…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…
Deadline Approaching for California Farmers to Apply for Conservation Assistance
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California has announced federal assistance opportunities for agricultural producers for Fiscal Year 2025. While applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)…
Engine Technology Forum Urges California to Boost Support for Renewable Biofuels in Clean Energy Policies
DepositPhotos image The Engine Technology Forum (ETF) has called on California’s energy and environmental agencies to recognize renewable biodiesel and renewable diesel as essential decarbonization tools. ETF made its case…
Organic Research Field Day Highlights Funding Needs for Climate-Smart Solutions
…focuses on innovative organic and climate-smart farming practices, including cover cropping and soil health management. His work has helped farmers adopt more sustainable practices, increasing resilience and reducing environmental impact….
Xerces Society’s 2023 Efforts Highlight Pollinator and Habitat Protection
…Dakota. Twitter LinkedIn Facebook WordPress Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4,…
Almond Update: California Almond Board Courts Mexican Bakers with Central Valley Tour
The Almond Board of California recently hosted a tour in the Central Valley, targeting the Mexican baking industry to showcase the potential of almonds in sweet baked goods. This event…
NRCS Announces $1.5 Billion for Conservation Projects Aimed at Climate Action and Resource Protection
…as a model public-private partnership supporting natural resource protection and climate resilience. Projects include innovative technologies to reduce livestock methane emissions, water conservation initiatives to address drought in the West,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ralston Purina Company Formed
…of a cereal company, Ralston Breakfast Cereals, and in 1902, the name was changed to Ralston Purina Company, and the checkerboard logo would soon follow. That’s today’s American Agriculture History…
Election Results Set the Stage for New Priorities in Agriculture
…agencies face more restrictions when enforcing environmental regulations, such as those under the National Environmental Policy Act. Tax relief for farmers and ranchers is another priority. Lane emphasized the importance…
Sonoma County Votes Down Animal Containment Measure, Early Results Show
…The coalition comprises various animal rights and environmental organizations, including Direct Action Everywhere, known for its advocacy against large-scale animal farming practices. These supporters said that Measure J would protect…
