…Program. This grant opportunity supports on-farm demonstration and evaluation projects that utilize innovative, biologically-based farming systems. The goal is to promote sustainable pest management while maintaining crop yields and farm…
July 15th Deadline: FSA Urges Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports
…that provide a vital safety net.” Filing a crop acreage report ensures eligibility for essential assistance programs, including: Disaster assistance Conservation programs Crop insurance According to the FSA, a crop…
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program
Wine Grape Growers Asked to Vote on Extension of Pierce’s Disease Program Ballots Due June 12 for Assessment Program Supporting Critical Research California wine grape growers are being urged to…
California Table Grape Season Begins with Optimism and Strong Quality
…2025 crop not only reflects strong agricultural stewardship but also reinforces California’s reputation as a leader in global fruit production. Looking Ahead While challenges remain, including environmental and regulatory pressures…
Honeybee Health Program Moves Through California Assembly
The California State Assembly passed a bill led by Assemblymember Rhodesia Ransom to create a honey bee health program under the California Department of Food and Agriculture earlier this year….
New Bi-lingual Educational Video Released
To further assist growers, Coalition of Urban Rural Environmental Stewardship has released a new bi-lingual educational video featuring Dr. Douglas Amaral, a specialist in agricultural science. The video focuses on…
CDFA Urges Growers to Renew Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Certification
…its Irrigation and Nitrogen Management Program to complete their self-certification renewal before the fast-approaching July 1 deadline. To maintain certification, participants must complete three hours of CDFA In-Field Measurement Program…
Almond Update: ABC Almond Leadership Program Supports FFA Scholarships
Courtesy of the Almond Board of California The Almond Board of California is deeply committed to cultivating the future of agriculture through its Almond Leadership Program, which provides financial support…
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…and Communications, Jenny Nicolau, discuss the annual California State FFA conference in Sacramento, where they interviewed and awarded $29,000 in scholarships to 11 students through the Almond Leadership Program, totaling…
Drought Causes Significant Challenges to California Farmers
…intended to protect endangered species, frequently fail to deliver tangible benefits. Instead, he suggests that a more balanced approach could ensure both ecological conservation and agricultural sustainability. Without meaningful reform,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Economic Impact of Rural Electrification
…impacted rural economies, keeping them primarily agricultural-based. He points out that businesses and factories preferred urban locations where electrical power was readily available. Mark concludes today’s program by highlighting a…
Rollins on Major Components of the Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
…initiative focuses on streamlining and simplifying USDA tools, making essential resources more accessible and efficient for both new and multi-generational farmers. By improving the accessibility of agricultural programs and funding…
Rollins Lays Out Policies of Small Farms Farmer First Initiative
…sustainability. The initiative focuses on streamlining and simplifying USDA tools, making essential resources more accessible and efficient for both new and multi-generational farmers. By improving the accessibility of agricultural programs…
American Agriculture History Minute: Vision for Rural Electrification
…the election decisively, and rural electrification became an integral part of his New Deal program. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you…