…details the economic impact, estimated between $100 and $300 million, and explores potential methods of rat control. The hosts also delve into water management challenges in Kern County, focusing on…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 02-24-25
…Corporate Transparency Act and its impact on small businesses, including farms and ranches. The U.S. Treasury Department has set a new deadline of March 21st for companies to file their…
Applications Open for California Agricultural Leadership Program Class 55
…state’s agriculture industry. The 17-month program is designed for growers, farmers, ranchers, horticulturalists, foresters, and other agricultural professionals looking to expand their leadership skills and impact. Since its inception, more…
Learn More about the Various Benefits of EQIP
…resource concerns. Following the site visit, the conservation planner will develop a conservation plan that includes a variety of conservation practices or activities to address the resource concerns and management…
Farmers Still Caught in Trump’s Funding Freeze
…now learning that their conservation payments have been frozen because the contracts were funded through the Inflation Reduction Act. Over the past week, two federal judges ruled that the Trump…
CDFA/CAPCA Offering a Grant Program to Fund Pest Control Advisers in California
…California. The initiative aims to advance integrated pest management by having advisors track pest management practices in selected crops (lettuce, alfalfa, grapes, almonds, pistachios, or tomatoes) using the Crop Steward…
Understanding Nutrient Management for Permanent Crops
…nutrient uptake, making it a valuable tool in overall soil management strategies. Finally, Rogers discussed the need for growers to adjust yield expectations and fertilizer budgets based on actual fruit…
National Farmers Union Supports the American Beef Labeling Act
…producers by increasing their market share and consumer access to American-made products. National Farmers Union Supports the American Beef Labeling Act NFU Champions Passage of the American Beef Labeling Act…
American Beef Labeling Act Introduced to Codify MCOOL
By Monkey Business Images/Shutterstock The American Beef Labeling Act, introduced by Senators John Thune (R-S.D.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.), codifies mandatory country-of-origin labeling (MCOOL) for beef sold in the United…
Role of Soil and Tissue Testing in Crop Nutrition Planning
Soil and tissue testing play a crucial role in developing an effective crop nutrition plan, helping farmers make informed decisions about fertilization and nutrient management. In a recent discussion, Abe…
Almond Update: Almond Board Highlights Health Benefits at Annual Conference
…weight management, diabetes, and gut health. Recently, a panel of 11 world-leading nutrition scientists gathered in Modesto to review 30 years of almond research and reached a consensus on its…
USDA’s February Farm Income Forecast
…increase is largely because of supplemental and ad hoc disaster assistance to farmers and ranchers from the American Relief Act of 2025. Total production expenses, including those associated with operator…
Hansen Industries Showcases Energy-Efficient Ventilation at World Ag Expo
…potable water solutions, stainless steel storage tanks, and manure management equipment. The company provides systems for dewatering manure and stacking bedding, offering a range of solutions to improve efficiency and…
Farm Leaders Call for Stronger Farm Bill, Risk Management at Senate Ag Hearing
…Farm Bureau Federation, and Rob Larew, President of the National Farmers Union, urged lawmakers to modernize the Farm Bill and strengthen risk management programs amid economic struggles faced by farmers…