…NOAA Fisheries has released draft environmental impact statements identifying proposed Aquaculture Opportunity Areas (AOAs) in Southern California and the Gulf of Mexico, advancing efforts to promote sustainable aquaculture. The public…
Farmers Across America Make Thanksgiving Dinner Possible
…three producing states for nine key items. Minnesota and North Carolina produce 30% of the nation’s turkeys, valued at $6.57 billion in 2023. Idaho and Washington dominate potato farming, which…
Public Input Needed on How to Improve Conservation Practice Standards
…benefits, as supported by peer-reviewed scientific literature. Conservation practices providing climate benefits are delivered through existing conservation programs. This includes the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), and…
USDA Invests $265 Million to Conserve 335,000 Acres of Forestlands
…by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, is part of the Forest Legacy Program and aims to protect working forests that support rural economies and provide essential environmental benefits. In 2024…
EPA Finalizes Approval for California Clean Air Plan Updates in San Joaquin Valley
Shutterstock image The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized approval of California’s updated State Implementation Plan (SIP) to meet federal air quality standards in the San Joaquin Valley. This decision…
Urban Agriculture Bridging the Gap Between Cities and Farms
DepositPhotos image Urban agriculture is playing a growing role in connecting city residents with the world of farming, according to Zach Ducheneaux, Administrator of the Farm Service Agency (FSA) at…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-22-24
…Sherry also shares her hopes for collaboration between ranchers, policymakers, and environmental groups to implement meaningful land management solutions. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…
Ag Industry Praised for Emission Efforts, Faces New Challenges
…hurdles, McGlothlin highlighted the industry’s commitment to reducing emissions. During the session, the Air Resources Board (CARB) and EPA Region 9 acknowledged the Valley’s success in meeting air quality standards….
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 11-20-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we’re joined by Francie Tolle, who is the USDA Risk Management Agency Deputy Administrator for Compliance Listen…
USDA Breaks Ground on Advanced Agricultural Research Facility at UC Davis
…part of ARS’s commitment to modernizing infrastructure to support sustainable agriculture and environmental resilience. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and…
Plant Odors Offer Hope for Sustainable Agriculture
…attract beneficial insects. Such insights could reduce reliance on chemical pesticides, benefiting both productivity and environmental health. The study also highlights potential agricultural applications, such as using companion plants like…
Ballots Now Accepted in FSA County Committee Elections
DepositPhotos image The voting process for Farm Service Agency County Committee elections is underway with ballot submitted at local FSA offices or postmarked by December 2nd. Rod Bain has details….
Farm Service Agency Stresses Support for Farmers Amid Disasters
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is working to assist farmers facing natural disasters, particularly in the Southeast and California. In an interview with AgNet…
CDPR to Begin Reevaluation of Paraquat Dichloride
…According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), paraquat can be deadly if ingested and has been linked to serious health issues with improper handling. Because of this, paraquat use in…
