…water challenges moving forward. The document also underscores the importance of recognizing drought and flood as natural cycles and aligning state resources for a more proactive response. Natural Resources Secretary…
USDA Provides Awards for Organic Market Development and Promotion
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has allocated $9.75 million across 10 grant projects through the Organic Market Development Grant (OMDG). This initiative aligns with the Biden-Harris…
CDFA Accepting Applications for Healthy Soils Program
…February 9. Grants are intended to increase the adoption of conservation management practices supporting soil health, carbon sequestration, and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. “With tremendous thanks to our Governor and…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 01-23-24
…of Water Resources approves ten more groundwater sustainability plans. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…
California Snowpack Grows Significantly Since Beginning the New Year
…of the average for that time of year, with 2.5 inches of average snow water equivalent. The latest readings from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) put the statewide…
Almond Bloom’s Local and Global Impact: Insights from BASF
As almond orchards near the crucial bloom period, BASF Tech Service Representative Jessica Samler emphasizes the significance of almond production for both local and global economies. Samler states, “No other…
Large Family Farms Account for Bulk of Commodity Production
…value of commodity production in 2022, according to a new report from USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS). Specifically, these farms accounted for 51 percent of cash grains and soybeans, 56…
Week in Review: Cuts in California’s Budget & Advanced Clean Fleets Enforcement Delay
…says the continued threat is toxic for ag businesses. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has announced that it would delay its enforcement of the Advanced Clean Fleets regulation. India…
Ten More Groundwater Sustainability Plans Approved by DWR
Groundwater sustainability plans for high and medium-priority groundwater basins have received determinations from the Department of Water Resources (DWR). The final round of reviews required by the Sustainable Groundwater Management…
California Poultry Farms Struggling with Avian Flu Outbreaks
…strict biosecurity, with ongoing research and vaccination efforts to combat the virus’s spread. The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service has tested five vaccine candidates, showing promising results. The avian flu outbreak…
India: One of the ‘Largest Untapped Markets’ for U.S. Agriculture
…one of the largest untapped markets in the world for U.S. agriculture,” said Ryan Brewster, Senior Director for Trade Missions and Trade Shows at USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS). “Those…
More Than $203 Million to Support Exports of U.S. Ag Products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is granting over $203 million to nearly 70 agricultural organizations to boost U.S. food and agricultural product exports through the Market…
USDA Reopens Signup for Continuous CRP
…program from the Farm Service Agency provides ag producers and other landowners with conservation opportunities for their land in exchange for yearly rental payments. It also includes the Conservation Reserve…
Weather’s Impact on Almond Pollination: Insights from BASF
…to conservation, Samler noted, “Farming is intrinsically linked to the natural world around us. Our growers are strong conservationists because we know that we need to preserve what we have.”…