…on the administration’s Climate-Smart Agriculture and Forestry Initiative. It also aligns with ongoing work across the federal government to quantify carbon sequestration and carbon dioxide, methane, and nitrous oxide emissions….
‘Great Concern’ About EPA Rules for Plant-Incorporated Protectants
…changing climate and, respond to increased pest and disease challenges,” the letter states. “This rule will disproportionally stifle innovation by publicly supported federal and academic plant breeders and smaller plant…
Solutions to Streamline and Improve Disaster Assistance
While the federal government provides disaster assistance programs, their current structure and implementation can often fall short of meeting the urgent needs of farmers. Almond Alliance CEO, Aubrey Bettencourt said…
Week in Review: Winegrapes Benefit from Winter Weather & Tulare Lake Starting to Recede
…Program. Questions linger as federal officials try to rework the Waters of the United States Rule. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the latest agricultural headlines in your inbox…
FAA Rule Change for Farm Drones
There’s an FAA rule change for some farming operations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is making it easier to use drones for spraying crops. Arthur Erickson is the CEO and…
Federal Funding to Support Automating the Strawberry Industry
The California strawberry industry is getting some federal support to help advance automation efforts. The Cal Poly Strawberry Center, in partnership with the California Strawberry Commission and the U.S. Department…
USDA: SNAP Payment Error Rates Rise
…Undersecretary for Food, Nutrition, and Consumer Services, says, “The circumstances put an incredible strain on program administration. The rates reflect those challenges.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting Listen…
Reliable Rail Service Act Reintroduced
…organizations have given their support for the legislation. “Unfortunately, America’s freight rail companies too often fail to provide the equal, timely, and affordable service required of them by federal law,”…
Tides Turning at Tulare Lake, But Water to Remain for Some Time
…results come as good news to communities that have been struggling with standing water since March. The Newsom Administration notes that state actions taken to curb flooding impacts have resulted…
What’s Next for Biden’s WOTUS Rule?
Questions linger as federal officials try to rework the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has indicated that it will update the WOTUS rule…
Most Grilling Costs Stay Higher This Summer
…we encourage members of Congress to consider the contributions of the farm bill to our security and independence by ensuring a safe and abundant food supply.” The federal government’s broader…
India Trade Agreement Good for Producers Around U.S.
…with India. “This is really one of the first big ones under President Biden’s administration, and we’re very pleased to see this move,” Kuehl said. He points out there are…
Five-Year Plan to Address Spotted Lanternfly Concerns
…SLF and minimize its impact through collaborative efforts between federal and state agencies. The strategy prioritizes three main goals. Priorities include effectively limiting SLF advancement, supporting ongoing scientific research, and…
USDA Approves Lab-Grown Chicken
…the U. S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) earlier this year. Cultured meat, also called cell-based or lab-grown, uses stem cells from animal fat or muscle tissue to feed cells,…