…than 1 million American jobs. Since 2009, USDA has removed numerous unfair restrictions to U.S. trade to help farmers export more. USDA has also led more than 225 U.S. agribusinesses…
$260 Million Available for Regional Conservation Program
…and air quality, cleaning and conserving water and enhancing wildlife habitat. For an interactive look at USDA’s work in conservation and forestry over the course of this Administration, visit https://medium.com/usda-results….
Warm, Dry February Stalls Snowpack Gains
Courtesy: Len Wilcox Spring and summer water supply estimates fell for most of the West, according to data from the third 2016 forecast by USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. Gains…
National Plant a Flower Day
…require planting every year). To find out more check out the USDA site for Hardiness Zones. For those who just can’t wait for the soil outside to thaw, seeds can…
Agri View: Avian Flu…Again?
Everett Griner talks about a new case of Avian Flu in today’s Agri View. Avian Flu…Again? From USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection…
USDA’s Final CSP Rule Published
USDA’s Final CSP Rule Published The United States Department of Agriculture Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) published its final rule on the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) today in the Federal…
Almond Board: CASP Workshops
…management plans, farm evaluation surveys Workshops begin at 8:00 a.m. and conclude by 1:00 p.m. Expert speakers include leadership from Water Quality Coalitions, Water Board, Farm Bureau and USDA NRCS,…
$14.5 Million in Available Funding for Plant-Biotic Research
…of energy, mitigating climate variability, and ensuring food safety. To learn more about NIFA’s impact on agricultural science, visit www.nifa.usda.gov/impacts, sign up for email updates, or follow on Twitter @usda_NIFA,…
Farm Women and Consumers
…the country can connect with other women leaders in agriculture by joining the USDA’s ag mentoring network by emailing AgWomenLead@usda.gov They can also learn more about strong women telling agriculture’s…
Valencia Oranges Increased in Crop Forecast
Mark Hudson, USDA/NASS, Washington, D.C, issued the March USDA citrus crop forecast. The forecast for California reflected an increase for Valencia oranges from ten million boxes to 10.5 million. Crop…
Diversified Ag Field for College Students
…From: USDA.gov Steering the Best Talent Towards Colleges of Agriculture Jay Akridge Glenn W. Sample Dean of Agriculture Purdue University Akridge USDA 2016 Agricultural Outlook Forum The Talent Pipeline Supply…
Agri View: Oh Real Christmas Tree
…balsam fir, Douglas-fir, Fraser fir, noble fir, Scotch pine, Virginia pine and white pine. USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service, National Christmas Tree Association (NCTA) and your local Christmas Tree professional….
Florida Growers Share HLB Fight
Courtesy: USDA Florida citrus growers were in California recently to share their real life accounts of huanglongbing (HLB) disease with the citrus industry. Florida Growers Share HLB Fight California Citrus…
$20 Million Committed to Innovative Conservation Projects
…and air quality, cleaning and conserving water and enhancing wildlife habitat. For an interactive look at USDA’s work in conservation and forestry over the course of this Administration, visit https://medium.com/usda-results….