The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California has announced federal assistance opportunities for agricultural producers for Fiscal Year 2025, which runs from October 1, 2024, to September 30,…
Farmers Left in Crisis as Poultry Company Abandons Contracts
…Poultry producers, who rely on these contracts to raise and care for thousands of birds, are now left facing financial ruin while struggling to feed the animals and maintain their…
Video: Secretary Vilsack On USDA Efforts for Farmers and Communities Affected by Hurricanes
…remain closed. For farmers, ranchers, and producers, the focus is on getting disaster assistance processed as quickly as possible. “We have literally eight or nine different programs designed to provide…
USDA Invests $46 Million to Support Veteran and Underserved Farmers
…Among the funded projects, the Washington Farmland Trust will offer technical assistance to 50 beginning producers. Nirvana Tea, Inc., in Michigan will focus on hydroponic farming, while Augusta Locally Grown,…
USDA Awards $25 Million to Support Specialty Crop Exports
…improving maximum residue limits (MRLs), and expanding export opportunities in Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America, and the Asia-Pacific region. Last year, U.S. specialty crop exports totaled $25.8 billion, benefiting producers…
Voices of the Valley: The Next Generation of Ag Leaders
…brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find out more at WGA.com. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
USDA Unveils New Actions to Boost Fair Markets and Lower Food Prices
…price discovery and fairness in cattle markets. For years, USDA has fielded complaints from producers around beef packers using reported regional cash or spot prices as base prices for fed…
Two California Dairy Workers Infected with HPAI
…state and federal requirements, milk from sick cows is not permitted in the public milk supply. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist,…
Federal Funding Boosts Dairy Innovation at Fresno State
…This funding aims to support the dairy sector by helping farmers explore higher-value uses for milk, such as artisanal cheeses and organic dairy products. Rep. Costa emphasized that this initiative…
California Dairy Sustainability Summit Announces Farm-Focused Event for 2025
…Experts will share insights on how cutting-edge technologies and incentive programs can help farms stay competitive and meet environmental goals. Tony Louters, chair of the California Milk Advisory Board, said,…
Food System Leaders Urge for Continued Nutrition Security Funding
…security programs to support rural producers while enhancing public health across the U.S. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public…
USDA Seeks U.S. Food Producers for Virtual Trade Event
DepositPhotos image The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is inviting qualified U.S. food producers to participate in the North American Neighbors 2024 Virtual Trade Event (VTE) on December 3-4, 2024….
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 10-04-24
…Forestry Restoration Program (EFRP), aiming to ease debris removal and assist producers with orchards and groves. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet…
UC ANR Releases First Manual on Olive Oil Production
…the “Olive Production Manual for Oil” offers practical advice for improving olive fruit yield and oil quality. Facing competition from lower-priced European imports, California producers are focusing on quality. The…