…also included other adjustments to the program after evaluating market data and receiving feedback from the agricultural industry. The application period for the new commodities that were added to the…
USDA Provides $12 Million for Farm to School Grants
…the USDA Farm to School Grant Program has been offering annual grants to schools, nonprofits, school districts, state agencies, and agricultural producers. Awardees will receive a total of $12.1 million…
Addressing A Coronavirus Outbreak Among Employees
There have been multiple reports of agricultural operations that are dealing with a coronavirus outbreak among employees. Even as operations adhere to the updated safety protocols and implement safety checks…
President Trump Address To Farmers and Ranchers
In an exclusive address to the National Association of Farm Broadcasters, President Donald Trump speaks to American farmers and ranchers. He talks about the many trade negotiations he and his…
Hemp Checkoff Program on the Horizon
Industry groups are working together in an attempt to establish a hemp checkoff program. The National Industrial Hemp Council (NIHC) and The Hemp Industries Association (HIA) recently announced a partnership…
California Almond Production Forecasted at Three Billion Pounds
The latest almond production projection from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) forecasts three billion meat pounds for California producers. The California Almond Objective…
Water Resilience Projects Receive Nearly $84 Million from DWR
…flood risk in the area. In San Diego County, $3.7 million was awarded to National City to support a multi-benefit community enhancement project in Paradise Valley Creek. More than $1…
Healthy Soils Program Accepting Proposals for New Practices
…Resources Board, in collaboration with the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, has developed the method for quantifying how effective the management practices are in reducing greenhouse…
Regulation Development A Lot Like ‘Sausage Making’
…during the regulation development process to arrive at the end result. Agricultural stakeholders were able to provide guidance to allow for a better understanding of how some of the provisions…
COVID-19 Farm Survey Open Until July 10
The California Farm Labor Contractor Association and the UC Davis Western Center for Agricultural Health and Safety is asking for feedback from the agricultural industry. Farmers and ranchers are being…
New Herbicide Available to Rice Growers This Year
…RebelEX from Corteva can provide for growers. Of course, like with any other applications, growers will want to consult with their local Agricultural Commissioner’s Office. Listen to the radio report…
Week in Review: Split Roll Tax Concerns, Avoiding Paid Leave Penalties
Industry groups are expressing serious concerns about the split roll tax initiative that will be appearing on the November ballot. Agricultural employers are advised to thoroughly understand and adhere to…
NCC Efforts to Add Pima Cotton to CFAP
The National Cotton Council (NCC) has also taken action to help expand the coverage of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP). As the U.S. Department of Agriculture reviews and updates…
China Imposes Coronavirus Restrictions on Food Products
China recently implemented coronavirus restrictions on agricultural products, requiring exporters to sign documents guaranteeing that any products are free of COVID-19. Chinese Customs is now requiring a Letter of Undertaking…