…NASDA setting their advocacy priorities for the Farm Bill and the state’s investment in climate-smart ag underscores its value. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
NASDA Sets Priorities For Farm Bill Advocacy
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) have set their eyes on 10 specific policy areas to advocate for as the process to craft the 2023 Farm Bill…
Poisonous Plants Harmful to Horses on the Farm
The plants that can be harmful, or poisonous, to horses on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. With so many plants out in the wild, it’s…
Agronomic Minute: Protecting Pruning Wounds in Vineyards
…live in the vineyard year-round become airborne and freshly pruned vines can become infected with multiple pathogens. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith said that growers are fighting against several…
First Trade Missions Since Pandemic
…the first U.S. trade mission in two years. The COVID-19 pandemic halted trips for developing new international markets for U.S. agriculture goods. Daniel Whitley, Administrator of USDA‘s Foreign Agricultural Service…
New Funding to Combat Pest and Disease
…Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service that will support future projects. The funding will support 372 projects, some of which focus on exotic fruit fly survey and detection including $5,742,671…
Problems that can Plague Your Fig Tree Crop
…But, like anything else on the farm, they are susceptible to problems. Such as black or sour-smelling figs. This is caused by a bacteria or a few different yeasts. Insects…
Predators that Threaten a Beekeeper’s Hive on the Farm
The common predators that can threaten a beekeeper’s hive on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Beehive boxes house bees for pollinating blueberry bushes. Wild animals…
Growers Have New ‘One-Two Punch’ for Almond Bloom
…management program. BASF Technical Service Representative Dr. Kevin Caffrey said Cevya fungicide now adds another element to crop protection for almond growers. “The launch of Cevya fully compliments our current…
Ag Groups Continue to Weigh-In on WOTUS Rulemaking Process
…courts.” Comments submitted by groups such as American Agri-Women and the National Farmers Union have highlighted uncertainties that would be created under the proposed changes to WOTUS. Many farm groups…
Farm Groups Oppose Court’s Grey Wolf Decision
Some farm groups are expressing disappointment over a court’s ruling to return the grey wolf to the endangered species list. American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a…
Record Setting Ag Exports Surpass 2021 Expectations
According to trade information from the U.S. Department of Commerce, ag exports set a new record in 2021. Exports of American farm and food products totaled $177 billion, surpassing forecasts…
Enrollment Deadline for Dairy Risk Management Programs Extended
…dairy farmers have faced unprecedented uncertainty, from the ongoing pandemic to protracted natural disasters. As producers continue to manage these interconnected challenges, FSA has tools at the ready to provide…
Agronomic Minute: New Integrated Program to Help Improve Production
…to reduce residue issues, as well as increase plant health and yield. UPL Technical Service Lead for Specialty Crops Joe Vassios said that the program takes a comprehensive look at…