A new report details the critical importance of investing in agricultural research. The “Benefits of Increased U.S. Public Investment in Agricultural Research” report shows that public spending has been relatively…
New California Pistachio Cost Study Available from UC ANR
A new cost study on the production of pistachios has now been made available. The new study was made possible by UC ANR’s Agricultural Issues Center, UC Cooperative Extension and the UC…
Week in Review: Drought Declared, Allocations Reduced, And Paid Leave to Be Retroactive
…approved by the U.S. House of Representatives through a vote of 247-174. Get all of the agricultural headlines of the week directly in your inbox by subscribing to the newsletter….
Ag Groups Concerned About Mexico’s Trade Actions
A coalition of agricultural groups has expressed concerns related to Mexico’s trade actions. A letter recently sent to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai details challenges…
Bond Legislation Introduced to Improve California Food System
…our food and farming systems to be more equitable for all Californians, while protecting our environment and our farmlands, so California’s agricultural industry can remain competitive for many decades to…
USDA Will Be Engaging Producers About New Hemp Rule
…THC. “The Agriculture Marketing Service staff is going to begin conducting education and outreach to help people understand the rules’ requirements,” said USDA Deputy Undersecretary Mae Wu. “If there are…
NASDA Seeking Improvements to Farmers to Families Food Box Program
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) has made some suggestions to improve the Farmers to Families Food Box program. In a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack,…
Pandemic Assistance for Producers Initiative to Provide More COVID-19 Relief
…CFAP 2 beginning on April 5. The application window will remain open for 60 days. USDA’s Farm Service Agency is committing at least $2.5 million to outreach efforts. The primary…
USDA Rounding Out Fundamental Staff Appointments
…Foreign Agricultural Affairs in the Foreign Agricultural Service. Adamson has a broad agricultural background having worked for Certis USA, Corteva Agrisciences, and Nutrien in various capacities. Edyael Casaperalta has also…
The Western View: Colorado Governor, Activists Target Livestock Producers
…Governor, Activists Target Livestock Producers About the Author Len Wilcox Len Wilcox is a retired scientist who also ran a newspaper and has written for agricultural publications since the 1980s….
Renewal Applications for CSP Being Extended
…are encouraged to visit the CSP webpage or contact their local USDA service center. Listen to the radio report below. Renewal Applications for CSP Being Accepted Through March 31 About the Author Brian…
DWR Issues Allocation Reduction for State Water Project
…will be delayed. The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation announced that South-of-Delta water service contractors will not be receiving their allotments until a later date. In a news release, Westlands Water…
USDA to Provide $75 Million for Alternative Practices for Conservation
…Regional Conservation Partnership Program’s (RCPP) Alternative Funding Arrangements (AFA). The AFA program prioritizes conservation solutions at multiple levels that emphasize a non-traditional approach. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
…the Table.” Over the last year, the invaluable work of the agricultural industry has been highlighted amidst the issues created by the COVID-19 pandemic. “On National Agriculture Day, we recognize…