…ways. In 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, ensuring access…
Almond Update: Tickets Available for Almond Conference Events
…food products that are being developed and the growth of existing categories,” Williams noted. Global CEO of Dan-D Group, Dan On will also be giving a keynote presentation during the…
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
…that directly benefit immediate grower needs. Topics including pest management, food safety, product quality, and more were prevalent in these programs. UC Davis’ CWB-funded walnut breeding program released a new…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 12-01-21
…impacts of COVID on labor availability, and efforts to develop solar integration within agricultural systems. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, and more. Listen to previous…
New Micro Farm Policy Available from USDA
…new Micro Farm policy, which simplifies recordkeeping and covers post-production costs like washing and value-added products. “USDA is focused on supporting local and regional food systems, and Micro Farm is…
MPIRG Program Issues $32 Million in Grant Support
…and processing facilities through the program. The goal is to expand processing capacity and efficiency to help bolster the resiliency of the food supply chain. “Today’s investment supports local and…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications for $1.15 Billion in Loans and Grants
…in so 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…
Grants Awarded to Strengthen Local and Regional Markets for U.S. Ag Products
…strengthening the viability and resilience of regional food economies through collaboration and coordination. “These grants will help maximize opportunities for economic growth and ingenuity in local and regional food systems…
Survey Shows Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Up 14%
…leftovers. “Taking turkey out of the basket of foods reveals a 6.6% price increase compared to last year, which tracks closely with the Consumer Price Index for food and general…
Keep Thanksgiving Free from Foodborne Illness
…full Thanksgiving meal. It’s important to follow safe practices like handwashing, using a food thermometer, and avoiding cross-contamination.” One of the best tips for food safety is making sure to…
California to Receive More Than $5.5 Million for Conservation Projects
…on conservation practices implementation and systems that improve soil health. Three of the four funding priorities support the wider adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices and systems: climate-smart agricultural solutions; irrigation…
Infrastructure Legislation Signed by President Biden
…long-needed infrastructure enhancements necessary to produce a safe and reliable food supply.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-11-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features a series of reports detailing the ongoing disruptions within the food supply chain…
California Receives Significant Specialty Crop Investment
…be funded through the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) as part of the program. Grant awards have been issued ranging between $50,000 and $5 million. Recipients of the…