…science, and food technology. The goal is to use the pilot program as a model for other schools as an expansion of the Three Sisters Project. Listen to the radio…
President Biden Ready to Sign Latest COVID Relief Legislation
…to the provisions supporting the industry. “In many respects, the American Rescue Plan is a positive development. In the immediate term, it provides crucial assistance for both unemployed and food…
Heliae Joins the Celebration of 1,000 Episodes of Farm City Newsday
…to feed the soil microbiome,” said Dr. Karl Wyant, Vice President of Ag Sciences for Heliae. “Think of it as a food source for your bacteria and for your fungi….
Data Shows that Citrus Tarping Having Positive Impact on ACP Movement
…in place. The California Department of Food and Agriculture implemented the bulk citrus tarping requirement in 2017 after a recommendation from the Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Committee. Data shows…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
…release. “This legislation will ensure farmers and ranchers have fair access to markets and are fully informed on pricing so they can continue to put food on the table in…
Port Congestion Being Addressed by Federal Officials
…agriculture, food, and transport groups which included WAPA sent a letter to President Joe Biden regarding the issue. “You’re going to see more complaints, more concerns, and you’re going to…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-09-21
…ag burning in the San Joaquin Valley ending come 2025, and food safety measures welcomed as long as they don’t impede the process. Tune in to the show for these…
American Rescue Plan Act Moving Forward with Senate Approval
…bring much-needed nutrition assistance and financial relief to millions of families struggling to pay the bills and put healthy food on the table,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a…
Perfect Gift for Easter That Keeps on Giving All Year Long
The perfect gift for Easter that will keep on giving. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Eggshell Garden Growing Your Food In Your Own Backyard/YouTube Instead of filling…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
The Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance (FACA) is working to narrow its focus on specific policy recommendations. Initially, the group established more than 40 policy recommendations back in November. As…
Farm City Newsday 1,000 Episodes Celebration Continues with PureCrop1
…of a multi-use material that works in conventional and organic systems. “It’s a terrific penetrating surfactant. I used it in conjunction with a lot of conventional chemistry to provide an…
Partnership Looks to Enhance Organic Conservation Practices
…be applied in organic or conventional systems in all regions nationwide. Increased funding support and NRCS technical assistance is needed to help support more widespread implementation of conservation practices in…
Preliminary Grape Crush Down Nearly 14 Percent from 2019
…of grapes were crushed in 2020. The report is compiled by the USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service and the California Department of Food and Agriculture. 2020 marks the third-lowest crush…
USDA Leadership Continues Taking Shape with Recent Appointments
…conservation programs, we will create new market opportunities and streams of income for farmers, ranchers and producers that address climate change and environmental challenges, strengthen local and regional food systems,…