…and nutrition needs of current and future populations while, at the same time, conserving resources and combatting climate change. The coalition will accelerate the transition to more sustainable food systems…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 10-28-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show highlights some of the assistance opportunities available for producers interested in conservation, comment procedures…
Higher Food Prices Should Ease a Bit in 2022
…be high enough to offset the increasing cost of food. The Biden Administration also boosted SNAP benefits by more than 25 percent. Experts say the inflation spike appears on track…
Almond Update: Almond Leadership Program Accepting Applications
The Almond Leadership Program from the Almond Board of California (ABC) is now accepting applications. Participants in the program will engage in an array of activities to help cultivate leadership…
Strikingly Colorful Flowers Next Best Thing Next to Pansies
…shade. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Strikingly Colorful Flowers Next Best Thing Next to Pansies Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef…
USDA Sets Dates for California Walnuts Continuance Referendum
…more of the volume of California walnuts, vote in favor. A continuance referendum is required every six years to determine producers’ level of support for the program. Listen to the…
Snake Plant is the Popular Houseplant for Beginners
…stop growing; and remember that dry air doesn’t harm them so you don’t need to mist your plant. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Snake Plant…
Lawmakers Encourage Ag Research Funding in Budget Legislation
…and development. “We write to respectfully request your assistance in protecting the $7.75 billion investment in agricultural climate research, agriculture innovation, and agricultural research infrastructure included in the House Agriculture…
USDA Makes $1.15 Billion Available to Access High-Speed Internet
…society and the modern economy.” USDA will begin accepting applications for loans and grants on November 24. USDA is making the funding available through its ReConnect Program. The National Association…
Leadership Farm Bureau Accepting Applications for Class of 2022
…A maximum of 10 individuals will be selected to participate in the program. The ideal candidate for the program is a board member of a county Farm Bureau, a Young Farmer…
Surprising Health Benefits to Know About Pumpkins
…anxiety, and even depression. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Surprising Health Benefits to Know About Pumpkins Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those…
NRCS Funding Opportunities Announced for Conservation Programs
…Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), and the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) accepts applications for these programs year-round, however, each state…
Latest Pesticide Report Shows Consistently Low Residue Levels
…samples. The results were recently released in FDA’s annual Pesticide Residue Monitoring Program Report for FY 2019. Overall, the results reflected a consistent trend of minimal pesticide residue violations over…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 10-25-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features an interview with the Director of the Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program,…