…for more wildfire assistance. “As California and the West continue to contend with historic and destructive wildfire seasons, it has become clear that we are entering a “new normal” in…
Week in Review: Dismal Snowpack Reflects Drought Conditions, More COVID Relief Coming
The latest manual snow survey from the Department of Water Resources (DWR) reflects a dismal snowpack. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has unveiled the Pandemic Assistance for Producers program to…
Latest COVID Relief Package to Benefit Cotton Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced additional coronavirus relief is on the way for farmers and ranchers. Additional aid will be provided through the existing Coronavirus Food Assistance…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 03-26-21
…of the Pandemic Assistance for Producers program from Sec. Vilsack, and nursery demand ramping up after a slow end to 2020. Tune in to the show for these news stories,…
Pandemic Assistance for Producers Initiative to Provide More COVID-19 Relief
…Act. Payment rates and eligibility for CFAP 1, CFAP 2, and CFAP AA have been adjusted to provide more support for producers. Part four involves reopening the sign-up period for…
Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California
…all areas of California are now considered natural disaster areas due to drought. The designation from Secretary Vilsack means that farmers and ranchers are considered eligible for assistance programs through…
Coalition Highlights Value of Crop Insurance as Congress Develops Budget
…assistance to farmers in a way that helps lenders continue to support America’s farmers and ranchers.” The coalition notes that farmers, lenders, and lawmakers alike agree that crop insurance is…
President Biden Ready to Sign Latest COVID Relief Legislation
…to the provisions supporting the industry. “In many respects, the American Rescue Plan is a positive development. In the immediate term, it provides crucial assistance for both unemployed and food…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…bring much-needed nutrition assistance and financial relief to millions of families struggling to pay the bills and put healthy food on the table,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a…
Speedier COVID Assistance Expected with New USDA Leadership in Place
With the U.S. Department of Agriculture finalizing leadership positions, assistance for producers affected by COVID should be on the way soon. Vice President of Washington Operations for the National Cotton…
Partnership Looks to Enhance Organic Conservation Practices
…has typically worked mostly with conventional farmers, the conservation practices supported by NRCS fit all types of operations. NRCS has assistance available for all sizes of farming operations that can…
American Farm Bureau Seeking CFAP Application Extension
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is seeking additional time for producers to apply for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). Friday, February 26 is the current deadline to apply…
Industry Members Asked to Participate in Citrus Thrip Research
Researchers are asking for assistance from industry members as they investigate citrus thrips. The pest populations have been known to rapidly develop resistance to management materials. Thrips can cause issues…
Latest Pandemic Relief Bill Continues to Advance
…applaud the House Agriculture Committee for their efforts and urge the rest of the chamber to provide Americans with much-needed assistance by swiftly passing this bill,” National Farmers Union President…