…curiosity about the origins of their food. In addition to exposing urban students to agriculture, these virtual reality experiences complement existing agricultural classrooms well. They provide agriculture students the opportunity…
Ag Groups and Lawmakers Continue Pushing for Right to Repair Farm Equipment
…done it at the expense of family farmers and ranchers, who work hard every day to harvest the food that feeds families across the country. Other legislative efforts include the…
Sterilizing Soil Helps Beat Back Bugs and Diseases on the Farm
…likely to harm beneficial microbes, but certain heat-tolerant diseases may be able to survive the baking period. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Sterilizing Soil Helps…
Nearly $20 Million Available for Value-Added Producer Grant Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a total of $19.75 million is available through the Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program. A subprogram of the Local Agriculture Market Program,…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 03-08-22
…the statewide notification program, and factors that are impacting fertilizers prices moving forward. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet…
Multi-Million Dollar Gift for Students from Diverse Backgrounds
The USDA’s multi-million dollar gift for students from diverse backgrounds. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U. S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture…
Cover Crop Initiative Deadline Extended Through March 10
Producers still have an opportunity to sign up for a special cover crop initiative that is being offered through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…
Some Benefits of Becoming an Oat Farmer
…or to treat acne. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Some Benefits of Becoming an Oat Farmer Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026…
House Ag Hearing to Review Farm Bill
…crops, including wheat, corn, soybeans, peanuts, cotton, rice, dairy, and sugar. It also provides disaster assistance. Nutrition programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and other nutrition programs…
Almond Update: Industry Members Encouraged to Serve on Board of Directors
…in major areas, that includes marketing, research, public relations and advertising, nutrition, statistical reporting, and even quality control and food safety,” Hillman noted. “We encourage everyone to take a look…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 03-03-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the potential of a prolonged fertilizer disruption, a new program to boost tech…
Understanding Weeds Help with Your Plan to Eradicate Them
…when we leave tilled soil bare and under-utilized. On tomorrow’s program, the multi-step approach to mitigate weeds. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Understanding Weeds Help…
New Program to Boost Tech Solutions in Fresh Produce Industry
Solutions to current challenges in the fresh produce industry could already be developed, but used in a different industry. International Fresh Produce Association has launched the Fresh Field Catalyst program….
CA Corner Stores Get a Healthy Make Over
California’s Department of Food and Agriculture Healthy Refrigeration Program is allowing fresh fruits and vegetables to get into the hands of all Californians who want them. The program provides energy-efficient…