…consumer products like ant baits or flea treatments for pets. DPR has provided guidance for pesticide sellers, applicators, and county agricultural commissioners to ensure compliance with the new law. The…
USDA Seeks U.S. Food Producers for Virtual Trade Event
…companies producing consumer-oriented foods, including organic and gluten-free products, are encouraged to apply by the October 7, 2024 deadline. For more information, interested producers can contact the USDA at virtualtradeevents@usda.gov….
American Agriculture History Minute: Agronomist Played a Key Role in the Green Revolution
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. DepositPhotos image Norman Borlaug, in 2004. By Ben Zinner, United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Public Domain/Wikimedia Commons He was…
Pistachio Production Short Course
Pistachio picker at work with his red pail during harvest season DepositPhotos image The 2024 Advances in Pistachio Production Short Course, organized by UC Davis, offers a comprehensive three-day training…
Potential Changes from Overturning the Chevron Doctrine
…stated, “This landmark decision will take years to fully play out, but the potential consequences cannot be understated.” State agriculture departments often work closely with federal agencies to implement these…
California Table Grape Growers Offer Scholarships for 2025
…have worked as a field worker in a California table vineyard during the 2024 harvest or plan to work during the 2025 season. The third scholarship, the Agriculture Scholarship, also…
Almond Listening Tour: An Opportunity for Growers to Engage with the Industry
…Taylor Hillman, Senior Specialist of Industry Communications at the Almond Board of California, the 2023 tour received positive feedback. “We received amazing feedback,” Hillman said. “It was an introduction for…
Agriculture’s Role in Addressing Climate Change Discussed at NYC Climate Week
…in the spotlight as a component of addressing climate change, with recognition of its potential to provide solutions beyond reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Speaking at a New York Climate Week…
Support Network for Financially Stressed Producers
…Agreements, this national network will connect distressed borrowers with individualized assistance to help them stabilize and regain financial footing. Network partners include Farm Aid, the University of Arkansas, the University…
IFPA Policy Retreat Charts Course for Advocacy in 2025
DepositPhotos image International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) brought together volunteer leaders serving on the U.S. Government Relations Council and Political Advisory Committee in Washington, D.C. this month to dive into…
Registration Open for CA Avocado Society Annual Meeting
…members can register for $110. Registration does go up in cost after October 18th. The meeting will be held in Pala CA, which is near Temecula. Sessions include a hands-on…
American Agriculture History Minute: British Government’s Attempt to Restrict Expansion
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. By letf.luis@gmail.com/DepositPhotos image The British government attempted to restrict westward expansion with the ineffective Proclamation Line of 1763 that was abolished…
American Agriculture History Minute: Farmers Move Across America
I’m Mark Oppold with today’s American Agriculture History Minute. By marzolino/DepositPhotos image After the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and the American victory in the War of 1812, plus the building…
Addressing Farm Labor Challenges Through Technology
Lake Forest, California: Immigrant migrant seasonal farm field workers work a field and pick and package strawberries in Lake Forest, California. By mikeledray/DepositPhotos image Collaborative efforts are underway that seek…