In this special early episode, host Sabrina Halvorson talks one-on-one with U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack about the effects a government shutdown would have on farmers around the nation. Each…
Almond Update: Nominations Being Accepted for Industry Achievement Awards
…with long-standing and direct involvement in the industry. They demonstrate lasting impact and commitment to the almond industry.” Last year’s winner was Brian Ezell from the Wonderful Company. Other winners…
Almond Update: Almond Industry Gatherings Coming Up in October
…asking for registration. Industry members can do so by going to almonds.com/events and they can see it on the calendar.” Listen to Hillman’s interview below. Brian German Ag News Director…
APHIS Finalizes Changes to Import Regulations for Horses
…requirements and measures to ensure horses are transported safely; and miscellaneous clarifications and corrections. This final rule is on display in today’s Federal Register at https://www.federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2023-19864/imports-horses. It will be effective on…
USDA Announces Projects to Boost Access to Green Space for Millions
…ecological benefits to urban and Tribal communities across the country. Grantees used the White House Council on Environmental Quality’s Climate and Economic Justice Screening Tool to help identify disadvantaged communities. This geospatial…
Almond Update: Improving Grower Efficiency with Postharvest Technology
…practices. Hundal noted that optical sorters have been one of the major technological upgrades that is demonstrating significant value. “They capture real-time pictures of the almonds. We can record how…
One Week Left to Apply for New Organic Transition Pilot Program
…is complete and organic certification has been achieved. Farmers and ranchers need support during this challenging period of change, and that’s why this new Organic Transition Program is so important.”…
Celebrating California Wine Month
…friends.” You can find that eBook for free at discoverCaliforniawines.com. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Celebrating California Wine Month Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet…
Almond Update: Incentive Opportunities for Growers
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is making it easier for growers to access incentive opportunities. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said they have redesigned their Almonds.com/Incentives…
AgNet Weekly: EATS Act Part Two
…the EATS Act. This week we hear from the opposition. Marty Irby, President of Competitive Market Action and Board Secretary at the Organization for Competitive Markets tells us why he…
The California Kitchen: Calimyrna Fig Salad
…Calimyrna Fig Salad below. The California Kitchen: Calimyrna Fig Salad For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku,…
AgNet Weekly: EATS Act Part One
…Marty Irby, President of Competitive Market Action and Board Secretary at the Organization for Competitive Markets. But we’re starting out this week with a group in favor. On the phone…
Almond Update: Organizational Lessons Learned in Years of Hardship
…when appropriate.” Another one of the organizational lessons that was learned in light of industry challenges has been the emphasis on better communication. Schmidt noted that the “just in time”…
AgNet Weekly: Sens. Boozman, Cramer, and Hoeven on Farm Bill Issues
…Agriculture Appropriations Committee Senator John Hoeven of North Dakota. It was at a Farm Bill roundtable held in Fargo, and hosted by Senator Kevin Cramer of North Dakota. She got…