The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has awarded more than $2 million for nutrient management projects. CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program (FREP) is awarding $2.18 million dollars…
Potential Changes to Ag Burning Regulations in the San Joaquin Valley
…for surface harvested prunings. President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA), Roger Isom said it has become even more difficult to comply with the District’s Ag Burn…
Budget Proposal Highlights Climate Resiliency as A Major Priority
The proposed budget from Governor Gavin Newsom includes several provisions for helping the state address issues of climate change. Part of the climate smart agriculture funding allocations in the budget…
Smoke Taint Research Funded Through Last Spending Bill
The latest funding bill that was passed last month includes support for important winegrape research. The year-end omnibus funding bill and COVID-19 relief package provided funding support for investigating smoke…
AFBF Suggests Methodology Improvements for NASS Reports
…commitment to working with NASS to help make improvements that will ultimately benefit the industry as a whole. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West…
RCPP Final Rule Incorporates Feedback from Industry Stakeholders
…authorities to projects outside Critical Conservation Areas. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On…
Week in Review: Relief Provided in PPP Revision, FARMER Funding Increased in Budget
…The Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions program, known simply as the FARMER program is set to receive significant state support. The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program has been updated…
USDA Announces Hemp Final Rule, Formalizing Regulatory Requirements
…concern that the new Biden Administration may reevaluate the rule. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture. We are especially encouraged by her strong background in farm programs, extension, education, and research.” In her various roles within agriculture, Bronaugh has led efforts…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 01-20-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a food safety group seeking funding to improve food…
Industry Call for Produce Safety Research Funding
A food safety group is seeking funding to improve produce safety research and already has a third of the funds raised. The Center for Produce Safety (CPS) has started a new capital…
FARMER Program Receives Significant Support in Budget Proposal
The Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions program, known simply as the FARMER program is set to receive significant state support. The $227 billion budget recently proposed by Governor…
USDA Urged to Prioritize Agricultural Worker Safety
…concern. The funding is to be spent on the purchase and distribution of agricultural products. USDA is also instructed to use that funding for the provision of grants and loans…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 01-14-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering priorities of the Senate Ag Committee with a new…