…offered through the different divisions. Director of Sustainability for Western United Dairies and the California Cattle Council, Aubrey Bettencourt explained that while it can take time, appealing a USDA decision…
VofV: Organic Farming – Selling Health, Well-Being and Lifestyle
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Industry Members Support Continuation of Blueberry Council
…together, united under our vision to make blueberries the world’s favorite fruit.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
California Receives Significant Specialty Crop Investment
…specialty crop industry. The Western Agricultural Processors Association will be developing safety training for postharvest tree nut hulling and processing. UC Davis was also awarded grant funding for multiple different…
Fresh Produce Industry Calling for Supply Chain Relief
…systems, economies, and ultimately individuals and families across the continent and around the globe.” The coalition includes groups and associations such as the United Fresh Produce Association, Western Growers, California…
USDA Emphasizes Commitment to Climate at COP26
USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack attended the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, Scotland. He emphasized USDA’s support for President Biden’s whole of government approach to combatting climate change,…
Passage of Infrastructure Investment Bill Largely Supported by Ag
…support for the legislation moving one step closer to being signed by President Joe Biden. “Western fresh produce growers and indeed farmers throughout the West have reason to celebrate passage…
County Committee Elections Begin for Farm Service Agency
…local FSA county office or be postmarked by December 6. Committee members are responsible for the local administration of federal farm programs. Director of Sustainability for Western United Dairies and…
Safety Cautions and Preparations for Tree Cutting and Felling
…in the United States, and fatality rates for tree care workers is 30-percent higher for all workers in the U-S. To begin, always take a good look at the surrounding…
Launching Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate
The United States and United Arab Emirates launched the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate alongside 31 countries and 48 non-government partners. Known as AIM for Climate, the mission was announced…
Deere, UAW, Reach Tentative Agreement
Deere & Co and United Auto Workers International reached a tentative new contract. The agreement could lead to the end of a worker strike. The deal was announced over the…
Tariff Agreement with EU Reopens Doors for US Agriculture Exports
The United States and European Union announced an end to the trade conflict of steel and aluminum tariffs, welcome news for agriculture. The United States will not apply section 232…
New Study Reveals the Dangers of Tree Felling
…according to Penn State researchers who conducted a new study of associated deaths. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration calls logging “the most dangerous occupation in the United States.” The…
VofV: Hands-Free is the Only Way to Be
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