…with a governmental entity or higher educational institution from conducting research in Alabama regarding the production of cultivated food products. Alabama’s ban follows Florida’s legal precedent taken earlier this month….
Farm Bill Proposals Support Citrus Industry with HLB Funding
The farm bill frameworks from the U.S. House and Senate Agriculture Committees include specific funding for combating Huanglongbing (HLB). Both frameworks continue funding the Emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension…
USDA-NRCS Provides Conservation Programs for Organic Producers
…grazing. Learn more on NRCS Organic Agriculture webpage, or contact NRCS at your local USDA Service Center. Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
NRCS California Invests $1.3M in Working Lands for Wildlife Initiatives
…information on how to apply, interested individuals can contact their local NRCS Service Center. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
BeSure! Campaign: Protecting Pollinators While Spraying
The BeSure! Campaign from the Growing Matters coalition helps growers protect bees and other wildlife. Today we’re talking with Jeff Marvin, the senior Director of Research and Development for PBI…
Survey Highlights Grape Industry Needs
…is because I’m fairly new to my position…so I really wanted to get a good feel for what the needs of my clientele are before I dive into our research…
Particular Soil Treatment Helps Organic Strawberry Production
Organic strawberry growers in California can enhance yields and plant health through anaerobic soil disinfestation (ASD), a technique pioneered through UC Cooperative Extension research. Initially developed to combat soil-borne pathogens…
Farm Bill Frameworks Receiving Significant Industry Support
…citrus industry, as both frameworks support the Emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension Program with $25 million annually. This funding is seen as crucial in sustaining efforts to find a…
Growing Matters: BeSure! Campaign on Keeping Pollinators Safe
…is supported by the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) and National Pesticide Safety Education Center (NPSEC). Hear the interview Listen to Todd Hanson, Bayer Product Manager for corn seed treatments discuss pesticide safety…
Ag Producers Have Until May 24 to Apply for Initiatives Supporting Bird Populations
…California. Each initiative offers $500,000 statewide for agricultural producers. Eligible operations in specific counties can apply for either initiative by contacting their local NRCS Service Center by May 24. “These…
Bill Seeks to Bolster the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
…provide our specialty crop growers with opportunities for food safety research, workforce development and water supply innovation,” Western Growers President & CEO Dave Puglia said in a news release. “To…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 04-23-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes industry calls for full funding of the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program…
Growing Matters: BeSure! Campaign on Keeping Treated Seeds Covered
…Growing Matters coalition of agricultural companies, BeSure! is supported by the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) and National Pesticide Safety Education Center (NPSEC). Hear the interview Listen to Nick Tinsley, BASF Seed Treatment…
Fruit Fly Threat Receiving State and Federal Attention
…“Our five-year plan lays out how Federal and State partners can continue to limit the flies’ spread as we further scientific research that will help us develop better pest management…