Because of the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is extending program flexibilities to Approved Insurance Providers (AIPs) and agricultural producers until June 30,…
Nearly $73 Million Available Through USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
…agriculture are also being encouraged to conduct outreach with stakeholders and engage potential beneficiaries when developing projects and applications. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet…
EPA Announces Stricter Pollution Enforcement
EPA Administrator Michael Regan The Environmental Protection Agency is taking what it calls “bold actions” to reduce pollution. Among the agency-wide actions, EPA Administrator Michael Regan said he is “committing…
WETA Program Application Window Extended to February 3
…Program Application Window Extended to February 3 About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk…
Blong Xiong to Lead USDA’s Farm Service Agency in California
…for consumers. Farm Service Agency serves farmers, ranchers, foresters, and agricultural partners through the effective, efficient, and equitable delivery of federal agricultural programs. The Agency offers producers a strong safety…
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Talks with AgNet Media on Funding for Bridge Repairs
…in funding. Secretary Buttigieg said the state will determine which projects get the funding. Listen to the full interview here. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Talks with AgNet Media on Funding…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 01-19-22
…interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk…
USDA Outlines Long-Term Strategy for Addressing Wildfire Crisis
…Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November 1, 2025…
RCPP Applications Accepted Through April 13
Up to $225 million is being made available by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Funding opportunities for conservation partners are available through…
Progress Report Details Water Resilience Portfolio Implementation
…a comprehensive plan to address water challenges in California. The California Natural Resources Agency, California Environmental Protection Agency, and California Department of Food and Agriculture were tasked with developing the…
California Climate Hub Priorities Bolstered with USDA investment
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making significant investment to help support climate smart agricultural practices. A total of $9 million is being allocated to bolster new Cooperative Extension…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 01-13-22
…to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture…
Applications Still Being Accepted for HSP Incentives Program
…radio report below. Applications Still Being Accepted for HSP Incentives Program About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March…
Newsom’s California Blueprint Includes $750 Million for Drought Response
…funding would be used to increase the ability to repurpose irrigated ag land to reduce reliance on groundwater. To mitigate the impact of drought on fish and wildlife populations, $75…