…economy and more jobs available than there are workers, USDA’s proposal helps ensure the 3.8 million individual ABAWDs receiving SNAP benefits get back to work and on the path to…
Avocado Producers Bracing for Light 2019
California Avocados are bracing for a light 2019. July’s heat wave in southern California seems to have affected many of the state’s avocado trees. The California Avocado Commission told AgAlert…
Consumers Want to Hear About Sustainable Ag Practices from Farmers
…because a lot of these sustainability issues are complex.” As Chief Sustainability Leader at McDonalds for nearly 30 years Bob Langert learned that the agriculture industry itself holds a lot…
Christmas Tree Disposal After the Holidays
Cathy Isom has a few suggestion about what to do with your Christmas tree after the holidays. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Before we know it the…
The 2018 Farm Bill is Officially Here
…thought possible. We are ensuring that American agriculture will always feed our families, nourish our communities, power our commerce and inspire our nation.” The 2018 Farm Bill is a sizable…
The California Kitchen: Southwestern Asian BBQ Ribs
…1 C Southwestern Mirepoix TT Salt and Pepper TT Lemon Pepper TT Cayenne TT Chili Powder TT Brown Sugar For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch…
Establishing the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard
…to develop the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard and program, in part, through a public comment period. More than 14,000 comments were received and taken into consideration during the rulemaking…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-20-18
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Almond Update: Almond Orchard 2025 Goals
The Almond Board of California has set aggressive goals for the industry to reach by 2025. Reduce the amount of water used to produce a pound of almonds by 20%, increase adoption…
Slight Decline in Global Demand for Cotton
According to the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report, the overall global demand for cotton appears to be on the decline. Consumption in China dropped significantly, with lower…
Ag in the Classroom Important for Every Student and Educator
…the value of agriculture and where their food comes from. Agriculture in the Classroom has been around for more than 30 years providing educators with the curriculum that incorporates agriculture…
EPA Recognizes Reducing Food Waste
…waste diversion solutions and zero waste practices during the production of commercials and live events. EcoSet diverts roughly 30,000-40,000 pounds annually through composting and food donation. In 2017, the company…
Dollar Stores Putting Pressure on Local Grocers
…there are more dollar stores in the U.S. than there are Starbucks and Walmart stores combined. The Rural Grocery Initiative established large chain stores to be the single greatest challenge…
Holiday Decorations to Keep Away from Children – Pets
…holly berries can cause vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration, and drowsiness. Children have had symptoms after swallowing as few as two holly berries. Holly leaves might also cause symptoms if eaten but,…