The Specialty Crops Reporting on Opportunities and Promotion Act (Specialty CROP Act) was recently introduced in Congress. It seeks to address challenges faced by U.S. specialty crop exporters, such as…
Consider Composting for Holiday Leftovers
…for information on how to start composting. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Consider Composting for Holiday Leftovers A short video showing how to build a…
Almond Update: Reflecting on Current Industry Challenges and Optimism for 2024
…have that quality and that character in our industry that allows us to meet and discuss…and then develop and implement new and better ways of moving the industry forward.” One…
Sites Reservoir Project Moving Forward After Environmental Review
In a noteworthy development for California’s water management, the Sites Project Authority, functioning as the lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act, has officially certified the Final Environmental Impact…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 11-17-23
…Endangered Species Act reviews, and Hass avocados being removed as a host in oriental fruit fly quarantines. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more….
Dental Care in Rural Areas
A USDA grant to bring better dental care to rural areas. Gary Crawford tells us more in today’s This Land of Ours report. By Hananeko_Studio/Shutterstock Image “It’s an extraordinary opportunity…
Almond Matters: Getting Ahead of Weeds with Preemergents
…to kill the younger weeds than it is the ones that are already growing and blowing,” Burkdoll noted. “At the same time, you get better coverage when there’s nothing to…
One of the Worst Powdery Mildew Years in Recent Memory
…this year,” Caffrey noted. “And once you get powdery mildew, it’s not easy to eradicate it.” Growers that started the season with strong mitigation programs fared much better than those…
Sites Reservoir Project Certified for ‘Cutting Red Tape’
…Reclamation and Sites Project Authority recently finalized the Environmental Impact Review and Environmental Impact Statement for the project. The report includes updates to the earlier impact statements along with responses…
AgNet Weekly: Senator Kevin Cramer on WOTUS and the Farm Bill
Last month, the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works held a hearing on Examining the Implications of Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency for Clean Water Act Protections of Wetlands…
Daniel Hartwig to Take Helm as President of the California Fresh Fruit Association
…assume the position of CFFA President on December 4. As the CFFA continues its mission to act as a unified voice for its members, including growers of diverse commodities like…
New USDA Investment in Specialty Crop Research
…leadership will engage directly with the specialty crop industry and producers to gain feedback on how the Department can better address gaps in services and better meet the industry’s needs….
HSP Funding Drops by $40 Million Due to Unexpected Budget Errors
…aligns with the Legislature and Administration’s budget agreement but was inaccurately reflected in the language of the 2023 Budget Act. Despite already committing funds to HSP Block Grants Pilot and…
Almond Update: 2024 Almond Leadership Program Taking Applications
…mentor throughout the year.” Class members will have several assignments aimed at building communication skills and a better understanding of the industry. Another component of the program is community service…