…of SWEEP and the implementation of efficient irrigation systems to save water and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. For a schedule of technical assistance workshops and locations, please visit www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/sweep/ A…
$1.7 Million to Support Research at Tribal Colleges and Universities
…the lens of both scientific and indigenous knowledge. NIFA invests in and advances innovative and transformative initiatives to solve societal challenges and ensure the long-term viability of agriculture. NIFA’s integrated…
Seneca Valley Virus Disease Reports Increasing
…known. Because vesicular diseases are clinically indistinguishable, disinfection protocols for FMDV should be followed even if SVV is suspected. This includes use of: sodium hydroxide, sodium carbonate, 0.2% citric acid,…
Roberts Joins Bipartisan Bill to Relieve Farmers of Redundant Regulation
…Clean Water Act and the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act to clarify Congressional intent regarding pesticide use in or near navigable waters. The bill was introduced by Idaho Republican…
The California Kitchen: Almond Raisel Bark
…these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire, Google TV and apple TV Follow Albert on: Facebook, LinkedIn: Albert J. Hernandez the…
USDA Seeks Nominators to Cattlemen’s Beef Board
…type of members represented (i.e., beef or cattle importers, etc.); annual import volume in pounds of beef and beef products and/or the number of head of cattle; the stability and…
APHIS Extends Comment Period on Proposed Rule
…the permit process for low risk organisms, and update requirements for the import of foreign soil. The proposed rule is available in the Federal Register. The deadline to submit comments…
50th World Ag Expo in Central Valley
The 50th anniversary World Ag Expo begins today at the International Agri-Center in Tulare. There are more than 1400 exhibits, with 26 million square feet of exhibit space. Last year…
New FARM Program Environmental Stewardship Module Helps Measure Improvements in Dairy Sustainability
…farmers with useful information that can help them improve their farms efficiency and use fewer natural resources, all while saving money.” FARM ES provides a comprehensive estimate of the greenhouse…
Cotton Acres Forecasted to Increase 10 Percent
…million bales. The majority of the global stocks decline is due to China’s reduced inventories. While China’s increased consumption of reserve stocks has bolstered mill use in 2016, it also…
The California Kitchen: Chocolate Covered Pistachios
…get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. California Kitchen For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or…
Notice of Availability of Proposed Changes to the National Poultry Improvement Plan Program Standards
…agencies and poultry industry members. During its meetings and Biennial Conferences, the Committee discusses significant poultry health issues and makes recommendations to improve the NPIP. However, while changes in diagnostic…
New ARS Food and Nutrition Research Briefs Issued
…toxin-producing E. coli bacteria including new and emerging serotypes has been developed. Adequate blood zinc levels are vital to higher T-cell counts and better immune response in older adults. But…
NCC Releases Economic Outlook
…a modest increase in U.S. mill use to 3.4 million bales. Campiche noted that export markets continue to be the primary outlet for U.S. raw fiber. In recent years, U.S….