…signing a Herd Monitoring Plan agreement. USDA strongly encourages dairy producers to enroll in this new program. Beyond the benefits for their own operations, increased producer participation may help USDA…
The Science of Soil From Feeding Minds Press
…that tells the story of Jackie and her garden friends as they discover the wonders of soil and how things grow. Loaded with scientific facts about soil, plants, pollinators, decomposers,…
Long-Term Drought Plan for the State Water Project
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has released its first comprehensive Long-term Drought Plan for the State Water Project (SWP). This plan addresses the potential impacts of future droughts…
Study Details How Another Trade War with China Could Harm California Farmers
…retaliate with its own tariffs on American products, including agricultural goods. The study, titled “Revoking China’s Preferred Trade Status Would Be Costly for California Agriculture,” highlights the potential fallout for…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 05-30-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the long-term drought plan for the state water project is published and USDA…
‘Slow and Steady Price Increases’ in Global Dairy Report
…strength in commodities like cheese and nonfat dry milk, which are experiencing increased demand. This is “good news overall for dairy farmers,” Fuess said. For American producers, the largest importer…
House Subcommittee Advances AM for Every Vehicle Act
By dubassy/DepositPhotos image Lawmakers recently advanced the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act out of a subcommittee. The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Innovation, Data and Commerce marked up…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 05-28-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, federal agencies have announced a joint regulatory plan for biotechnology, and a new…
Nearly $28 Million in RAPP Funding Going to California Groups
…is allocating a total of $300 million in RAPP funding to help build demand for American food and farm exports. A total of 66 organizations have been awarded through the…
North American Organizations Call for More Opportunities for Beef Producers
North American industry groups are collaborating to raise concerns about the future of beef producers. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Confederación Nacional de Organizaciones Ganaderas, and Canadian Cattle Association sent…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 05-24-24
…American organizations are calling for more opportunities for beef. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…
Farm Bill Advances After House Ag Approval
The proposed farm bill is moving forward in the House. The House Agriculture Committee approved its version of the farm bill, H.R. 8467 Farm, Food and National Security Act of…
House Passes FIT21 Act
…of an investment contract. The bill creates a process to permit the secondary market trading of digital commodities if they are part of an investment contract. FIT21 requires customer disclosure,…
Concerns for Another Proposed Mill Tax Increase
…budget deficit. While Governor Gavin Newsom presented his revised budget plan which includes spending cuts in several areas, he is supporting the increased tax on pesticides, which will help add…