…almond industry. Waycott expressed immense pride in the industry’s phenomenal growth during his tenure. As Waycott reminisced, he marveled at the industry’s incredible trajectory, noting its threefold expansion over two…
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
…on something,” Trice said. The prospect of AI having a place in farming productions is imminent as there is an increasing demand for efficiency, automation, and productivity in the industry….
STOP QIP Petition Disqualified
…prepared, disseminated, and signed in 2021 for later submission. Secretary Ross deemed this approach inconsistent with petition objectives and an abuse of the process. The use of pre-printed dates on…
Week in Review: Grower Perspective on Pest Management & Navigating New Challenges with Neonics
…new series of regulations from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation will impact neonicotinoid use in certain agricultural commodities. The Fertilizer Research Act has been introduced to address the escalating…
Shifting Strategies: A Grower’s Perspective on Pest Management Challenges
…emphasized the impact of conventional pest control methods on beneficial insects, stating, “In both our conventional and organic system, if we use a Spinosid-based product, we’re hammering adult beneficial insects.”…
Preparing for A New Year and What It Means for Neonics
…some cases, DPR has effectively banned their use. “You’ve got to look at it product by product, commodity by commodity,” Isom noted. “On the cotton side, we’re done. You’re not…
December 31 Deadline for USDA Loan Assistance Applications
…to apply for either is December 31. For more information visit the USDA Farm Service Agency website at https://www.farmers.gov/loans/inflation-reduction-investments/assistance. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is…
AgNet Weekly: USDA Assistance for Distressed Borrowers
…issues of the livestock industry and other matters related to California and Southeast agriculture. https://feed.podbean.com/AgNetWeekly/feed.xml Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster,…
CDFA Accepting Proposals for New Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program
…Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI). Aimed at fortifying the middle of the supply chain, this initiative focuses on supporting processing, aggregation, and distribution activities for domestic food and farm businesses. CDFA…
Almond Matters: Maximizing Orchard Health During Dormancy
…it.” Proactive measures are a vital part of supporting orchard health. Issues with the weather last year interrupted timelines for preventative actions. That resulted in significant weed and pest pressures….
Final Environmental Impact Report for Delta Conveyance Project Released
…losses from weather extremes. It also seems to address earthquake preparedness and compliance with water quality regulations. Additionally, the project incorporates a Community Benefits Program to ensure local communities receive…
No Kitchens in Future Homes?
…Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was…
“True Cost” of Food Discussed at COP28
…/ AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour….
Good Farming Practices Updated by USDA
…without impacting insurance coverage. Notably, NRCS is acknowledged in the handbook as an agricultural expert resource for cover crop management systems. This update builds on previous efforts, including the designation…