Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show Sabrina reports from FIRA USA at the Yolo County Fairgrounds. She starts with an interview with California…
American Agriculture History Minute: Developers of the National Western Stock Show
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Denver, Colorado, USA-January 4, 2018-The National Western Stock Show Kick-Off Parade with marching bands, floats, horseback riders, cowboys, cowgirls and Longhorn…
Expansion of MedFly Quarantine Boundary in Alameda and Santa Clara Counties
…Fly (MedFly) quarantine boundary to include additional areas in Alameda and Santa Clara counties, specifically in the Fremont area. A detailed map of the new boundary is available at www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/medfly/regulation.html….
American Agriculture History Minute: First National Western Stock Show
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Denver, Colorado, USA-January 4, 2018-The National Western Stock Show Kick-Off Parade with marching bands, floats, horseback riders, cowboys, cowgirls and Longhorn…
Vineyard Team Announces 2024 Sustainable Ag Expo Program Lineup
The Vineyard Team has unveiled the program lineup for the 2024 Sustainable Ag Expo, scheduled for November 11-13 in Atascadero, California. The event promises a comprehensive educational experience, offering attendees…
Students Encouraged to Apply for CME Group Beef Industry Scholarships
…who are essential to the future of food production. Eligible students include those studying education, communication, production, research, or other areas related to the beef industry. CME Group’s John Ricci,…
New Ag Literacy Resource Highlights U.S. Food and Farm Facts
…and who buys it. Available as a 32-page book and a compact pocket guide, the resource aims to answer common questions about American agriculture. “Curiosity among consumers about food and…
Almond Board Launches New Learning Hub for Industry Professionals
…completion to meet licensing requirements. The Almond Learning Hub is now available at almondlearninghub.com. With this new tool, the Almond Board of California aims to support the industry by offering…
California Releases 2023 Air Monitoring Report on Pesticide Levels
…regulations went into effect in January 2024, further restricting the use of 1,3-dichloropropene. The public can provide feedback on the report until November 12 through the DPR’s online portal. DPR…
USDA Releases Interim Report on Meat Industry Practices
…practices affect competition in the food sector, with a focus on the meat industry—especially beef. This report follows President Biden’s 2021 Executive Order No. 14036, which directed federal agencies to…
Applications Now Open for OFRF’s 2025 Farmer-Led Trials Program
…invited to join a free online Farmer Forum on October 29 at 1 p.m. ET. Four current FLT participants will present their research and discuss the program’s impact on their…
American Agriculture History Minute: Colorado Dust Bowl
…more information, visit www.fema.gov That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next time. Sponsored Content Beef on Dairy Industry Report Highlights Growth and…
Study: Wildfire Smoke Cuts Nut Production in California Orchards
…UC Davis Department of Plant Sciences, explained that while much research has focused on the effects of smoke on humans, plants are also vulnerable. “Our study suggests that trees are…
American Agriculture History Minute: Tractor Supply Company Starts as a Mail-Order Company
…mail order supplier of tractor parts. The first retail store founded in 1939. We know it today as Tractor Supply Company, and in January of 1959, Tractor Supply Company became…