…would, thereby also causing pest pressure to increase to pretty significant levels. We actually saw live worms coming in from the field. It was just a really, really bad year.”…
Risk Management Tool for Specialty Crop Producers
…that compliments yours. “Just because you find an agent the first time,” Bunger said, “that doesn’t mean you have to buy. But, get a sense of if you have a…
Agriculture Secretary Explains Significance of ‘Product of USA’ Label Rule
The USDA finalized a rule to align the voluntary “Product of USA” label claim with consumer understanding of what the claim means. U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the rule…
‘Product of USA’ Labeling Rule Finalized by USDA
…better align with consumer expectations. The “Product of USA” rule mandates that products bearing this label must come from animals born, raised, slaughtered, and processed in the United States. “Today’s…
AgNet Weekly: Greg Ruehle on Policy for Sorghum Producers
Sabrina Halvorson stops by the National Sorghum Producers booth at the Commodity Classic and speaks with Executive Director Greg Ruehle. Topics include the Farm Bill and sorghum in California. Each…
Almond Update: Upcoming Pest Management Workshops
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is gearing up to host a series of pest management workshops in the coming weeks. ABC Outreach and Education Specialist Gary Castillo said the…
Mentorship Program for Women in Food and Agriculture
Continuing mentorship opportunities for women in ag. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alltech is proud to continue partnering with the “Women in Food & Agriculture Program.” Applications…
AgNet Weekly: Brian Kuehl on Ag Tax Bill and Future of the Farm Bill
We’re reporting from Commodity Classic this week, where Sabrina talks with Brian Kuehl about a tax bill that’s important to agriculture and the future of the farm bill. Each week…
Funding Announced for Renewable Tech in Ag
…under the Distributed Wind Competitiveness Improvement Project (CIP), which funds distributed wind technology development, testing, certification, and commercialization. CIP provides support to U.S. component suppliers and manufacturers of small- and…
Almond Update: Nutrient Summit Presentations Now Available
…the presentations from the Nutrient Summit offer valuable guidance for almond growers. Videos of all of the presentations are available at Almonds.com/Summits. Listen to the segment below. Brian German Ag…
World Ag Expo® Kicks Off in Tulare, CA
…The red carpet rolls out on Tuesday for Opening Ceremonies at 8:00 a.m. in the Heritage Complex Banquet Hall. The ceremonial opening will begin with an awards ceremony for Top-10…
Almond Update: Preparing for Board of Directors Election Process
…to actively shape the future of California almonds. Industry members have an opportunity to serve or just vote. Almonds.com/elections serves as a comprehensive resource covering the entire election process. “There’s…
USDA Spotlight on Specialty Crops
…designed for specialty crop producers, to research, to market and promotion opportunities,” Lester Moffitt said. Specialty Crop Competitiveness Initiative According to the USDA, the Specialty Crop Competitiveness Initiative aims to…
AgNet Weekly: President Pauses Pending LGN Exports
…Trade, Labor, and more 13:03 April 6, 2024: Jacqueline Heard, Founder and CEO, Enko 13:10 March 30, 2024: Policy for Prescribed Fires 13:44 March 23, 2024: Policy Expert Fran Miller…