Chinook Swimming up a stream. DepositPhotos image The Bureau of Reclamation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) have announced a $5 million funding opportunity for research on key…
Key Farm Programs End as Farm Bill Extension Expires
…down by the end of the year, leaving farmers in a tough spot. Programs that are ending now include the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Grassland…
USDA Offers $58 Million for Organic Dairy Producers
…program aims to help farmers expand their markets and boost the consumption of organic dairy products. Zach Ducheneaux, Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator, highlighted the USDA’s commitment to supporting organic…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 09-30-24
…welfare law. Unlike many in the pork industry who view Prop 12 as an obstacle, Ron sees it as a natural extension of how he’s been farming for decades. We’ll…
Agriculture’s Role in Addressing Climate Change Discussed at NYC Climate Week
…but to provide ecological services needed to heal the planet.” Regenerative Agriculture as a Climate Tool Piotti said regenerative agriculture is one part of the solution to climate change. In…
Working Lands Key in Conservation Efforts
DepositPhotos image A senior USDA official recognizes both the importance of working farm and forest lands in resource conservation, and the need to keep operations economically viable. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored…
Incentives as Working Lands Conservation Encouragement
Image by Gernot Reipen from Pixabay Providing incentive-based programs and tools to assist growers and landowners with working lands conservation is essential in adaptation efforts, according to an Agriculture Department…
American Agriculture History Minute: When USDA Extension Service Began
…Service began. USDA partnered with land-grant universities to provide hands-on education and research to farm families. In 1914, more than 50% of the population lived in rural areas and 30%…
Collaboration Key to Development of the 4-Bale Module Averaging Pilot Project
…Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), Angie Snyder, said development of the program was a collaborative effort. “We’ve been working with the National Cotton Council’s Joint Fungibility Working Group for some time,…
Promoting Farm Safety
…turn aids farm safety advocates in developing and applying prevention and education resources. Rod Bain has more. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist,…
AM Radio Bill Moves to House Floor
…issue a rule requiring access to AM broadcast stations in motor vehicles. If they don’t, automakers would get fined. The role of AM during natural disasters was cited by several…
Updated Guidelines for Claims on Meat and Poultry Labels
…now recommend that companies conduct regular testing and maintain stronger documentation to support their claims. The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) will be closely monitoring these claims and…
Addressing Farm Labor Challenges Through Technology
…to address some of the short and long-term labor challenges in farming. Chief Innovation Officer for UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, Gabe Youtsey, said addressing labor issues requires a multifaceted…
Registration Open for 2024 California Citrus Grower’s Conference
…opportunity to learn, connect with fellow growers and stay involved with innovative research. Speakers will include Sandeep Agodam with UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, Melinda Klein with the Citrus Research…