…fiscal year 2022, $2.75 million is funding caried over from 2021 COVID-19 relief funds. Additionally, the program is being supported by $17 million in 2018 Farm Bill mandatory funding. Award…
Biden’s State of the Union Address
…supply chain. “Look, our economy roared back faster than almost anyone predicted, but the pandemic meant that businesses had a hard time hiring enough workers to keep up production in…
State of Organic Produce Report Details Notable Industry Growth in 2021
…the pandemic. “It’s a very fact-filled report that contains some really good information for anybody who’s interested,” said Seeley. “Organics continue to show growth over a record-breaking 2020. In 2021…
Supply Chain Problems Will Require Complex Series of Solutions
…Initially interrupted by COVID, the supply chain has yet to fully be righted. Many in the agricultural community are calling for more long-term solutions to prevent sizable disruption in the…
Almond Update: Strategic Retreat Helps Refocus Industry Efforts and Priorities
…happening in areas affecting the industry. The impact of COVID has highlighted the speed at which things can change and emphasized the value of industry cohesion. “Things around the…
First Trade Missions Since Pandemic
…the first U.S. trade mission in two years. The COVID-19 pandemic halted trips for developing new international markets for U.S. agriculture goods. Daniel Whitley, Administrator of USDA‘s Foreign Agricultural Service…
Enrollment Deadline for Dairy Risk Management Programs Extended
…dairy farmers have faced unprecedented uncertainty, from the ongoing pandemic to protracted natural disasters. As producers continue to manage these interconnected challenges, FSA has tools at the ready to provide…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 02-04-22
…establish a federal definition of biostimulants, also details on how to stay compliant with COVID 19 injury reporting and paid sick leave. Tune in to the show for these news…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 02-02-22
…for material to address bacterial disease in almonds and the ag industry weathering the pandemic storm. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen…
RMA Extends Crop Insurance Flexibilities to June Due to COVID-19
…20, 2022 Manager’s Bulletin, the frequently asked questions or farmers.gov/coronavirus. Additional Pandemic Assistance These flexibilities are part of USDA’s broader response to the COVID-19 pandemic. In 2021, RMA recently provided $59.5 million in…
Organic Produce Sales Over $9 Billion For First Time in 2021
…that had been closed at the beginning of COVID in 2020. “It is very apparent that consumer supermarket food purchases the past year reflected more traditional buying trends as compared…
Meat Prices Inquiry by House Oversight Subcommittee
…conglomerates may have engaged in predatory business practices, at the expense of consumers, during the pandemic.” In the last year, and amid the COVID-19 pandemic, beef prices have risen nearly…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 01-26-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the possibility of COVID vaccines holding up the supply chain, USDA report discovering…
Secretary of Transportation on HOS Regulations for Livestock Haulers
…they had extended the waiver for commercial truckers from the Federal Hours of Service (HOS) regulation until Feb. 28, 2022. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in March 2020 the FMCSA…