…nation’s premier competitive, peer-reviewed grants program for fundamental and applied agricultural sciences. In the seven years since AFRI was established, the program has led to true innovations and ground-breaking discoveries…
USDA Increases Sugar Quantity, Access
…increasing demand in the U.S. market, and which also requires further processing, this additional sugar must have a polarity of less than 99.2 degrees. Background: Sugar program provisions require the…
Funding Available for Foundational Agricultural Research
…proposed for the plant breeding for agricultural production program area, improving the food safety program area, as well as $3 million for the Critical Agriculture Research and Extension (CARE) program…
Agriculture Committee Leaders Raise Concerns
…proposed rule to modify retailer eligibility requirements in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The proposal extends beyond Congressional intent laid out in the 2014 Farm Bill and contains several…
Lower Cost for Refinancing Rural Housing
…should contact a USDA housing specialist. For additional details on these new changes, please see page 26461 of the May 3 Federal Register. To learn more about USDA housing programs,…
Veterans for Hire
For military personnel making the transition into civilian life, many will be choosing to go into careers in Agriculture. Cathy Isom tells us about the USDA program that helps military…
CDFA Outreach to Seniors
CDFA’s outreach to senior citizens at Senior Rally Day From: CDFA Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is a 100 percent federally funded program…
California CCA Exam Signup Open
…More information on the California CCA program is at www.cacca.org. You can contact Steve Beckley at (916)539-4107 or steve.beckley48@gmail.com for more information. The California CCA Program is also on Facebook….
Benefits of Farmers’ Markets
…That story is coming up on This Land of Ours. Benefits of Farmers’ Markets From: Local Harvest.org Farmers’ Markets Farmers’ markets are one of the oldest forms of direct marketing…
Vacancy on the Rendering Industry Advisory Board
…Secretary on all matters pertaining to the MPES Rendering Program, including: Adoption, modification, and repeal of regulations and procedures Procedures for employment, training, supervision, and compensation of inspectors and other…
Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry Results
…10 Building Blocks for Climate Smart Agriculture, a comprehensive set of voluntary programs and initiatives that is expected to reduce net emissions and enhance carbon sequestration by over 120 million…
Almond Update: EQIP Program
…for up to three years for use of qualified harvesters. Check with your equipment dealer for information on specific models of harvesters currently covered by the program. More information about…
Toolkits for Starting Farmer’s Markets
…local food system initiatives. It includes seven modules and guidance to evaluate investments in local and regional food systems. Read more. Also, learn about the USDA Farmers Market Promotion Program….
Agri View: Ag College Enrollment
…equine science and veterinary technology. Other considerations: Programs should offer a variety of classes, including animal/plant science, agricultural computer software, animal anatomy, agriculture safety, public policy and research. Look for…