…from splashing onto your plant. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Tomato Plant Disease that Can Stick Around for Years Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
More Than $92 Million in LAMP Grants Being Made Available
…support the development of value-added ag products. USDA is awarding $76.9 million to the Farmers Market and Local Food Promotion Program to support farmer’s markets and community-supported agriculture programs. A…
Most Destructive and Deadly Tomato Diseases Not Very Common
…Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Most Destructive and Deadly Tomato Diseases Not Very Common Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection…
Winegrape Pomace Holds Even More Value with Recent Discovery
Researchers have recently made a discovery in winegrape pomace that could make the byproduct even more valuable in the secondary market. A team of food scientists at the University of…
Carbon Bank Pilots Before USDA Rollout?
…for a carbon bank,” the group states in its specific recommendations. “When developing the program, USDA should mitigate potential market impacts and ensure that the program is not overly complicated…
Almond Update: Despite Unstable Chinese Market, Some Positive Indications
…China Advisor Connie Cheung noted some of the indicators that are positive for California almonds. She said cultural beliefs about food and nutrition continue to be very positive for almonds…
New Prune Varieties Ready to Take the Next Step in the Development Process
The Prune Breeding Program at UC Davis has three new promising items that are ready to take the next step in the development process. Manager of the Breeding Program, Sarah…
Common Tomato Plant Disease to Watch for in the Garden
…Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Common Tomato Plant Disease to Watch for in the Garden Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock…
U.S. Potatoes Get Green Light in Mexico
…and chipping potatoes year-round that are not currently produced there. Mexican retailers, foodservice operators, food manufactures and ultimately Mexican consumers will benefit from this wide array of high-quality potatoes available…
USDA Investing Nearly $22 Million to Improve Soil Health and Climate Smart Ag
…Agriculture (NIFA) is investing in several important programs to assist ag producers navigate the effects of climate change and its impact on production. Through its Agriculture and Food Research Initiative…
What Are the Best Pepper Varieties to Grow in the Garden
…Scotch Bonnet. They are like fireballs in your garden. They look like habaneros, but the peppers are shorter and fatter. If you love spicy, Caribbean food, you need to grow these…
Ag Exporters: ‘We Need Action Now; Not Additional Studies’
…its enforcement options.” DOT is also being asked to provide assistance to exporters through its existing authority. Nearly 300 associations and industry groups signed the letter including the American Farm…
UC SAREP Reinstates Grant Program with $77,000 in Awards
…on the program. Eleven recipients were recently named for its 2021 Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems Small Grants Program. A total of $77,000 in funding will go towards supporting a…
Best Carrot Varieties to Grow in the Garden
…them into one packet. This is perfect for gardeners who can’t make up their mind! Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Best Carrot Varieties to Grow…