…Those who are now eligible or need to revise existing applications can contact the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) between January 19 and February 26. The updates…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…Agency have established her as someone who understands the needs of America’s farmers and ranchers.” Bronaugh has a working history with the nominee for Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. During…
Treating More Common Plant Pathogens Naturally
…orange dots all over leaves and stems, which cause leaf drop and overall wilting. As with potato blight, prevention is ideal here. Rust spores thrive in moist environments and need…
How to Treat Some Common Plant Pathogens Naturally
…about treatment. Potato blight thrives in hot, humid weather. If you live in a zone where summers get too humid, grow your potatoes and tomatoes in greenhouses instead. Practice good…
The Western View: That Controversial President Richard Nixon
…first steps toward diplomatic relations with China, and he gained the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty with the Soviet Union. He enforced desegregation of Southern schools, established OSHA and the EPA, and…
Key PPP Changes in Most Recent COVID Relief Package
Some key changes were made to the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) under the most recent COVID relief package. The relief bill includes $284 billion for another round of PPP loans….
CDFA Looking for Proposals for the Fertilizer Research and Education Program
…minimizes environmental impacts of fertilizing materials. Applicants are invited to submit two-page concept proposals by Friday, January 29. Some of the priorities for the 2021 Request for Proposals include addressing…
NRCS Outlines Conservation Priorities for California
…for several of the key conservation practices and others through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR…
Natural Disaster Assistance Offered Through QLA Program
…for the QLA program. The announcement was made by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency earlier in the week. Funding for the assistance is made possible by…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 01-11-21
…from the end of the year report on weedy rice, netting color potentially impacting grapevines and potato pulp showing promise as an ingredient for gluten-free bread. Tune in to the…
California to Receive $17.1 Million to Support Pest Prevention Efforts
…mitigation research for the protection of ornamental nurseries will receive $375,000. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March…
CRP General Signup Will Be Open Through February 12
The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA), is now accepting applications. Agricultural producers and private landowners will have until February…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 01-07-21
…Service Agency, animal activist’s message during the pandemic and ARB offering a virtual one-stop trucking info event. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more….
Almond Update: Why Register Your Farm with FSA?
There are several benefits for producers to register their farm with the Farm Service Agency whether you are applying for services at the time or not. Farm Service Agency’s Brooke…
