The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking partners for wetland ecosystem restoration on agricultural land. A total of $17 million is being invested through the Wetland Reserve Enhancement Partnership…
Almond Update: Grower Incentives to Advance Almond Orchard 2025 Goals
…that are offered through the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. Villane discussed the Low-Dust Nut Harvester Replacement program, the Agricultural Tractor Replacement program, and the Alternatives to Agricultural…
Made in the USA Standards Strengthened with Federal Announcements
…protecting consumers from false and misleading labels.” Several agricultural groups have issued messages of support for the improved strengthening of the Made in the USA standard. The Consumer Federation of…
Agriculture Funding Bill Adds Nearly $3 Billion in Support
…research, along with climate-related programs all received increased support in the bill. Support for agricultural research would be increased to more than $3.3 billion. Approximately $1.6 billion would be allocated…
Almond Shipments Staying Strong Despite Pandemic Challenges
…threw trade markets into turmoil, with supply chains having to adapt to a vastly different landscape. Port delays have continued to be a problem for the agricultural sector throughout the…
Wildfire Insurance Legislation Continues Forward Momentum
…Insurance Requirements (FAIR) Plan to benefit farmers and ranchers. According to CFBF, the legislation would authorize the California FAIR Plan to expand coverage eligibility to agricultural infrastructure. County Farm Bureaus…
High Priority Areas Identified for NRCS California Drought Assistance
…practices and programs to help agricultural producers.” NRCS recently announced the determination of six high-priority areas for California drought assistance. An emphasis is being placed on statewide cropland, range, pasture,…
Week in Review: ‘Extraordinarily Concerning’ Labor Market & New Guidelines for Winegrape Mechanization
The agricultural labor market is especially problematic this year, as other industries also struggle to find workers. California Fresh Fruit Association President Ian LeMay details the challenges that the fresh…
Identifying a Few Common Pest That Will Go After Onions
…seedlings with agricultural fleece. Listen to Cathy Isom’s This Land of Ours program here. Identifying Common Pest That Go After Onions Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026…
VofV: Global Agricultural Issues Require Global Solutions
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…
Almond Update: Additional Conservation Assistance for Drought Impacted Regions
…the Almond Board of California. “It is limited to four western states that are going through the drought right now. It’s $22.7 million for California.” The deadline to apply for…
Sheep Industry Input Needed to Update Targeted Grazing Handbook
The American Sheep Industry (ASI) Association is seeking industry input in the development of a new resource for producers. ASI is working to develop a second volume of its Targeted…
Improving EU Trade Relationship to Benefit U.S. Ag Exporters
…resolution. Under a recent cooperative framework, tariffs for multiple products including agricultural goods are being lifted for a period of five years. “This trade announcement was a step in the…
Ag Groups Make Recommendations for Strengthening Food Supply Chain
…(USDA) request for comment. Agricultural organizations have comments on how to move forward with the Supply Chains for the Production of Agricultural Commodities and Food Products notice. “We’re grateful USDA…