…available through the Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI), authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill and administered by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). “This announcement marks the…
House Ag Committee Highlights Veteran Farmer Contributions
…make to our national food security. This is the fourth hearing in the committee’s hearing series focused on national security. Members heard from a panel of veterans-turned-farmers who shared their…
Funding for Critical Water Research
…by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). “Finding solutions for dealing with water scarcity as well as maintaining water quality is critical for communities across the country and…
Impacts of Environmental Regulations and Voluntary Conservation Solutions Examined
…Family Farm Alliance, Savery, WY Panel II Ms. Celia Gould, Director, Idaho State Department of Agriculture, Boise, ID Mr. Lee McDaniel, President, National Association of Conservation Districts, Washington, DC Mr….
Funding Available for Foundational Agricultural Research
…Research Initiative (AFRI) Foundational Program, authorized by the 2014 Farm Bill and administered by USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). “Investing in agricultural research ensures that our farmers…
CA Tops in Organic Farms, Sales
In 2014, the United States had 14,093 organic farms producing $5.5 billion in organic products, according to a survey conducted by USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). The number of…
Agri View: Top Agriculture Prize
…of the organization was updated in 1988 after a vote of national convention delegates to reflect the growing diversity and new opportunities in the industry of agriculture. Today, the National…
Organic Survey – California
…conducted by USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). The number of organic farms varies across the country. California organic farms were 20 percent of the U.S. total, with 2,805 certified…
Honey Bee Colony Health Survey Results
Survey Developed as Part of National Pollinator Action Research Plan Gives New Insight into Losses of Managed Bee Colonies The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) released…
Challenging Conditions in the West
…The research may examine relationships nationally, eco-regionally, or for other subpopulations of interest. More information on the Campus Research Challenge: https://www.epa.gov/national-aquatic-resource-surveys/national-wetland-condition-assessment-campus-research-challenge More information on the National Wetland Condition Assessment: http://www2.epa.gov/national-aquatic-resource-surveys…
Climate Smart Agriculture and Forestry Results
…Softwood Lumber Board and the Binational Softwood Lumber Council, announced the winners of the U.S. Tall Wood Building Prize Competition. The two winning development teams were granted a combined $3…
Farmers Markets Explosion
…producers nationwide. As of National Farmers Market Week, (the first full week in August), there were 8,476 farmers markets listed in USDA’s National Farmers Market Directory. This is a 2.5…
Certified Farmers’ Markets in California
…wish to sell your commodity. View contact information for County Agricultural Commissioners. Certified Farmers Market Locator: Certified Farmers Markets by County – (pdf) | (xlsx) USDA National Directory Learn more….
New Cow Milk Benefits Found for Babies
…the world. New Dairy Benefits Found for Babies Bank of America national executive of food, wine and agriculture Cornelious Gallagher told attendees at the Golden State Dairy conference what he…