…press release. “Improving soil health in California must be a collaborative effort between CDFA, stakeholder groups, sister agencies and federal partners.” To be eligible for HSP funding, conservation practices must…
Groundwater Recharge Efforts Gain Momentum in San Joaquin Valley
…overcoming regulatory barriers, enhancing local infrastructure, and expanding recharge partnerships to ensure sustainable water management amidst evolving climate conditions. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Judge Blocks Disaster Program Special Funding to Minority Farmers
…the program reflects the Farm Service Agency’s interest in remedying past discrimination. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 06-17-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show features information about additional federal funding for California water infrastructure and how economic opportunities…
More Herbicide Diversification Possible with New Materials for Rice
…rice fields to mitigate weeds. By using native plants, there also is potential to introduce beneficial insects to the field and improve soil quality. UCCE received funding from the California…
Senate Farm Bill Framework Receiving Industry Support
…and Forestry, unveiled a five-year farm bill proposal on Tuesday. The framework aims to modernize the farm safety net, increase funding for agricultural trade, and invest in rural development. It…
Court Dismisses Environmental Challenge to Sites Reservoir
…the federal government, a $2.2 billion EPA loan, and $875 million from state funds. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
USDA Awards $83 Million through Fertilizer Production Expansion Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an $83 million investment in domestic fertilizer projects across 12 states to strengthen competition and lower costs for American farmers. The funding is…
USDA Program for Dairy Producers Amid H5N1
…Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily reports on legislative issues and hosts The AgNet News Hour. She was recently named…
Week in Review: California Sued Over Emissions Rules & Positive Outlook for Dairy
…the year, according to the recent global dairy report. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of funding for the first five projects under the new Assisting Specialty…
The Science of Soil From Feeding Minds Press
…Henry Ford Grows a Car,” the winner of the 2020 American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Book of the Year Award. Education materials are included with the book. Listen to…
Almond Update: RAPP Funding to Support Export Markets for California Almonds
The Almond Board of California (ABC) has secured $7 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP). ABC’s funding award is part of…
Funding for Projects Under New Assisting Specialty Crop Exports Initiative
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of funding for the first five projects under the new Assisting Specialty Crop Exports initiative. The program aims to address non-tariff…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 05-29-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show information on funding for projects under the new Assisting Specialty Crop Exports Initiative….