….
Voices of the Valley: The Nuts and Bolts of Almonds with Stuart Woolf, President and CEO of Woolf Farming & Processing
…by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find out more at WGA.com. Sponsored Content Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants July…
USDA Confirms Cow-to-Cow Transmission of HPAI in Dairy Outbreak
…symptoms of infection should be put in isolation. Producers are being encouraged to work with their veterinarians if cows are displaying signs of infection. While more is continuing to be…
Commodity Groups Object to Petition Related to Duties on Herbicides
…petition, warning of herbicide supply shortages and economic repercussions for rural communities. Despite acknowledging Corteva’s contributions to agricultural technology, they emphasize the necessity of multiple suppliers to ensure farmers can…
Growing Matters: BeSure! Campaign on Keeping Treated Seeds Covered
…the stewardship, benefits and alternatives of neonicotinoid insecticides in North America. The joint effort is led by Bayer CropScience, Syngenta, Valent U.S.A. LLC , BASF Agricultural Solutions and Mitsui Chemicals Agro, Inc. In addition to the…
Fruit Fly Threat Receiving State and Federal Attention
…producing fresh fruits and vegetables, which can hurt both producers and consumers,” USDA APHIS Deputy Administrator for the Plant Protection and Quarantine program, Mark Davidson said in a press release….