A new program from the California Department of Agriculture (CDFA) seeks to further incentivize conservation practices in agriculture. The Conservation Agriculture Planning Grants Program (CAPGP) provides financial support for the…
Vytelle Awarded for Global Sustainability
…the 2022 Sustainability Awards program. The Sustainability Awards honor those who have made sustainability an integral part of their business practice or overall mission. The global cattle industry is facing…
VofV: Remembering Hank Giclas, Part One
…former Senior Vice President of Science, Technology & Strategic Planning at Western Growers, who passed away in August. Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia, Secretary of the California Department…
Using A Passion for Agriculture to Educate the Next Generation
…from the traditional role of a teacher in helping students learn a particular subject, teaching agriculture has the added role of impacting the lives of the students in the program….
The California Kitchen: Stone Fruit Jubilee
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Stone Fruit Jubilee with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Ripe yellow plums on the tree. Fruit tree. Seasonal harvest. Ukraine. Here…
Industry Needs Will Guide UC Organic Agriculture Institute Efforts
Back in 2020, the University of California announced the establishment of a UC Organic Agriculture Institute. The purpose of the institute is to develop a resource specifically for the organic…
USDA Extends WIC-Related Formula Flexibilities
…Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley and now divides her time between California and North Dakota. Twitter LinkedIn Facebook WordPress…
World Food Prices Continue Falling as Supply Levels Rise
…Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley and now divides her time between California and North Dakota. Twitter LinkedIn Facebook WordPress…
Strengthening the Meat Supply Chain with Nearly $22 Million Investment
…through the Meat and Poultry Inspection Readiness Grant Program (MPIRG). Administered by USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), the program has provided a total of $54.6 million in support. The latest…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 09-06-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California joining the opposition to foreign land ownership, a new climate change adaptation…
USDA Program Feeds Children During Summer Months
…and serves as a Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley and now divides her time between California and North Dakota….
USDA Says Farm Profits to Reach Near-Record High in 2022
…Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native of California’s agriculture-rich Central Valley and now divides her time between California and North Dakota. Twitter LinkedIn Facebook WordPress…
Specialty Crop Priorities for 2023 Farm Bill
…programs to allow for better access by specialty crop producers. Along with that, continued support of research and innovation will be essential in achieving long-term sustainability. Federal investment into scientific…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 09-05-22
…of organic production is pushing the need for more grower resources and the federal milk order is worth about an extra $1/cwt for California producers. Tune in to the show…