Image by photosergii@gmail.com/DepositPhotos I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Irishman Harry Ferguson is part of American Agriculture History. He’s credited with developing and patent the first hydraulic…
More Time for Census of Horticulture Specialties Response
…with most of those surveys being filled out online at agcounts.USDA.gov. Otherwise, completed census support specialty surveys can be mailed in. Survey results are scheduled for release this coming December….
New Deadline Set for Farms, to File Beneficial Ownership Information with FinCEN
DepositPhotos image The US Treasury Department has set a new deadline for companies, including farms, to file their Beneficial Ownership Information with FinCEN by March 21, following a court order….
Trump Confirms 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Will Proceed
DepositPhotos image Despite efforts by Canada and Mexico to strengthen border security and curb fentanyl trafficking, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that a 25% tariff on imports from both countries…
Voices of the Valley: Agritourism – From Goat Yoga to Pumpkin Patches
…farm. She’s hopeful that her agritourism events – including on-farm AirBnB stays, tours, commodity festivals and farm-to-fork dinners – can help build consumer confidence in how food gets to their…
Almond Update: Almond Board of California Hosts Regional Pest Identification Workshops
Coleoptera beetle eating an almond on the ground. DepositPhotos image https://www.almonds.com/tools-and-resources/grower-tools The Almond Board of California (ABC) is once again bringing back its regional field workshops, offering hands-on education for…
GrubMarket Acquired Bay City Produce
…assistants that empower food supply chain businesses with deep insights, intelligent analysis, and automated order processing; Orders IO, GrubMarket’s custom-branded, mobile eCommerce solution; and GrubPay, the company’s digital payments platform…
USDA Won’t Impose Ban Despite New Case of Mexican Screwworm
…from en.wikipedia to Commons. Original uploader was Ellmistfrom Courtesy of USDA/APHIS A new case of New World screwworm has been detected in a Mexican cow south of the U.S. border.…
Agronomic Minute: Almond Growers Face Challenges with Botrytis and Hull Rot
…complexity of hull rot makes it particularly difficult to control. With California experiencing extended cool, wet conditions this year, Rieser advised growers to remain vigilant. “Many have already completed their…
Applications Open for California Agricultural Leadership Program Class 55
…than 1,400 individuals have completed the program and gone on to become influential leaders in agriculture, business, government, and their communities. Participants will engage in leadership theory, communication, critical thinking,…
Ranking Members of Agriculture Committees Demand Answers on Food Aid Disruptions
DepositPhotos image The Ranking Members of the Senate and House Agriculture Committees are seeking answers from the Trump administration regarding disruptions to international food aid programs. Senator Amy Klobuchar and…
Almond Update: Almond Board Kicks Off 2025 Election Cycle
…meeting schedules by visiting almonds.com/events and almonds.com/committees. These platforms allow industry members to observe committee discussions, participate virtually, and explore ways to become more involved in shaping California’s almond industry….
U.S. Bird Flu Response Hampered by Trump Administration
…and public health experts. Since President Donald Trump assumed office on January 20, two key federal agencies responsible for monitoring and managing the outbreak have delayed critical communications, including bird…
Understanding Nutrient Management for Permanent Crops
…right balance. You can find more information at agroliquid.com. Understanding Nutrient Management for Permanent Crops Sponsored Content Purina Podcast: Managing for Success from One Life Phase to Another July 7,…