The Almond Board of California (ABC) is now accepting nominations for two industry achievement awards. Two individuals are recognized each year for their contributions and dedication to the almond industry….
USDA Expands Access to School Breakfast and Lunch
…apply for free and reduced-price meals. School districts receive federal funding based on a formula using existing data, and local or state funds must fill any gap between program costs…
FIRA USA Proves to Be ‘Bigger and Better’ in Salinas
…throughout. Bringing the tech sector and farmers together to work through challenges. The California strawberry industry was featured as a prime example of what collaboration can achieve when working towards…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 09-27-23
…prices, California peach production upping last year’s numbers, and the governmental shutdown impacts on farmers. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to…
New Grant Program Seeks to Address Workforce Challenges
…and Protection Pilot Program (FLSP Program), with up to $65 million in grants, is being made available by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in collaboration with other federal agencies….
Next-Gen Institute for Digital Agriculture
…for decision-making and operational improvements; and other methods. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Next-Gen Institute for Digital Agriculture Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media,…
Colorado River Basin Survey Highlights Ag Concerns
…Colorado River Basin.” WLA Chief Program Officer and co-author of the study, Hallie Mahowald emphasized that people overwhelmingly favor collaborative conservation and management programs led by familiar local organizations. The…
Egyptian Citrus in the U.S. Would Be ‘Calamity’ for California Growers
…be problematic for California growers. “This is a very big threat to the California citrus industry because the fruit that Egypt produces is very low cost in terms of their…
Farmers Could Feel Effects of Government Shutdown
…than fifty thousand USDA employees being furloughed,” Torres Small said. The biggest group to be affected by a government shutdown would be those who benefit from assistance programs, such as…
Wheat Industry Supports the American Farmers Feed the World Act
…the Food for Peace (FPP) program is administered. Several agricultural industry groups have expressed appreciation for the bill’s introduction in the Senate. “It is exciting to see the Senate join…
California Peach Crop Surpasses Early Season Expectations
California growers have been pleased with a better-than-expected peach crop this year. Manager and Field Representative for the California Canning Peach Association, Sutton Hunter said it was a bit of…
USDA Expands Efforts to Prevent and Reduce Food Waste
…Community Food Projects, Competitive Grants Program to reduce food loss and waste, get surplus wholesome food to individuals, and develop linkages between food producers, providers and food recovery organizations. Since…
AgNet Weekly: Ag Labor Wages and the AEWR
…livestock industry and other matters related to California and Southeast agriculture. April 6, 2024: Jacqueline Heard, Founder and CEO, Enko – AgNet Weekly with Sabrina Halvorson April 6, 2024: Jacqueline…
Additional Payments for California Rice Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced additional payments for California rice producers. The additional financial support is being made possible through the FSA’s Rice Production Program. This program,…