…biofuel feedstock crops included under the rule. USDA is also publishing a beta version of the USDA Feedstock Carbon Intensity Calculator (USDA FD-CIC) to facilitate the quantification of farm-level crop-specific carbon intensity….
USDA Reminds Producers to Apply for Assistance to Cover Food Safety Certification Expenses
…schedule appointments for application. Further information can be found at farmers.gov/food-safety. Lorrie Boyer reporting for AgNet West. USDA Reminds Producers to Apply for Assistance to Cover Food Safety Certification Expenses…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-20-25
…the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native of…
Beagle Brigade Secures the Nation’s Agricultural Gateways
…Hour. She was recently named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum….
Vilsack Finalizes Third Rule Under the Packers and Stockyards Act
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack has finalized a third rule under the Packers and Stockyards Act aimed at leveling the playing field for farmers who contract with meat and poultry processing…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-17-25
…Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is recognizing the dedication and resilience of veteran farmers through its inaugural Veteran Farmer Award of Excellence. Retired Army Col. Joe Ricker of Indiana is the…
Enrollment Opened for 2025 Farm and Dairy Safety-Net Programs
…certain level. How to Enroll: Producers interested in enrolling in these programs should contact their local USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. Enrollment can be completed in person, by mail,…
Avocado Industry Facing Shortage
Hass avocado baskets for export DepositPhotos image The avocado industry is facing a 25-30% shortage due to reduced USDA inspections and weather-related trucking delays, leading to tight supplies and increased…
NFU Prioritizes Maintaining Viability of Farming Operations
DepositPhotos image The National Farmers Union (NFU) prioritizes maintaining the viability of farming operations amidst economic challenges, emphasizing the need for a robust safety net, strong crop insurance, and continued…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-16-25
…Services at the Center for a Humane Economy, discusses the ongoing H5N1 outbreak. With its origins in China and global spread, this deadly virus persists despite the USDA’s $2 billion…
Almond Update: Almond Growers Encouraged to Support Pollinator Health
…also addressed the importance of aiding native pollinators, including species like the monarch butterfly, which was recently listed as threatened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Lewis emphasized the…
California Wildfires Also Affecting Agriculture
…that back in December with the Franklin fire that burned through some agricultural communities, and that has happened again.” “The damage is extensive to farm buildings, to fencing, and to…
USDA Announces Grants and Technical Assistance Funding
…$2.5 million for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production (UAIP) grants, building on $53.7 million invested in UAIP grant projects by OUAIP since 2020. In addition, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), which…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-15-25
…named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting and serves as a Council Member on the World Agriculture Forum. Sabrina is a native…