…labels on products that contain chemicals that cause cancer or have other reproductive effects. A coalition of agricultural groups including the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) had challenged the…
Sites Reservoir Project Certified for ‘Cutting Red Tape’
…would be the first project to receive certification under the legislative package aimed at streamlining critical infrastructure. Supporters such as the Agricultural Council of California appreciated the announcement, noting the…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 11-13-23
…beekeepers are preparing hives for the winter. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National…
New Bison Initiative
…It is really about part of USDA’s commitment to promote equity and to remove barriers to USDA services and programs for Indian country. It’s about providing flexibility and access to…
Week in Review: New Beetle Confirmed in Multiple Crops & Good Year for California Rice
…of Agriculture were recently highlighted at an event at Maddox Dairy in Riverdale, California. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the latest agricultural headlines in your inbox every week….
AgNet Weekly: Senator Kevin Cramer on WOTUS and the Farm Bill
…30-year media veteran known nationally for her award-winning, balanced, and accurate reporting. For more than 10 years, she has specialized in agriculture news focused on political issues. While most agriculture…
Daniel Hartwig to Take Helm as President of the California Fresh Fruit Association
…His commitment to the agricultural community extends beyond his professional roles, with notable contributions as Board President of the Fresno County Farm Bureau and recent graduation from the California Agricultural…
New USDA Investment in Specialty Crop Research
…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…