Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ABC’s partnership with Marvel highlighting the value of almonds in a global market,…
Industry Groups Encourage Federal Engagement on Port Labor Negotiations
…(ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) began contract discussions back in May. On the day the last contract expired, more than 150 industry groups sent a letter addressed to…
Roundup of Some of the Nation’s Pollinators
…fact, these insects and animals are responsible for pollinating somewhere between 75 and 95 percent of all the flowering plants on Earth, according to the Pollinator Partnership. However, they say…
Almond Update: Promoting Pollinator Health Beyond National Pollinator Week
…has also partnered with Pollinator Partnership to learn more about the usage of conservation programs. A survey is available for farmers and ranchers to share how more pollinator-friendly practices can…
Almond Industry Cultivates Alternative Shipping Opportunities
…to see product move.” The joint partnership includes Blue Diamond Growers, Union Pacific Railroad, ocean carriers, west coast ports, and other logistic leaders. The Central Valley Ramp to the Port…
NRCS, USACE Renew Partnership
…and natural resources planning. The partnership renewal continues joint efforts to combat ongoing threats to natural resources and promotes inter-agency strategic planning. NRCS Chief Terry Cosby says the partnership works…
House Ag Subcommittee Discusses SNAP Benefits
…similar income levels,” he said. “We also know that SNAP is a successful public-private partnership and for every dollar the government spends on SNAP, up to $1.50 is returned to…
Survey Seeks Farmer Experience with On-Farm Conservation Programs
California farmers are being asked for their perspective on on-farm conservation programs offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Pollinator Partnership is conducting an online survey seeking feedback…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 06-08-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers land following due to lack of water availability, the pollinator partnership on-farm conservation…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 06-07-22
…resistance-breaking TSWV in Sutter County and the possible trade opportunities with the Indo-Pacific Partnership if the framework ever becomes a legal agreement. Tune in to the show for these news…
USDA Seeks Proposals for Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership
You only have about two more months to get in a proposal for the Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership. Proposals are developed through a collaborative process between NRCS, Forest Service…
Almond Update: ABC Represents Industry in International Markets
…promotional efforts underway, including the partnership with Marvel Studios. Waycott noted that through their efforts, along with industry reports being released over the course of the event, California almonds were…
Vilsack Gives Details on Food Supply Chain Plans
…invest in USDA. While speaking Vilsack said, “When faced with great challenges, America seizes the opportunity to transform itself – into a stronger and better form of itself.” “A transformed…
Commodity Container Assistance Program Taking Applications
…containers remains an obstacle for U.S. ag products in reaching their intended markets. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) program includes a partnership with the Port of Oakland in California…