…to enhance the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP). Established in the 2014 Farm Bill, GusNIP provides grants to nonprofit organizations and government agencies that provide incentives to low-income consumers…
Few US Adults Rate Their Diet Good or Excellent
…of the Flexible Consumer Behavior Survey, which collects information on U.S. consumers’ knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about nutrition and food choices. For context, 41 percent of adults surveyed in the…
USDA Announces Projects to Boost Access to Green Space for Millions
…Community Forestry Program is the only program in the federal government dedicated to enhancing and expanding the nation’s urban forest resources. This is the largest single USDA Inflation Reduction Act…
Kildee’s Request for Farm Bill Sugar Policy
…that in mind, he has a simple request for Congress as they craft the 2023 farm bill. “I hope that my colleagues recognize that the program we have that is…
Farm Bureau Shines Innovation Spotlight on Ag
…top 10 semi-finalist teams will have the opportunity to network with industry leaders and venture capital representatives from USDA’s Rural Business Investment Program. Funding is provided by sponsors Farm Credit, Bayer, John Deere, Farm Bureau…
Groundwater Management Grants Awarded to More Than 100 Projects
…farmers in upgrading their irrigation systems. The grant awards represent the second solicitation of the SGM Grant Program. The program distributed $150 million in funding to 20 agencies last year….
Ag Labor Expenses Forecast to Increase in 2023
…Of Ours program here. Ag Labor Expenses Forecast to Increase in 2023 Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 09-12-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California walnut production expectations, Animal Ag Alliance’s college Aggies Scholarship program, and the…
World Food Prices Lower in August
…the National Association of Farm Broadcasting. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. World Food Prices Lower in August FAO Food Price Index drops in August, reversing…
Milk Loss Assistance Available for Producers Impacted by Natural Disasters
Milk loss assistance is being made available by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Announced today, assistance from the Milk Loss Program (MLP) can be applied for through October 16….
Another Challenge to GMOs
…and oils from labeling and use unfamiliar terminology, keeping consumers in the dark about their food.” Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Another Challenge to GMOs…
One Week Left to Apply for New Organic Transition Pilot Program
…dedicated to supporting this group. Detailed application materials and further information about the Organic Transition Pilot Program are available on the program’s official website at https://www.cdfa.ca.gov/oefi/otp/. Brian German Ag News…
Celebrating California Wine Month
…friends.” You can find that eBook for free at discoverCaliforniawines.com. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Celebrating California Wine Month Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet…
Applications for Innovation Grants Due October 30
…Funding is being made available through the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). “This year’s Conservation Innovation Grants competition is unique in that we’re…