…many people living in rural communities behind, unable to compete in the global economy and without access to the services and resources that all Americans need. These actions will go…
NRCS Funding Opportunities Announced for Conservation Programs
…resources, and collectively contribute to the broader effort of mitigating the effects of climate change. State Technical Committees work with NRCS in setting ranking dates within individual states for application…
Need to Know Points About Growing Winter Squash
All you need to know about growing your own winter squash. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. An assortment of winter squashes By Californiacondor – Own work, CC…
MSOB: Biological Materials for Arthropod Management in Organic Vegetables
…management system. However, when cultural practices are not providing adequate management, there are several biological materials that can be effective in combatting arthropods. “Bacillus thuringiensis is very effective against several…
Cattle Contract Library Act Moving Forward
…industry. The cattle contract library is one such solution, and it will help our producers command more leverage in negotiations with the packers.” Nearly a year of work went into…
Vilsack, Villalobos meeting Focused on Trade, ASF and Climate Change
…of continuing to work together to advance rural prosperity and to fulfill a shared responsibility to protect agricultural systems and producers. That includes collaborative efforts to prevent the spread of…
Supply Chain Challenges to Be Addressed Through Executive Order
…and Workforce Development Agency is also being directed to increase education, job training, and workforce development opportunities for port workers and other workers across the supply chain. The recent order…
Almond Update: Silent Auction Returns to TAC With Added Support for FFA
…this event where we can come together and raise some money for a good cause.” TAC returns to the newly renovated SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento on December…
2022 World Ag Expo Chairman Announced
…and ag professionals never stopped working during the pandemic. Volunteers and staff are ready to bring back the live show and provide a place for everyone in ag to meet,…
VofV: Almond Evolution – Self-Pollinating Varieties, Rootstock Gene Editing, Labor-Saving Tech
…out more at WGA.com. What do pest-controlling GMO insects have in common with orchard biomass recycling? They are both part of the almond industry’s effort to increase crop yield, improve…
Health Bite: Diet Myths Part Three
…consumption because it’s not convenient. (Although it’s getting increasingly more convenient with delivery options these days.) Anyway, while I do subscribe to the advice of reducing the amount of hyper-processed,…
Citrus Cost Study Outlines Production in the San Joaquin Valley
…of what they need to do. It’s almost like a production manual because it tells them when to do it as well because the costs are associated with doing various…
New Tool Helps Ranchers Estimate Assistance Covered Under ELAP
…new ELAP Feed Transportation Producer Tool helps ranchers determine estimated payments as part of the program. Recent updates to ELAP now support assistance for feed transportation costs caused by drought….
EPA, Army Announce Regional Roundtables on WOTUS
The Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of the Army are calling on communities to propose roundtables to provide input on the implications of the new “WOTUS” rule. The regional…