…from publication in the Federal Register. The interpretive rule for agricultural activities is effective immediately. More information: www.epa.gov/uswaters Watch Administrator McCarthy’s overview. Watch Deputy Chief of Staff Arvin Ganesan’s explanation….
Change in Policy on Fumigant Puts Farmers in Bind
…some point. Last year, he planted without using fumigants. “That was the biggest mistake I ever made,” he said. “Every potato in that field had wormholes in it. I can’t…
Medfly Infestation Triggers Quarantine in Central Los Angeles Area
…by S. La Cienega Blvd, and to the east by I-710. Additional information, including a map of the 88-square mile quarantine zone, is available at: http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/plant/medfly/regulation.html#index To eradicate the infestation,…
This Week @ USDA March 21, 2014
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For more information: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/u… http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/u……
USDA Announces Funds to Improve SNAP Employment and Training Programs
…avoid administrative burden. Grant applications are due May 2014. Awards will be announced in September 2014. The Request for Applications is available on www.grants.gov and on the FNS website. The…
Almond Board: Upcoming Almond Grower Field Day
The Almond Board is inviting growers out to a special field day coming up. Almond Board Director of Industry Relations Jenny Nicolau has the information. Almond Board: Upcoming Almond Grower…
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA March 14, 2014
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For more information: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/u… http://usda.gov/oce/weather/index.htm http://www.usda.gov/oce/commodity/was……
USDA Announces Support for Smarter Lunchrooms
…http://www.grants.gov/. These grants are another way USDA is combating child hunger and obesity and improving the health and nutrition of the nation’s children. This is a top priority for the…
Organic Seed Finder
People looking to source organic seed need to look no further! www.organicseedfinder.org is a free tool made possible by seed vendors who post varieties based on annual organic seed sales….
USDA Video: Seed Preservation and Research at USDA
The goal of USDA’s seed research and preservation efforts is to help maintain a healthy agriculture system. For more information: http://www.ars.usda.gov/Main/site_mai… http://www.ars.usda.gov/Main/docs.htm……
2013 Record Year for California Grape Crush
…Merlot average price was down 6 percent from 2012 at $753.69 per ton. The entire Grape Crush Report is available online at www.nass.usda.gov/ca. 2013 Record Year for California Grape Crush…
USDA Expanding Support for Small, Mid-Sized Farmers and Ranchers
…and expanded collection of valuable market news information. USDA is also introducing a series of education tools focusing on opportunities for farmers engaged in local and regional food systems. In…
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA March 7, 2014
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For more information: http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/u… http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/u… http://www.ars.usda.gov/pandp/people/… http://www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/u……
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Proposed FY 2015 Budget
…to stabilize and invest in programs that more effectively restore forested landscapes and support those living in communities impacted by wildfire to avert and minimize damage from future wildfires. The…