The plants and fruit trees at risk of a Spotted Lanternfly infestation, and what farmers can do about it. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Spotted Lanternfly (Lycorma…
Impact Farmers Make When It Comes to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
…hope to make an even bigger impact with more on-farm carbon-capturing practices, from cover crops to anaerobic digesters. Impact Farmers Make When It Comes to Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Sponsored…
Week in Review: Almond Cash Flow Challenges & Opportunities for California Walnuts
…increased IR-4 funding. Biofungicides can plan an important role in mitigating pressures of fungicide resistance. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines directly in your inbox….
CVP Allocations Reflect Disappointing Lack of Rain and Snow
…that is clearly available will only exacerbate an unnecessary rush to pump groundwater, causing additional overdraft.” North-of-Delta contractors on the Sacramento River are receiving zero percent of their contract total,…
USDA Supports Supply Chain Enhancement with $215 Million Investment
…Development is making $150 million of American Rescue Plan Act funding available through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP). USDA is offering grants of up to $25 million each to…
Avocado Shipping Delay Puts Spotlight on Imports from Mexico
…and Plant Health Inspection Service’s Plant Protection and Quarantine Program gives some statistics that show just how many avocados come from Mexico. “The popularity of Mexican avocados is undeniable,” he…
New Coalition Seeks Additional IR-4 Funding to Support Specialty Crops
…years,” said David Beaudreau, Senior Vice President with DC Legislative and Regulatory Services. “Less than half of the total number that its authorized for is actually funded under current appropriations….
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 02-23-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers funding support for important water-related programs, an industry action plan to combat the…
Week in Review: Record Ag Exports & Farmers’ Feelings on WOTUS Revision
…is continuing to draw comments from the agricultural industry. The U.S. Department of Agriculture trade officials and other American companies within the agriculture industry will make their way to Dubai…
USDA Announces the Appointment of Karli Moore to Serve on the Farm Service Agency State Committee in California
…work. She was raised on a family farm in Lumbee tribal homelands – an experience that has shaped both her studies and professional work. She is actively focused on Indigenous…
Almond Update: Tips for Maximizing Irrigation Efficiency
…plan. Devol highlighted several considerations growers and orchard managers should keep in mind when looking at their irrigation systems. “Are the filters clean? Do you need to clean the screens?…
NASDA Sets Priorities For Farm Bill Advocacy
…a commitment to American agriculture and the critical food and nutritional assistance programs for those who need it most. Often the officials closest to farmers themselves and as co-regulators with…
First Trade Missions Since Pandemic
Photo by Tom Fisk on Pexels.com This week United States Department of Agriculture trade officials and other American companies within the agriculture industry will make their way to Dubai for…
New Funding to Combat Pest and Disease
New funding to fight invasive plant pests and disease in our country was recently announced. Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Lester-Moffitt talks about a program under the…