The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has announced that it would delay its enforcement of the Advanced Clean Fleets regulation. Enforcement will not begin until the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency…
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
…County Farm Bureau President Ryan Walker expressed reservations, urging the board to reconsider the order due to its implications for due process and environmental review. Walked described the action as…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 01-09-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show, supply and demand balance issues are expected to improve for almonds, and the…
USDA and USTR Seek New Trade Advisory Committee Members
…agriculture and international trade experience are eligible for committee membership. Committee members serve four-year terms and represent diverse U.S. food and agricultural stakeholders. Members must be U.S. citizens, qualify for…
NIFA Grants to Help UCR Develop New Options to Combat HLB
…are being provided by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The research focuses on developing tolerance to the disease through rootstocks, shoots and branches, and a systemic peptide….
First Survey of the Season Shows a Fraction of Last Year’s Snow Levels
…here at this location,” said manager of DWR’s Snow Surveys and Water Supply Forecasting Unit, Sean de Guzman. “The statewide snowpack is currently sitting at 25 percent of average to…
RAPP a 2023 ‘Success’
…send food and ag products.” RAPP funds are available to non-profit U.S. agricultural trade organizations, non-profit State Regional Trade Groups (SRTGs), U.S. agricultural cooperatives, and state agencies that conduct approved…
Week in Review: Budget Uncertainties Put SWEEP on Hold & Clean Truck Check Deadline Coming
A coalition, representing various sectors, expressed concerns about current supply chain issues exacerbated by pending and proposed state policies affecting freight, imports, and exports. Founder of Better Food Ventures, Rob…
Citrus Yellow Vein Clearing Virus Found in Los Angeles County
…a routine multi-pest survey conducted by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The finding marks the second area in California where the virus has been detected, after being…
Almond Update: Richard Waycott Reflects on Two Decades of Leadership
…achievements, including the industry’s pioneering efforts in food safety and health initiatives. He celebrated moments of triumph, such as overcoming challenges like the salmonella incidents in 2001 and 2004 and…
Expert Says Ag Trade Needs Improvement
…food and ag products.” He said in order to do that, the U.S. would need new trade markets. “As a country, we have been behind the ball on that,” he…
California Chill Report: Solutions for Growers Facing Chill Shortages
…the Walnut Board, the California Department of Food and Agriculture, and manufacturers, researchers have been testing viable solutions for chill shortages. “Our research indicates a robust response in advancing bud…
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
Founder of Better Food Ventures, Rob Trice said that advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have the potential to have a massive impact across the agricultural sector. However, there will be…
