The 8th annual Salinas Valley Ag Tech Summit is coming up next month and has moved to an online format this year. The event is scheduled to take place online on March 18 and…
Latest Pandemic Relief Bill Continues to Advance
…food chain workers, expedite vaccinations in rural communities, lift up historically underserved farmers, and build resilience in the food system.” The food and nutrition title includes $3.6 billion for the…
Ag Lender Perspective on Water Futures and Groundwater Trading
Water futures and groundwater trading was the central focus of the most recent meeting of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture. Several panelists and speakers weighed in on…
USDA Projecting Net Farm Income to Decline in 2021
…the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program and the Paycheck Protection Program are expected to bring levels down to $15.6 billion. Despite the forecasted decline, 2021 net farm income should still be…
Resources Available to Help with Farmworker Vaccination Process
The vaccination process is being rolled out statewide, but differences between counties can be challenging to navigate. Different areas of the state have different systems and priorities in place for…
CA Well Represented on House Ag Committee
…and agricultural priorities, I have faith that each of these Members will work diligently to fight for the interests of our consumers, food and fiber producers, and rural communities.” Of…
NASDA Seeks More Flexibility for Specialty Crop Block Grants
…through the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021. “Challenges impacting our food supply related to COVID-19 are still present and continued flexibility is needed,” NASDA CEO Dr. Barb Glenn said in…
ARS Scientists Look At Potential of Various Microbes to Fight Disease in Carrots
…systems. The beneficial endophytes were identified, and cultures were grown from the nine varieties showing the most resilience to disease. In the research, organic soils were found to have more…
Vilsack Outlines USDA Opportunities During Confirmation Hearing
…“I think we create a food system that makes healthy and nutritious food more available, more convenient, and more affordable for all Americans,” Vilsack noted. Climate change was a subject…
ACEP Final Rule Released by USDA Includes Several Updates
…from being converted to other uses. The program also helps to restore and protect wetlands through the use of innovative conservation systems. “Conservation easements are a critical conservation tool helping…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 02-09-21
…of closures of the food industry continuing during the pandemic. Brian German has the details on an NRCS carbon footprint study and a new project to help protect farmworkers from…
More Than $2 Million Awarded for Nutrient Management Projects
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has awarded more than $2 million for nutrient management projects. CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) is awarding $2.18 million dollars…
Week in Review: Snowpack Below Average, Wineries Face Statewide Wastewater Rule
…a statewide basis. The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that payments under the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program are being suspended. Industry members are being asked to provide information as part…
What Americans will be Eating by the BILLIONS During the Big Game
…Naturally, it’s comfort food. So no matter which team you’re rooting for this weekend, you’re likely to see some chicken wings served before you. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land…