…across many parts of agriculture. “Production, processing, transportation—all of them need more workers,” said Eisele. To solve this, he hopes to see more emphasis on education and vocational training. “I…
American Agriculture History Minute: Land-Grant Universities Outside the United States
…with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Land-Grant Universities Outside the United States Land-grant universities exist in nearly every state as a result of the Morrill Act…
Record Investment in Private Lands Conservation in 2024
…available from the Inflation Reduction Act for climate-smart agriculture and forestry mitigation activities, in addition to the $2 billion available from the Farm Bill for all conservation activities. The agency obligated…
Sheep Rancher Honored as California Cattlemen’s Association Livestock Man of the Year
…in various agricultural organizations. He has had a long career in education and the livestock industry, including serving as president of the American Lamb Board and the American Dexter Cattle…
Farm Bill Extension, Ag Disaster Aid in Fed Funding CR
DepositPhotos image Some ag oriented measures were part of legislation approved this weekend – Continuing Resolution funding the federal government through mid-March. Rod Bain reports. Farm Bill Extension, Ag Disaster…
California Walnut Commission Receives $7 Million to Boost Global Exports
DepositPhotos image The California Walnut Commission (CWC) announced it has been awarded $7 million in funding from the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program’s (RAPP) second round of grants. The funding aims…
American Seed Trade Association Receives $1 Million to Expand Global Markets
DepositPhotos image The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) announced it has received $1 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) grants….
Supporting Women in Western Industries with $30,000 Scholarship
…in Western Industries with $30,000 Scholarship Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily…
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced a new partnership with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) to fund projects that strengthen…
Almond Update: Conference Session Highlights Post-Harvest IPM
…Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The…
Farm Bureau Pleads for Farmer Aid as Funding Bill Falters Following Musk Tweet
…letter is available online by clicking here. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss the recent mysterious drone sightings…
Congress Advances Farm Bill Extension and Aid Package
…NFU stated. What’s Next? Congress faces a tight timeline to pass the funding package before the government’s current funding authorization expires. The inclusion of agricultural aid in the broader appropriations…
More Funding for Screwworm Management
…cause serious, often deadly damage to the animal. NWS can infest livestock, pets, wildlife, occasionally birds, and in rare cases, people. Courtesy of USDA/APHIS The Agriculture Department has allocated additional…