…families.” The MPPEP, partnering with the New Hampshire Community Loan Fund, allocates over $83 million to 24 processors in 15 states to build new facilities and create jobs. Projects include…
Week in Review: Water Board Restraining Order & Next Steps After Chevron Deference Ruling
…At the 2024 Salinas Biological Summit, President and CEO of Woolf Farming and Processing, Stuart Woolf shared his experience with biologicals in agriculture. Western United Dairies and the Almond Alliance…
Dairy Producers Fighting for Their Right to Farm in Sonoma County
…of businesses, community groups, and farm bureaus. The Sonoma United – No on J campaign has also been launched to oppose the ballot measure. Sponsored by Western United Dairies, the…
Farm Groups Want Changes to SAF Tax
…credit, shortcomings they say could put the benefits “out of reach for many farmers.” The American Farm Bureau, the American Soybean Association, the National Corn Growers Association, and the National…
NCBA Looking for Singers to Enter Anthem Contest
…those vocal cords. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is looking for the next singing sensation to open CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio, Texas, next February 4-6. The 12th annual…
USDA Seeks Nominations for Fruit and Vegetable Advisory Committee
…comprised of representatives from various sectors like growers, wholesalers, processors, and retailers. Members serve two-year terms, with a maximum of three terms. Current members’ terms end on October 28, and…
Agricultural Land Values Still High
Image by Fotoliss/DepositPhotos image “Nothing short of exceptional.” That’s how Farmers National Company describes the agricultural land market over the last five years. According to the company, gains in value…
Week in Review: Efforts to Overcome INSV & Increasing Interest in Biologicals
…of attendees compared to last year, indicating a strong interest in understanding biologicals and how to use them. Stay informed about the latest agricultural issues by subscribing to the newsletter….
Agricultural Groups Help Bring Bond Measure to the November Ballot
Western United Dairies and the Almond Alliance have helped to secure the passage of the legislation placing a new bond measure on the ballot in November. The Legislature passed SB…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 07-12-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, agricultural groups have helped to bring a bond measure to the November ballot,…
Florida Agricultural Education Teacher to Fly with the Blue Angels
…Show will be featured in Pensacola, Florida this week. They’re welcoming a special guest to fly with them: Austin Courson, an agricultural education teacher, FFA advisor, and incoming assistant principal at…
Wildfire Smoke a Risk to Crews in the Field
…foliage dries into fuel perfect for ravenous flames. President and CEO of AgSafe, Theresa Kiehn, reminds employers of agricultural workers to update their emergency action plans and brief crews about…
New Federal Milk Marketing Order Recommendations Released
…Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall appreciated the hearing but criticized some changes that they believe favor processors over struggling dairy farmers. Duvall stressed the need for a mandatory…
Week in Review: More Water for CVP Contractors & Mixed Results for Nut Shipments
The Bureau of Reclamation announced an increase in water supply allocation for south-of-Delta agricultural contractors in the Central Valley Project. Nut shipments showed varied trends in the month of May,…