…an average payment of $141 per acre under historical conditions. Expanded Program Options for Growers The policy updates also make key changes to crop insurance options, particularly improving the relationship…
EPA Region 9 Administrator Meets with Ag Leaders on Air Quality
…Association (Western Treenut Association). Administrator Cook was joined by several federal and state leaders including: Connie Conway, State Executive Director for the USDA Farm Service Agency Carlos Suarez, State Conservationist…
IFPA Pushes Produce for Better U.S. Health Policy
…that food is medicine. Policy Priorities IFPA’s key recommendations include: Produce Prescriptions as a Covered Benefit: Making fruits and vegetables a reimbursable part of federal health care programs, allowing doctors…
Homegrown Organic: Stephen Paul on Fruit, Figs, Farming Future
…eventually become citizens—while maintaining standards and accountability.” He highlighted Homegrown’s certification with the Equitable Food Initiative (EFI), an American-based program focused on labor responsibility and fair practices. On Trade, Tariffs,…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 07-21-25
…industry and its growing season. Joining the program is Ian LeMay, President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission, who shares an in-depth update on this year’s crop. Following…
Trump Administration Ends Regional Food Business Centers Program
…Business Centers—a key initiative launched to support small farmers and local food enterprises across the United States. Trump Administration Ends Regional Food Business Centers Program A COVID-Era Initiative Designed for…
Boosting Beef Demand Through Sustainability and Consumer Trust
…care and the environment, it’s now just about showing it.” She points to the Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program as a prime example. The BQA program promotes best practices in…
USDA Opens Sign-Up for Supplemental Disaster Relief Program
…not have already received a 2022 Emergency Relief (ER) Program payment for the same crop year. Funding and Structure of the Program The program is backed by $16 billion in…
Yuma, Arizona: Winter Lettuce Capital Powering Ag Innovation
…Tanimura & Antle’s collaboration spans California, Mexico, and Yuma, bringing extensive resources and experience to the startups incubated through The Reservoir. A new startup has already joined the program, signaling…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 07-15-25
…and wide-ranging program that covered urgent issues impacting California agriculture. The show kicked off with a look at the extreme summer heat and the high-quality produce it’s bringing in —…
CDFA Opens Grant Program for Invasive Pest Management
…Program—formerly known as Proactive IPM Solutions. With a total of $500,000 in funding, the program aims to bolster efforts in identifying and managing invasive pests threatening California agriculture. CDFA Opens…
California Fresh Fruit Industry Faces Crisis
…and FFA supporter, believes deeply in agricultural education. “It’s a labor of love,” he said, praising the values of hard work, perseverance, and stewardship passed down through generations. Final Message…
Farming Innovation and Rural Sustainability: Inside The Reservoir
…resource management?” he asked. These innovations not only reduce costs but also promote environmental stewardship. Rural Sustainability at the Core Beyond on-farm benefits, The Reservoir is deeply committed to sustaining…
Fixing Ag Labor: Cunha Pushes for Legal Guest Worker Program
…ease pressure on both farmers and the southern border. Fixing Ag Labor: Cunha Pushes for Legal Guest Worker Program “If we have an immigration program that’s viable and working, we…