…manual provides essential guidance, with topics like irrigation management, harvest timing, and the importance of testing soil and water. Co-editor Selina Wang of UC Davis emphasized that good fruit is…
Innovations Discussed at Innovations Discussed at World Dairy Expo
…increasing the use of dairy products in everyday items. Randy Roecker, a Wisconsin dairy farmer and member of the Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) board, spoke about recent efforts to boost…
Farmers Face Uncertainty as 2018 Farm Bill Extension Expires Without Replacement
With the expiration of the extension of the 2018 Farm Bill, U.S. farmers and ranchers could already be feeling the impact. Key programs supporting agriculture have been disrupted, and uncertainty…
Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter Addresses Agricultural Consolidation in Webinar
…your damn tractor.” Collaboration with the USDA has been a key focus for the DOJ, especially in enforcing the Packers and Stockyards Act. Kanter highlighted recent enforcement actions aimed at…
New Scorecard Aims to Support Family Farmers
…Markets Action, the Institute for Legislative Analysis, and the Organization for Competitive Markets. Its main goal is to fight against cronyism in agriculture and hold lawmakers accountable for their actions….
San Joaquin Valley Grape Symposium Set for January 2025
…and Extension Center in Parlier. The event will feature presentations on key issues affecting grape growers, including bio-fungicides, grape virus management, soil health, and water use. Notable speakers include George…
Pistachio Production Short Course
…from January 16-18, designed to educate pistachio growers and industry professionals. The event will cover the latest research on orchard management, pest and disease control, irrigation techniques, and nutrient management….
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 10-01-24
…sustainable food system. In addition, Megan Lausten, Marketing Manager for the International Agri-Center, previews the World Ag Expo®, highlighting its Top-10 New Products Contest and educational seminar series, which promote…
USDA Invests in Global Food Security
…This initiative shows the U.S. commitment to supporting global food security and sustainable agriculture for a better future. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an…
Potential Changes from Overturning the Chevron Doctrine
…and enforced. Pittman emphasized that the reversal could impact crucial laws related to agriculture, such as the Endangered Species Act, wetlands regulation, the Clean Water Act, and pesticide regulation. He…
Groups Respond to SAF Tax Credit Guidelines
DepositPhotos image Legislation introduced in the House and Senate would extend a new sustainable aviation fuel tax credit for biofuels for ten years and prevent foreign producers from accessing the…
Agriculture’s Role in Addressing Climate Change Discussed at NYC Climate Week
…one part of a larger system. Without enough farmland to implement these practices, their impact on climate mitigation is limited. Farmland Preservation and Climate Impact Farmland loss is another issue…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 09-25-24
…of Missouri, and Hannah Quigley, Policy Specialist with the National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition on the importance of the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program. Tune in for these news stories, interviews,…
IFPA Policy Retreat Charts Course for Advocacy in 2025
…Freytag, Political Advisory Committee chair and executive vice president at Crunch Pak, LLC. “Government actions and legislation has an immense impact on the industry,” said Freytag. “Building relationships and sharing…