…a call with reporters and described the kinds of projects that will be funded. “The awarded projects addressed key challenges of national, regional and multi state importance to the food…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 11-10-23
…features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes…
USDA Clarifies “Domestic Origin”
…the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) purchased $800 million worth of meat products for use in nutrition assistance programs such as free school meals. That meat must fall under the…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 11-09-23
…in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is…
Almond Update: 2024 Almond Leadership Program Taking Applications
…mentor throughout the year.” Class members will have several assignments aimed at building communication skills and a better understanding of the industry. Another component of the program is community service…
Shifting Consumer Demand for Dairy Foods Fuels Butterfat Boom
…surrounding saturated fats has evolved. As a result, butterfat levels in the national milk supply have risen sharply in response to changing demand patterns and dairy market dynamics. According to…
A ‘Wild Ride’ for Almond Growers Dealing with Pest and Disease Challenges
…series of challenges. BASF Technical Service Representative, Dr. Kevin Caffrey said the surplus of moisture early in the year led to greener hills, bringing with them an unexpected surge in…
Substantial Funding Increase Helps Boost RCPP Improvements
…agricultural lands. This historic investment, a result of both the Inflation Reduction Act and the Farm Bill, signifies a crucial step towards supporting climate-smart agriculture and strengthening public-private partnerships. Recognizing…
Lawmakers Discuss Farm Bill Extension
…likely be several weeks before one is approved. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture….
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-08-23
…and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in…
Educators to Receive Immersive AFBF Convention Experience
…AFBF Convention Experience Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative…
Conservation Investments Highlighted at California Dairy
…(RCPP) from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. “U.S. dairy is already very efficient from a greenhouse gas standpoint, but there are lots of opportunities to do more,” Bonnie explained. “Looking…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 11-07-23
…episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and…
Second Annual FFA Future Leaders Fundraising Drive Underway
…U.S. census of agriculture revealed that only 9 percent of food producers are under 35 years old, indicating an aging agricultural workforce with insufficient workers interested in replacing them. “National…