Delta Smelt (Hypomesus transpacificus). Native to the Sacramento–San Joaquin River Delta region of northern California. Courtesy of UC Davis By Zephyrwang21 – Own work, CC0 Wikipedia image President Donald Trump…
APHIS and CDFA Expand Sweet Orange Scab Quarantine
…for sweet orange scab (SOS) in Orange County, California, due to a detection in a residential property. This expansion does not affect commercial citrus. SOS_PQM_OverviewGridDownload Grid #439 Grid #456 Grid…
USDA Accepts EQIP Applications on a Continuous Basis
…are accepted throughout the year. Producers, landowners and forest managers interested in applying for assistance should contact the NRCS. To learn more about EQIP and other continuous signup programs, contact…
Agronomic Minute: New Fungicide Offers Almond Growers a Fresh Approach
…a new solution. Common early-season almond diseases include anthracnose, bacterial spot, brown rot, jacket rot, leaf blight, scab, and shot hole. “Being proactive and knowing what products work best is…
Voices of the Valley: Connecting Community to Farms and Fields
…of how food gets from farm to table. SEEAG is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bridging the gap between farmers and the community by educating students and the public about…
Richard Fordyce Appointed Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation
…back to USDA to work on behalf of America’s farmers and ranchers is like—it’s just, I mean, it’s very humbling,” he said. Fordyce’s agricultural background gives him firsthand experience with…
Interim Rule on Technical Guidelines for Climate-Smart Agriculture Crops Used as Biofuel Feedstocks Announced
…be published on January 17. Interested parties may submit comments during the 60-day public comment period. Learn more about this interim rule, or contact Bill Hohenstein, Director of the Office of…
Beagle Brigade Secures the Nation’s Agricultural Gateways
…in safeguarding the country’s farms and crops from invasive pests. Deployed at major airports, border crossings, and postal facilities, these highly trained detection dogs work in tandem with their human…
Enrollment Opened for 2025 Farm and Dairy Safety-Net Programs
…certain level. How to Enroll: Producers interested in enrolling in these programs should contact their local USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. Enrollment can be completed in person, by mail,…
California Wildfires Also Affecting Agriculture
…that back in December with the Franklin fire that burned through some agricultural communities, and that has happened again.” “The damage is extensive to farm buildings, to fencing, and to…
Craig Denounces Proposed Cuts to Farm Bill Programs
…She believes cutting these resources would favor larger utility companies over smaller rural cooperatives, leading to higher energy costs for households in rural areas. Craig expresses willingness to work with…
USDA Finalizes Key Reforms for Farmers
…renew contracts. The withdrawn rule, titled Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets, was proposed in June 2024 and garnered over 13,000 public comments. While the USDA remains committed to…
USDA Confirms Poultry Rule Will Not Be Finalized
…aimed at fostering competition and fairness in the agriculture sector. “We’ve worked hard to provide stronger leverage for producers and ensure the marketplace is competitive,” he said. The rule’s withdrawal…
Newly Elected Congressman Adam Gray Highlights Agriculture, Water Challenges
…Growing up in Merced, Gray’s roots are deeply tied to the agricultural community. “My family ran a company called Merced Dairy Supply, an equipment company and small family feed store,”…