…Richard Linton says, “Kansas State University is working across disciplines to solve global agricultural problems.” The institute will also work toward building public-private partnerships through conducting and facilitating research and…
Colorado River Basin Survey Highlights Ag Concerns
…agricultural community are deeply concerned about water shortages and have already implemented some water-saving measures. However, the effectiveness of recent state and federal initiatives to fund conservation in the Basin…
Deadlines Approaching for AIM for Climate Components
…the upcoming United Nations COP 28 Ministerial. And as Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack noted at a recent foreign policy food forum: “There’s a deadline. We’re submitting the next Iteration of…
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…
California Peach Crop Surpasses Early Season Expectations
…a lot lighter than we expected.” Initially, the outlook was uncertain due to uneven fruit distribution across trees, making it challenging to predict the yield accurately. However, as the season…
Week in Review: New Fusarium Threat to Strawberries & Citrus Season Starts with A Storm
…a residential property in Ventura County. A new report highlights some of the issues that agricultural truck drivers are facing and presents possible solutions. Stay informed about the latest agricultural…
Additional Payments for California Rice Producers
…impacted many agricultural producers, record high increases in 2022 had a disproportionate economic impact on rice producers,” said California FSA Executive Director Blong Xiong. “I am pleased that Congress authorized…
Conservation Assistance to Be Supported By $70 Million Investment
…their reach to beginning farmers, limited resource farmers, socially disadvantaged farmers, veterans, and students interested in agricultural careers. The Equity in Conservation Outreach Cooperative Agreements encompass projects that educate and…
New H-2A Rules Proposed by Department of Labor
…for Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States. The NPRM will be open for public comment for 60 days after publication in the Federal Register….
National Farm Health and Safety Week
…issues and accidents in the agricultural community. It’s just one of the organizations taking part in Farm Health and Safety Week nationally. For its part, AgriSafe Network is hosting free…
Agricultural Truck Drivers Detail Industry Challenges in New Report
A new report highlights some of the issues that agricultural truck drivers are facing and presents possible solutions. The report, “Ensuring the Supply of Agricultural Truck Drivers: What the State…
Week in Review: New Fusarium Threat to Strawberries & Citrus Season Starts with A Storm
…a tariff reduction for U.S. almonds, Indian officials have made good on their commitment. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the latest agricultural headlines in your inbox every week….
Three Legislative Recommendations from Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance
…fruit and vegetable incentive projects that work in a variety of retail settings would also be prioritized under the bill. The Expanding Agricultural Exports Act is also being supported by…
India to Reduce Tariffs on More U.S. Ag Products
…cranberries are being lowered. The action follows the lowering of tariffs on almonds, walnuts, and other U.S. agricultural products which took effect last week. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA and…