…can benefit financially as well. According to a recent study by the Beef Checkoff-funded BQA program and conducted by Colorado State University (CSU), results show a significant premium for calves…
Preparing for the Next Phase of the Produce Safety Rule
…with the prioritization of inspections, as well as verify which commodities are grown and determine which farms may qualify for an exemption. CDFA has established the Produce Safety Program (PSP)…
Grape Assessment Increase, and Decrease
…Program and/or assessment may be referred to the Program at (916) 900-5024. Source: USDA/NASS and California Department of Food and Agriculture Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026…
Multiple Funding Sources Focused on Addressing Nutria Population
…invasive species since it was discovered back in 2017 after initially having been eradicated 40 years ago. CDFW has indicated that the nutria program has confirmed over 600 rodents have…
Industry Reaction to Trade Aid Announcement
…Farmer Co-ops Applaud Announcement of Market Facilitation Program Payment Rates Washington, D.C. (NCFC) — The National Council of Farmer Cooperatives today applauded the announcement of Market Facilitation Program payment rates…
USDA Announces Details of Support Package for Farmers
…that participate in The Emergency Feeding Assistance Program (TEFAP), elderly feeding programs such as the Commodity Supplemental Foods Program (CSFP), and tribes that operate the Food Distribution Program on Indian…
Almond Update: Intern Helps Bridge Industry, Highlights Leadership Program
…Industry Resource Directory. Dias is also creating a video to highlight the Almond Leadership Program and she has helped provide agriculture education to elementary school students. Listen to Dias’ entire…
MFP Details: ‘Minimum of $15 an Acre Initially’
The agriculture industry is anxiously awaiting more information about the Market Facilitation Program (MFP) with MFP details expected to be announced in the coming days. Vice President of Washington Operations…
California Groups Receive Nearly One-Third of Latest ATP Payments
The latest round of support from the Agricultural Trade Promotion Program (ATP) has provided California-based agricultural groups with more than $31 million in ATP payments. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny…
Raising Royal Palm Turkeys for Meat or for Show?
…the Royal Palm, they are able to breed naturally. If you are interested in turkey conservation, or preservation, this makes a fantastic project bird. Any individual interested in showing a…
NVV Further Sustainability Efforts with Porto Protocol Commitment
…and improving sustainability efforts. Stults highlighted their involvement in the Napa Green sustainability certification program, as well as working with the Scripps Institute of Oceanography in analyzing historical Napa Valley…
Guest-Worker Reforms Essential as Enforcement Increases
…improved and more affordable H-2A guest-worker program. Currently, farmers with year-round worker needs, such as dairy and livestock, are unable to use the program and that’s not right. An adequate…
CAWG Foundation Awards Student Scholarships
…the program’s inception in 1998, the foundation has awarded $464,500 in scholarships. Funds are raised through the generous donations of members of the California Association of Winegrape Growers and the…
USDA Awards Agricultural Trade Promotion Funding
…Promotion Program (ATP) to help U.S. farmers and ranchers identify and access new export markets. In May, President Trump authorized USDA to provide up to $16 billion in programs to support…