…to be very effective. “We know that this parasitoid is very specific. It does not target any other organism,” said Walton. “We’re releasing them in these natural environments around where…
VofV: Grimmway Farms’ Jeff Morrison on Using Business Acumen to Direct Agtech Investments
…company’s investment is a universal concern, and he’s traveled extensively throughout Europe and Australia to learn how they have worked to solve the problems now faced by farmers in the…
Early Season Freeze Causes $30 Million in Damage for California Olives
…eligible for crop insurance and we continue to try to work to improve that program but in a year like this, that falls short.” Listen to the radio report below….
Tomato Pest and Disease Field Day Coming Up August 17
…on diseases and we’re incorporating in broomrape for this year because it’s such a big problem,” Sweet noted. “A big emphasis of the field day will be on the work…
Agricultural Impacts of Inflation Reduction Act
…that, about $40 billion will go to USDA for climate-smart agriculture programs; biofuel development; forest restoration work; renewable energy tax credits; conservation technical assistance; and rural electric cooperative carbon capture…
Comment Period Extended for Poultry Contracting Proposal
…comments at www.regulations.gov. We underscore that you may submit comments anonymously. USDA is taking these steps to help ensure the integrity of the Federal rulemaking process and to ensure all…
Innovation to Have Broader Impact on Ag Labor Than Immigration Policy
…more pronounced effect on the future of ag labor, as migration patterns continue to shift. “We will see more H-2A workers coming from Mexico and we will need to see…
Delicate Balance of International Trade and Markets
The balance of international trade and markets. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. American Agri-Women hosted the Global Food and Energy Supply Conversation recently to respond to member…
COVER Act Seeks to Further Incentivize Cover Crop Implementation
…also fighting, climate change,” AFT Conservation and Climate Policy Manager, Samantha Levy said in a press release. “We have seen this program work on the state level and now at…
Standard of Identity for Olive Oil Would Be ‘Significant Advancement’
…in a highly competitive market. “The Standard of Identity signifies the first time that we would ever have a mandatory olive oil standard for all olive oil regardless of origin…
California is Experiencing a Shortage of Ag Mechanics Teachers
…bunch, probably eight or ten, through our program, and then we have now a larger influx that’s coming out,” Mckenna said. “So, it really comes in waves, whether or not…
MSOB: Determining Where Biologicals Fit in IPM Program
…Johnson said that their BioUnite program can help growers navigate some of the uncertainty when it comes to combining biological products with synthetic chemistries. “The question arises, ‘well which synthetics…
Agriculture at Disadvantage When it Comes to Political Influence
…A portion of that money is dedicated to Political Action Committees. Puglia noted that kind of system does not exist in agriculture, which can make political influence challenging for the…
New NPB VP Suggests Volunteering, Talks Priorities
Strengthening the pork industry through volunteers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Volunteer involvement will strengthen any organization. Bob Ruth, the newly elected National Pork Board (NPB) vice…