…Production Program contains quite a few changes compared to what growers were working with last year. Several updates have been made to testing parameters as well as compliance levels for…
NASDA Seeking Improvements to Farmers to Families Food Box Program
…in getting the program up and running but notes areas that can be improved upon. NASDA has proposed enhancements to the program which include providing vendors additional time between the…
Lawn Care Tasks Needing to Be Done for Springtime Care
…This Land of Ours program here. Lawn Care Tasks Needing to Be Done for Springtime Care Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection…
Pandemic Assistance for Producers Initiative to Provide More COVID-19 Relief
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled the Pandemic Assistance for Producers program to further support farmers and ranchers. After a review of previous relief programs, USDA identified areas…
USDA Rounding Out Fundamental Staff Appointments
…Deputy Secretary. Eyang has served in a variety of roles at USDA, including Program Analyst for the Food and Nutrition Service and Legislative Analyst in the Office of Congressional Relations….
Almond Update: Regulatory Hurdles for India’s Incredible Market
…ABC’s India Regional Program Manager Sudarshan Mazumdar highlighted the growth and trends in the Indian market and detailed their active marketing strategies for the region. Watch the ‘India: Growing Through the Pandemic’ session…
Renewal Applications for CSP Being Extended
UPDATE: Deadline Extended to April 7 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will continue accepting renewal applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) through the end of the month. Those…
The Right Companion Animals to Raise with Sheep
…any predators that wander by. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. The Right Companion Animals to Raise with Sheep https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=68S8Zx1j4Uk Best Sheep for Homesteading: Border Leicesters?…
USDA Seeks Comment on Climate-Smart Agriculture Approach
…forestry sectors to be leaders on climate smart practices to mitigate climate change. This includes making the most of USDA programs, developing new USDA-led climate strategies, strengthening existing markets and…
Best Dual-Purpose Breeds to Considering if Raising Sheep
…be slightly more prone to certain diseases. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Best Dual-Purpose Breeds to Considering if Raising Sheep https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l9RcUlVJ0f8 Border Leicester Sheep |…
DWR Issues Allocation Reduction for State Water Project
…to increase water conservation measures and reduce irrigated acreage. Dry Conditions Also Affect Central Valley Project While Central Valley Project contractors have yet to receive an allocation reduction, their allotments…
USDA to Provide $75 Million for Alternative Practices for Conservation
…Regional Conservation Partnership Program’s (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA). The AFA program prioritizes conservation solutions at multiple levels that emphasize a non-traditional approach. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…The National Ag Day program encourages Americans to reflect on the service provided by farmers and ranchers. Ag Day is meant to inspire appreciation for the importance of maintaining a…
Color Changing Flowers to Plant in the Garden for “Rainbow” Blooms
…rose diseases. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Color Changing Flowers to Plant in the Garden for “Rainbow” Blooms https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOZz0lAG0dU How-To Plant Peach Lemonade® Rose With…