The Board of Directors of the Almond Board of California (ABC) officially began its new term on August 1. The ABC Board of Directors plays a significant role in the…
New Push for Rural Broadband
…of Farm Broadcasting 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…
Inflation Reduction Act Includes $4 Billion for Drought Relief
…nearly 40 million people across the West, it sustains the agricultural output of Yuma, Arizona and California’s Imperial Valley. Without fast and serious federal assistance, a significant portion of the…
Fun Facts about Farmers Markets
…Farmers Market Week now. The number of farmers markets around the nation has grown steadily for nearly the last 30 years. According to the Farmers Market Coalition, the number of…
Organic Livestock Standards Proposal Praised by Industry Groups
…is a resounding victory for organic animals, farmers, and eaters,” senior attorney with Center for Food Safety, Amy van Saun said in a press release. “The proposed rule appears to…
Farming Outreach and Education Efforts Supported with $14.5 Million Investment
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making significant investments in two farming outreach and education efforts. As part of the investment, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is funding a…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 08-09-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the early season freeze that caused $30 million in damage to California olives,…
Early Season Freeze Causes $30 Million in Damage for California Olives
…an estimated $30 million in California alone lost due to the freeze. So, we’re looking to seek additional assistance,” Houlding noted. “Many of our producers at least in California are…
Rice Field Day Coming Up August 31 in Biggs
…taking place at the Rice Experiment Station in Biggs, California. Rice Farm Advisor for Sutter, Yuba, Placer and Sacramento Counties, Whitney Brim-Deforest said there will be two main tours again…
Food Prices Post Biggest Drop Since 2008
…primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and…
Keeping A Close Eye on Crops After Unseasonal Rainfall
Unusual weather brought thunderstorms and unseasonal rainfall to multiple areas of California last week. Nearly an inch and a half of rain resulted in substantial flooding in Death Valley. Some…
Advocate for Ag During August
…the ideal time for farmers and ranchers to engage with senators and representatives about U.S. agriculture. “We hope that farmers and ranchers will take advantage of this time to schedule…
Agricultural Impacts of Inflation Reduction Act
…Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum….
Celebrating National Farmers Market Week
We’re celebrating National Farmers Market Week. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This week is National Farmers Market Week and the Department of Agriculture and Agriculture Secretary Tom…