…and Inflation Reduction Act funding. To learn more about NRCS programs, contact your local USDA Service Center. Record Investment in Private Lands Conservation in 2024 Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
Walnuts Declared “Healthy” Under New FDA Definition
…designed to align food labeling with the latest nutrition research and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It also aims to help consumers make more informed decisions when building healthy eating…
World Ag Expo® Announces 2025 Top-10 New Product Contest Winners
…Agri-Center® in conjunction with World Ag Expo®, which draws more than 1,200 exhibitors and an estimated annual average of 100,000 individuals from 60 countries. Exhibitors must nominate their products for…
Almond Update: Global Marketing Efforts Highlighted at Almond Conference
…social media. These regionally tailored strategies are grounded in research, targeting specific consumer interests such as fitness, health, and beauty. Fleishmann explained, “In Eastern Asian markets, we focus on almonds’…
California Walnut Commission Receives $7 Million to Boost Global Exports
…The CWC, founded in 1987, works to develop both domestic and international markets for California walnuts and supports health research related to walnut consumption. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet…
American Agriculture History Minute: Center Pivot Irrigation System Developed
…year later, a man named Frank Ziebach developed a prototype for a center pivot irrigation system. In 1954, he licensed that patent to Robert Doherty, and Valley Irrigation was born….
Report Warns Losing Glyphosate Could Reshape Farm Bill Costs and Policies
DepositPhotos image A recent report released by The Directions Group, formerly known as Aimpoint Research, outlines potential ripple effects across several key areas of U.S. agriculture policy if farmers lose…
Almond Update: Conference Session Highlights Post-Harvest IPM
…only as needed. Dr. Spencer Walse from USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) explored fumigation methods for both incoming stockpiles and stored products. He emphasized choosing treatments based on specific pest…
Christmas Tree Industry Faces Climate and Economic Challenges
…a tree, making setbacks like Helene especially difficult.” Efforts are underway to mitigate such challenges through research into pest and disease resistance, as well as collaborations with growers nationwide. On…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 12-13-24
…and an article highlighting research from UC Davis and North Dakota State University, which predicts significant economic losses for key California counties like Fresno and Tulare. Featuring commentary from California…
Almond Update: Almond Industry Sees Growth and Sustainability Milestones
…highlighted the diverse uses of almond byproducts and their nutritional value. Hulls and shells currently serve as livestock feed and bedding, but research is exploring their use in human food….
NCBA Pushes Back Against Dietary Guidelines
…He describes the recommendation as “a solution in search of a problem.” Eisele argues that public health guidance should reflect the full body of research, which supports beef as a…
USDA Advances Grape Breeding with Genetic Resources
Shutterstock image USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Plant Genetic Research Unit (PGRU) is researching crossbreeding of existing grape germplasm, whether among the more than 1,400 accessions available at the PGRU…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-09-24
…to discuss his research on groundwater nitrates in California. Isaiah, a professor specializing in land, air, and water resources, elaborates on his work focused on optimizing water management in agricultural…