Fruit and vegetable plant breeders who use gene editing are now facing more regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA recently increased oversight of some gene-edited crops and added…
Wet Winter Was a ‘Blessing’ for Winegrape Growers
…in terms of disease and pest pressures. So long as winegrape growers were on top of their crop protection programs, it should prove to be a successful season. Bitter did…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 06-30-23
…management, new EPA requirements to cost the specialty crops industry, and a conversation on pesticide regulations and the impacts they have on the future of the industry. Tune in to…
Most Grilling Costs Stay Higher This Summer
…since AFBF began the survey in 2013, and 2023 comes in as the second-highest cost. The cookout favorites include cheeseburgers, chicken breasts, pork chops, homemade potato salad, strawberries and ice…
USDA Announces Investment in Wildlife Conservation
…combining cutting-edge science with local knowledge, according to USDA. The new funding includes $250 million from the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) and $250 million from the Environmental Quality Incentives…
USDA and NASA Team Up to Bolster Research Efforts
…NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said they are dedicated to preparing the next generation to lead the ag industry. Nelson also noted that the agency is committed to bringing more actionable…
USDA Reminds Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports by July 17
…appointment with their local USDA office before the applicable deadline, which for many places and crops is July 17. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) also reminds producers with login access…
Prop 1 Funding to Bring More Irrigation Water to South Sacramento County
…are critical to expand the state’s water supplies, improve water quality, and alleviate ecological problems in our watersheds,” said Yana Garcia, Secretary for Environmental Protection. “I’m excited to see this project move to the…
Industry Reps to House Ag: USDA Should Handle Rural Broadband
…in rural America. Committee Ranking Member, Representative David Scott of Georgia, asked the witnesses if USDA was the right agency to handle the issue of rural broadband. Jim Matheson Chief…
Animal Welfare Claims on Meat Packaging to Receive Further Scrutiny
…We will also work with FSIS to ensure the agency is meeting its separate and distinct food safety mandate.” Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
USDA Seeks Fiscal Year 2024 Suggestions for Plant Protection Projects
…bee. USDA photo by Scott Bauer USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks input for fiscal year 2024 Plant Protection Act funding to protect American agriculture and natural…
Week in Review: Phase 2 of LandFlex is Available & Success with Cover Cropping in Tomatoes
VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, Eric Morgan said their cover cropping system in tomatoes is showing promise. President and CEO of the Almond Alliance of California,…
FSA County Committees Seeking Nominations by August 1
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting nominations to serve on county committees. More than 7,700 individuals serve on Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees across the country. Nominations…
The California Kitchen: Perfect Tuna Sear
In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Tuna Sear with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Perfect Sweet Potato Hash Here is what you will need… 3 T…
