…The initiative, funded by a public-private academic partnership, includes solar panels over Turlock Irrigation District canals. The project reduces evaporation, improves water quality, and cuts maintenance costs. It could supply…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-04-25
…of tariffs on markets. The segment concluded with a mention of Josh F.W. Cook’s appointment as EPA Regional Administrator for the Pacific Southwest. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
Study Finds Pierce’s Disease Prevention Saves California Growers Millions
…the Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter Board, credits the success of a public-private partnership that funds research and prevention efforts. The program, funded by grower assessments along with state and…
Farmers Raise Concerns Over Proposed USTR Shipping Fees
…million fee on soybean exports could raise shipping costs from the Pacific Northwest to China from $11.90 per bushel to $12.29. Farmers also argue that competitors like Brazil and Argentina,…
Senate Bill 353 Introduced to Extend Farm to Food Bank Tax Credit
…to local food banks. The bill aims to strengthen the partnership between farmers, food banks, and families, ensuring continued access to healthy food. Senate Bill 353 Introduced to Extend Farm…
Stewardship Agreement Announced to Enhance Wildfire Prevention
…enhance wildfire prevention by expanding fuel breaks across private and federal lands in California and Oregon. This initiative, involving the USDA, US Forest Service, and Sierra Pacific Industries, will add…
USDA/NASS Reports Decrease in Pacific Region Milk Production
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA/NASS) reported a 5.7% decrease in Pacific Region milk production from January 2024 to January 2025, with production per cow in California down 120…
Partnership Formed to Enhance Service to Retail and Food Service Partners
DepositPhotos image Corona College, Heights, Orange and Lemon Association, and Veg Fresh Farms have formed a partnership to enhance their service to retail and food service partners. This alliance combines…
CattleFax Forecasts Continued Strong Demand and High Price Outlook for Cattle Producers
…into the Pacific Northwest, Northern Plains, and Canadian Prairies through this summer. To watch will be the North American monsoon and how much drought relief it can provide to Mexico,…
NRCS Plant Materials Centers Support the National Seed Strategy
…and conserving biodiversity. A new progress report showcases how partnership and federal investment have advanced the National Seed Strategy, a pragmatic tool for restoring healthy ecosystems. NRCS PMC’s have been developing conservation…
Tomato Processors Anticipate a Decrease in Contracted Tons for 2025
…totaling 10.2 million tons, based on a survey by the USDA’s Pacific Regional Office. This is down from the 11.3 million tons forecast in August 2024. The production is expected…
USDA Announces Grants and Technical Assistance Funding
…enhance our customer service through the partnership with NIFA.” “NIFA is excited to partner with NRCS and Land-grant Universities to increase the footprint of Cooperative Extension in dedicated Urban Service…
Pacific NW Above-Average Mountain Snowpack Accumulations
DepositPhotos image USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the Pacific Northwest’s above-average mountain snowpack accumulations, noting a pattern consistent with La Niña conditions despite the absence of an official La Niña….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-31-24
…the importance of the Pacific Northwest and California for hybrid seed production due to their dry climates and cross-pollination controls. Sabrina wraps up the show with an excerpt from the…