…improved quality of the walnuts is attributed to favorable growing conditions. Heavy winter rains helped to restore soil moisture and nurtured robust root systems, aiding trees in withstanding high late-season…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-23-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impacts of the recent tropical storm on Fresno County crops, CDFA’s soil…
USDA Proposal to Strengthen Horse Protection Act
…BY 2.0/Wikipedia image USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks public input on a proposed rule to strengthen Horse Protection Act (HPA) requirements. Announced last week, the proposed…
Comment Deadline Approaching for USDA’s Handling of ToBRFV
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is still accepting feedback on how the agency should address Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV). USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)…
Free Online Training for Phosphorus Management
…properly dispose of or recycle the absorbent materials used to help capture the nutrient in drainage water and runoff. Phosphorus is a critical nutrient for optimal plant growth, health and…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 08-14-23
…of soil health and comments from the Farm Bill listening session. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. AgNet News Hour: Monday, 08-14-23 Listen…
Study Shows Positive Economic Impact of Soil Health
…The Soil Health Institute (SHI) and the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) announced the results of a nationwide study showing how improving soil health can improve a farmer’s profitability….
Record Enrollment for Grasslands CRP
…environmentally sensitive land from agricultural production and to plant species that will improve the environmental health and quality of the land. “Grassland CRP is a pretty cool program. It is…
Record-Setting Grassland Conservation Reserve Program Signup
…to continue grazing practices while addressing conservation concerns. Enrolled acreage helps to sequester carbon in vegetation and soil, and bolster resilience to drought and wildfire. “This year’s Grassland CRP signup…
USDA to Purchase 30 Million Pounds of Almonds
…food insecurity and promoting healthy eating habits among vulnerable populations.” Earlier in the year, the Almond Alliance had encouraged Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack to include almonds as part of critical…
SWAT Act Would Fund Research on Drosophila
…managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to advance research and strengthen efforts to reduce the species’ population in the U.S. Peters talked about…
Honeybee Colony Numbers Remain Stable, Despite A Nearly 50 Percent Loss
…with Auburn University and the University of Maryland. The report highlights Varroa mites, a common honeybee parasite, continue to pose a significant threat to colony health. Additionally, habitat loss, pesticide…
Grains for Heart Health
Knowing more about your grains could lead to a healthier heart. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Eating healthy is a priority for many Americans but knowing where…
Almond Update: ‘Benefits Far Outweigh the Cost’ for Cover Crops
…soil have been great so far,” Hicks explained. “The cost is really minimal. I think I paid $450 for the guy to come out and drill it and the seed…