…Devol explained that optimizing irrigation systems begins at the pump. Having a distribution uniformity test done can help identify issues that need addressing and allow producers to develop a maintenance…
VofV: Dissecting the 21st Century Ag Renaissance
…of 2 of Orange County Produce Owner and Former Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture A.G. Kawamura’s Voices of the Valley Podcast episode. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
NASDA Sets Priorities For Farm Bill Advocacy
…on the following topics to form their Farm Bill conversations including, agriculture research, animal disease, conservation and climate resiliency, cyber security, food safety, hemp, invasive species, local food systems, Specialty…
New Funding to Combat Pest and Disease
…these funds, state governments, universities, tribal organizations and other essential cooperators across the nation safeguard our agriculture, natural resources, and food security, while expanding and protecting export opportunities for American…
Week in Review: Addressing Shipping Issues & $1 Billion Investment in Climate-Smart Ag
The Ocean Shipping Reform Act was recently introduced in the U.S. Senate as a means for addressing the continued issues within the food supply chain. Industry efforts have also been…
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…
One Company Revolutionizing Farming One Seedling at a Time
…co-founder of Gotham Greens with USDA Representative checking out the greenhouse operation Image Courtesy of USDAS/NRCS Gotham Greens greenhouse operation Image Courtesy of USDAS/NRCS A fresh food and urban agricultural…
VofV: How to Establish Trust When it Comes to Food Safety
…Produce Safety, shares the steps needed to 1) build a safe space to speak about food safety experiences; 2) be a resource for the industry when it comes to sensitive…
Agronomic Minute: New Integrated Program to Help Improve Production
…cropping systems to offer a variety of options to help achieve optimal crop performance. “This would be looking at a specific pest, looking at a season-long program integrating maybe a…
Ocean Shipping Reform Act Introduced in the Senate
The Ocean Shipping Reform Act was recently introduced in the U.S. Senate as a means for addressing the continued issues within the food supply chain. Similar legislation was passed in…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 02-02-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers building out further resiliency in food systems through localized investments, Section 18 authorized…
RMA Extends Crop Insurance Flexibilities to June Due to COVID-19
…many positive ways. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers,…
DHS Vaccine Mandate Creates Concern for Agriculture
…country. Concerns about the mandate center on the ability to move fresh produce in a timely manner, further complicating existing food supply chain issues. “DHS failed to provide proper notice…
Organic Produce Sales Over $9 Billion For First Time in 2021
…billion. Overall organic volume also grew by two percent from the year prior. Conventional produce volume was down by more than three percent, despite the return of many foodservice channels…