…and high fevers. The disease is highly contagious, especially in high-stress situations like weaning and transport. Prevention strategies include reducing stress, proper nutrition, and vaccination. Antibiotics are used for treatment,…
Walnuts Declared “Healthy” Under New FDA Definition
…Service has updated its child nutrition programs so schools can more easily serve plant-based protein sources like walnuts. Walnut butter has also been added to the foods available in the…
California Walnut Commission Receives $7 Million to Boost Global Exports
DepositPhotos image The California Walnut Commission (CWC) announced it has been awarded $7 million in funding from the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program’s (RAPP) second round of grants. The funding aims…
American Seed Trade Association Receives $1 Million to Expand Global Markets
DepositPhotos image The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) announced it has received $1 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) grants….
Supporting Women in Western Industries with $30,000 Scholarship
…Durango Boots, explained the inspiration behind the program: “There’s a National Day of the Cowboy, but there really wasn’t a day dedicated to the cowgirls or the women in the…
Report Warns Losing Glyphosate Could Reshape Farm Bill Costs and Policies
…programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The analysis shows that food inflation might more than double compared to current forecasts. Additionally, farmers could face a $2.89 billion decrease…
California Navel Orangeworm Program Looking For More Participation
…Looking For More Participation Larva of navel orangeworm Credit: UC IPM/Jack Kelly Clark The goal of the NOW program is to develop an area -wide integrated pest management program that…
VINE Connect Program Open to Applications
Shutterstock image UC/ANR Innovate, the innovation arm of the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, has opened applications for its Vine Connect program. VINE Connect Program Open to Applications…
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
…local and regional food systems. Through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI), $21.5 million has been awarded for 117 projects, including both Infrastructure and Equipment Grants. This funding aims…
Farm Bureau Pleads for Farmer Aid as Funding Bill Falters Following Musk Tweet
…is calling for the CR to include a short-term extension of the farm bill, as well as aid for rebuilding communities struck by natural disasters and economic assistance to help…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
…producers. She also highlighted other underfunded programs like the Healthy Soils Program and On-Farm Water Conservation Program, which reduce greenhouse gases and water use, respectively. Sabrina has this week’s Almond…
NRCS Introduces New Strategy to Strengthen Tribal Partnerships and Support Agricultural Traditions
…in agriculture. According to a recent press release, the plan focuses on upholding the federal trust responsibilities by improving delivery of programs and services to Tribal producers, increasing consultation with…
Congress Advances Farm Bill Extension and Aid Package
Congress is working to finalize a year-end government funding package that includes a one-year extension of the farm bill and billions of dollars in economic and disaster assistance. This bipartisan…
Christmas Tree Industry Faces Climate and Economic Challenges
…University and director of its Christmas Tree Genetics Program. With approximately 15,000 growers across the nation, Christmas trees are cultivated in every state, with key production areas in Michigan, Oregon,…