DepositPhotos image The USDA has allocated $85 million in grants to strengthen organic markets nationwide, with California avocado farmers among the notable recipients. This funding is part of the USDA’s…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 11-12-24
…importance of farm broadcasting in her community, her work as a volunteer firefighter, and farming in Nebraska. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet…
Deadline Approaching for California Farmers to Apply for Conservation Assistance
…Suarez highlights an increase of about 50% in federal support, bringing over $100 million for conservation initiatives. Key programs include the National Air Quality Initiative, aimed at replacing old engines…
Farm Bill Faces Uncertain Path Forward Post-Election
While the election is now behind us, the future of the long-awaited Farm Bill remains in question. Farmers and ranchers have been waiting for the reauthorization of the bill for…
Engine Technology Forum Urges California to Boost Support for Renewable Biofuels in Clean Energy Policies
…Schaeffer highlighted that internal combustion engines (ICEs) will remain vital for heavy-duty transportation, making renewable diesel an essential part of the state’s energy transition strategy. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent /…
California Expands Program to Double Nutrition Benefits for Low-Income Shoppers at Farmers’ Markets
…Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) Expansion. This program offers matching funds to increase the amount clients in nutrition assistance programs, like WIC and Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs (SFMNP), can spend…
American Agriculture History Minute: Grain Silos Developed
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. In 1873, Fred Hatch, a farmer from Illinois, built what is believed to be America’s first variation of the…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 11-11-24
…Hour 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…
Future of U.S. Biofuels Hinges on Sustainable Aviation Fuel Incentives
…emphasized. As the government finalizes new climate-smart models and tax credit guidelines, biofuel expansion remains uncertain, affecting farmers’ planning and investments. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…
Organic Research Field Day Highlights Funding Needs for Climate-Smart Solutions
…focuses on innovative organic and climate-smart farming practices, including cover cropping and soil health management. His work has helped farmers adopt more sustainable practices, increasing resilience and reducing environmental impact….
Xerces Society’s 2023 Efforts Highlight Pollinator and Habitat Protection
…farmers to create sustainable solutions that benefit both agriculture and ecosystems. One of the key achievements was the establishment of thousands of acres of pollinator-friendly habitats. The society partnered with…
American Agriculture History Minute: Cargill Brothers Develop Grain Storage
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppel with an American Agriculture History Minute. As grain production grew in the mid -1800s, it became evident farmers could not use all the crops they…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-08-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show CJ Miller talks with Kip Tom, the Co-Chair of “Farmers and Ranchers for Trump” and one of…
Organizations Collecting Donations for Ranchers Hit by Wildfires
…damage was immense, with farmers and ranchers losing many head of cattle, stored feedstocks, fences, gates, hayfields, and crop fields. They also lost farmsteads, pastures, outbuildings, farmhouses, and equipment. “The…