Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the western drought deemed most intense in 20 years, preventative measures for fungal…
DLSE Reviewing FLC Exam Results After Discovery of Discrepancies
…grading some licensing exams. Executive Director of the California Farm Labor Contractor Association, Nigel Bocanegra said DLSE is in the process of notifying FLCs that received erroneous exam results. “For…
Dairy Research Centers Celebrate 35 Years
…The network’s six centers include: California Dairy Innovation Center Midwest Dairy Foods Research Center Northeast Dairy Foods Research Center Southeast Dairy Foods Research Center Western Center for Dairy Research Wisconsin…
Study Highlights Economic Impact of Fresh Produce Industry
In 2022 the U.S. fresh produce and floral industries are adding $339.4 billion to the national output. The study conducted on behalf of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) illustrates…
Developing Leadership in Agriculture from Diverse Backgrounds
…example of an FFA student that doesn’t come from an agricultural background. Her love of leadership, livestock, and personal development has helped her to succeed in the program. Despite not…
VofV: Linking Small Farmers and Scientists on the International Stage
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find…
U.S. Fertilizer Production to Be Supported By $500 Million Investment
…own unique community’s needs, fill gaps, and build opportunities. Recent supply chain disruptions have shown just how critical it is to invest in the agricultural supply chain here at home….
Industry Engagement Sought for Farm Labor Stabilization Grant Program
…input from the agricultural community. As part of the effort, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will be holding three virtual listening sessions focused on the grant program. Announced as part…
CREAATE Act to Support Market Development for Ag Exports
Agricultural groups have issued support for the CREAATE Act and its purpose to support further development of export markets. The Cultivating Revitalization by Expanding American Agricultural Trade and Exports Act…
Biden Administration Invests in International Food for Progress Projects
USDA Funding for International Projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. McGovern-Dole Food for Education Program Courtesy of USDA Foreign Agricultural Service The Department of Agriculture will invest…
Week in Review: Rain Creates Concerns for Raisins & Navel Orange Forecast Increases
…from the California Department of Food and Agriculture is up 19 percent from last year. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines directly in your inbox….
Latest Data Shows California Farm Receipts Increased in 2021
…2023 when the California Agricultural Statistics Review is published. Reports detailing agricultural exports and organic sales data for 2021 will also be released early next year. California farm receipts also…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 09-22-22
…of almonds as product ingredients and CCA education playing a critical role in complex agricultural systems. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen…
Farm Workforce Modernization Act: ‘No One Can Afford to Wait Any Longer’
Agricultural groups are continuing to encourage the U.S. Senate to act on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. The legislation passed through the U.S. House of Representatives back in March of…