…2022, there are many places in the world facing increasing hunger. Hunger was still rising in western Asia, the Caribbean, and throughout all the subregions of Africa in 2022. Africa…
AgNet Weekly: NAFB President Joe Gill on S1669, the AM Radio in Every Vehicle Act
…FEMA, and the National Association of Farm Broadcasters. NAFB president Joe Gill joins us this week to discuss why the organization believes this is an important issue. Each week we…
Week in Review: Water Projects Streamlined & Legislative Effort to Address Tomato Pest
…expand research in strawberry automation, paving the way for improved sustainable farming practices and workforce development. Get all of the latest agricultural headlines sent to your inbox by subscribing to…
‘Great Concern’ About EPA Rules for Plant-Incorporated Protectants
…to House and Senate Agriculture Committee leaders highlighting issues with the regulation. “The rule as finalized will suppress access to agricultural innovations greatly needed to reduce inputs, adapt to a…
Land Sales Slowing, Prices Remain High
…National Association of Farm Broadcasters. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Land Sales Slowing, Prices Remain High Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…
Coalition Pushes for Timely Passage of 2023 Farm Bill
…Members of the campaign include the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, the American Farm Bureau Federation, and the Farm Credit Council. The group highlights the importance of the…
Almond Update: 2023 Almond Production Expected to Increase
Almond production is forecasted to reach 2.60 billion meat pounds, according to the 2023 California Almond Objective Measurement Report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service….
Xochitl Torres Small Confirmed as U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…step down. By March, more than 50 food and agricultural groups issued a letter of support for her nomination. Previously, Torres Small has served as a U.S. Representative for the…
AB 402 Seeks Decisive Action Against Broomrape Threat
…from key entities such as the California Tomato Growers Association, California Agricultural Commissioners and Sealers Association, and the Solano County Board of Supervisors. AB 402 emphasizes the need for regulatory…
Grains for Heart Health
…Poll on behalf of the American Heart Association, U.S. adults are least knowledgeable about refined vs. whole grains compared to other foods like fruits, vegetables, and proteins. Also, when asked…
AgNet Weekly: Representative Doug LaMalfa on Farm Labor Working Group
Congress is looking into farm labor needs around the nation, but it is a challenging task. The House Agriculture Committee recently announced the creation of the bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working…
Week in Review: Winegrapes Benefit from Winter Weather & Tulare Lake Starting to Recede
…region, state officials announced that the lake’s water levels have begun to recede. The House Agriculture Committee recently announced the creation of the bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working Group, to focus…
Methane Emission Reduction Grants Available for Dairy and Livestock Producers
…in significant methane emission reductions, making California a national and international leader in supporting on-farm livestock methane reductions using climate-smart agricultural management approaches and other environmental benefits, including improved water…
FAA Rule Change for Farm Drones
…to dispense or spray substances (including disinfectants). The new streamlined process allows the FAA to streamline both the Part 137 agricultural UAS certification and the drone exemption process for visual…