…Company of Sacramento, projects annual pistachio production from now through 2031. As the 2023 crop is being harvested in California, Tootelian’s projections estimate 1.36 billion pounds from 453,750 bearing acres….
USDA Expands Access to School Breakfast and Lunch
…apply for free and reduced-price meals. School districts receive federal funding based on a formula using existing data, and local or state funds must fill any gap between program costs…
New Grant Program Seeks to Address Workforce Challenges
…and Protection Pilot Program (FLSP Program), with up to $65 million in grants, is being made available by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in collaboration with other federal agencies….
Next-Gen Institute for Digital Agriculture
…for decision-making and operational improvements; and other methods. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Next-Gen Institute for Digital Agriculture Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media,…
Colorado River Basin Survey Highlights Ag Concerns
…Colorado River Basin.” WLA Chief Program Officer and co-author of the study, Hallie Mahowald emphasized that people overwhelmingly favor collaborative conservation and management programs led by familiar local organizations. The…
Farmers Could Feel Effects of Government Shutdown
…for food or housing. “It certainly would have an effect on programs that are funded through annual appropriations. So, for starters, a shutdown would jeopardize vital nutrition assistance for nearly…
Wheat Industry Supports the American Farmers Feed the World Act
…the Food for Peace (FPP) program is administered. Several agricultural industry groups have expressed appreciation for the bill’s introduction in the Senate. “It is exciting to see the Senate join…
USDA Expands Efforts to Prevent and Reduce Food Waste
…Community Food Projects, Competitive Grants Program to reduce food loss and waste, get surplus wholesome food to individuals, and develop linkages between food producers, providers and food recovery organizations. Since…
Additional Payments for California Rice Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced additional payments for California rice producers. The additional financial support is being made possible through the FSA’s Rice Production Program. This program,…
Conservation Assistance to Be Supported By $70 Million Investment
…agriculture. The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has chosen 139 projects with various organizations for one to three-year partnerships to encourage participation in NRCS programs. These initiatives will extend…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 09-22-23
…reflecting the fight between the Senate, mating disruptions going mainstream for combating NOW in orchards, and details on the Enteric Methane Reduction Research Program. Tune in to the show for…
Enteric Methane Reduction Research Program Accepting Applications
…Research Program is part of California Climate Investments which uses Cap-and-Trade funds to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The California Budget Act of 2022 allocates $9.5 million to support demonstration trials…
Majority of U.S. Apples Used in Juices
…Land Of Ours program here. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports…
USDA Study Underscores Importance of Food Safety Education Month
…Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. USDA Study Underscores Importance of Food Safety Education Month Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning…