The Specialty Crops Reporting on Opportunities and Promotion Act (Specialty CROP Act) was recently introduced in Congress. It seeks to address challenges faced by U.S. specialty crop exporters, such as…
2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey Underway
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has initiated the 2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey by mailing survey codes to selected irrigators nationwide, encouraging online responses to compile a…
Disappointment in USMCA Panel Ruling on Canadian Dairy Policy
…the Administration but notes the need to address Canada’s actions affecting dairy imports. The USMCA, implemented in 2020, established 14 TRQs that aim to provide specified low-tariff access. Canada’s TRQ…
Climate-Smart Ag Incentives Available to Growers
…data collection no more than twice a year.” The practices include short-season cover crops, nutrient management, residue and tillage management, alley cropping, water management, as well as soil amendments and…
Report Confirms Second Straight Year of Decline in Almond Acreage
…underscores the significance of informed decision-making for farmers as they navigate the evolving trends and challenges within the industry. The data emphasizes the need for sustainable strategies and adaptability in…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 11-21-23
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes the latest on a court ruling on glyphosate and how using groundwater recharge…
Sites Reservoir Project Moving Forward After Environmental Review
In a noteworthy development for California’s water management, the Sites Project Authority, functioning as the lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act, has officially certified the Final Environmental Impact…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 11-17-23
…Endangered Species Act reviews, and Hass avocados being removed as a host in oriental fruit fly quarantines. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more….
Census of Agriculture Report to Be Released February 13
…time and effort to complete the survey. He emphasized the real impact the census data will have on producers, their farming operations, and communities nationwide. The data, essential for informed…
One-Year Farm Bill Extension Passes Through Congress
…necessitating a modernized approach. The National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition (NSAC) celebrated the extension, emphasizing its importance in sustaining key programs that aid farmers in accessing organic markets and agricultural education….
Nearly $28 Million Investment to Support Beginning Farmers
…professional development activities addressing crucial aspects such as capital management, land acquisition, and effective business and farming practices. The NIFA’s BFRDP allocates funds to three types of projects: Standard Projects,…
Almond Matters: Getting Ahead of Weeds with Preemergents
…a central component of getting effective management of weeds. Clean berms and removal of leaves or leftover weeds will allow for better coverage and incorporation into the soil. Herbicide materials…
One of the Worst Powdery Mildew Years in Recent Memory
…factor was a significant amount of moisture at inopportune times in the season. Another complication was that many growers did not start the season with a strenuous management program. “Part…
Injecting Carbon into National Forests and Grasslands
…the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), the other major federal land manager. The BLM issued its carbon storage policy in July 2022. (From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting) Listen…