…in USDA’s conservation programs to improve their farm operation and protect natural resources. Many farmers have told us they are not being reimbursed. Even if the funds eventually come through,…
Almond Update: New Study Highlights Almonds’ Benefits for Cardiometabolic Health
DepositPhotos image A recent analysis by leading nutrition experts has reinforced the positive impact of almonds on cardiometabolic health. The study, conducted by the Almond Board of California, gathered 11…
USDA Secretary Announces Aid Plan at Commodity Classic
…She introduced the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (E-CAP) to distribute $10 billion in aid, with applications opening by March 20. The USDA will use existing FSA acreage data to streamline…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-05-25
…the potential introduction of nutrition labels on wine bottles and their possible impact on consumers and the wine industry. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…
Congress Urged to Support American Growers
…U.S. leadership in fresh produce. Brett Erickson, Senior Vice President of Business Affairs at Little Bear Produce, testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, highlighting the…
USDA Releasing Funding in Contracts for Environmental and Conservation Program
DepositPhotos image USDA is releasing $20 million in contracts for environmental and conservation programs, in line with White House directives, and will honor existing contracts to farmers. USDA Releasing Funding…
California Senate Bill Seeks to Protect Farmland from Development
…California Farmland Conservancy Program, which supports agricultural conservation and sustainable land management. If passed, SB 462 would allocate $20 million annually to fund conservation easements—agreements that compensate landowners for permanently…
CALP is accepting applications for its class 55
The California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP) is accepting applications for its class 55, targeting mid-career professionals in agriculture, including growers, farmers, and horticulturalists. The 17-month intensive program, which costs over…
RFA Criticizes Musk for Removal of Year-Round E15 from Federal Spending Bill
…could have reduced taxpayer costs by alleviating pressure on federal farm support programs. “The year-round E15 measure was ‘budget neutral.’ It wouldn’t have cost a penny. In fact, over the…
Optimizing Crop Nutrition: Expert Advice on Phosphorus, Nitrogen, and Micronutrients
…of high soil pH, foliar applications can be a more effective way to deliver nutrients. The Role of Crop Nutrition Experts Given the complexity of nutrient interactions, Isaak encouraged growers…
Applications Open for California Agricultural Leadership Program Class 55
The California Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF) is now accepting applications for Class 55 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program (CALP), a premier leadership development initiative for mid-career professionals in the…
2024 Vegetable Production Report Reveals Significant Shifts
The 2024 Vegetable Production Report revealed significant shifts in crop yields and market values. Key declines included asparagus, snap peas, and sweet corn, while cantaloupes, cauliflower, and honeydew melons saw…
Ranking Members of Agriculture Committees Demand Answers on Food Aid Disruptions
DepositPhotos image The Ranking Members of the Senate and House Agriculture Committees are seeking answers from the Trump administration regarding disruptions to international food aid programs. Senator Amy Klobuchar and…
CDFA Office of Farm to Fork Accepting Grant Applications
DepositPhotos image The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Office of Farm to Fork is accepting grant applications for the Farm to Community Food Hubs Program, with a deadline…