…that are protected will fit within the 30×30 parameters. There are also questions about how existing agricultural conservation efforts will be included within the overall 30×30 conservation plan. The strategy…
Alexis Taylor Advances Through Senate Agriculture Committee
The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has advanced the nomination of Alexis Taylor as the next Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs for the U.S. Department of…
Week in Review: Responding to New Citrus Disease & Federal Order Helps CA Dairy Producers
…process of a new farm labor stabilization and protection pilot grant program. Agricultural groups have issued support for the CREAATE Act and its purpose to support further development of export…
Ag Industry Disappointed by Newsom’s Signing of Card Check Legislation
…characterized it as a reform to allow mail-in ballots for Agricultural Labor Relations Board (ALRB) elections. Groups that spoke out against the bill raised concern about intimidation from union organizers….
ECP Program for Natural Disaster Assistance
…agricultural production Conservation problems that existed before the disaster or severe drought are ineligible for ECP assistance. Farmers and ranchers should check with their local FSA office to find out…
Developing Leadership in Agriculture from Diverse Backgrounds
…example of an FFA student that doesn’t come from an agricultural background. Her love of leadership, livestock, and personal development has helped her to succeed in the program. Despite not…
U.S. Fertilizer Production to Be Supported By $500 Million Investment
…own unique community’s needs, fill gaps, and build opportunities. Recent supply chain disruptions have shown just how critical it is to invest in the agricultural supply chain here at home….
Industry Engagement Sought for Farm Labor Stabilization Grant Program
…input from the agricultural community. As part of the effort, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) will be holding three virtual listening sessions focused on the grant program. Announced as part…
CREAATE Act to Support Market Development for Ag Exports
Agricultural groups have issued support for the CREAATE Act and its purpose to support further development of export markets. The Cultivating Revitalization by Expanding American Agricultural Trade and Exports Act…
Biden Administration Invests in International Food for Progress Projects
USDA Funding for International Projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. McGovern-Dole Food for Education Program Courtesy of USDA Foreign Agricultural Service The Department of Agriculture will invest…
Week in Review: Rain Creates Concerns for Raisins & Navel Orange Forecast Increases
…from the California Department of Food and Agriculture is up 19 percent from last year. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines directly in your inbox….
Latest Data Shows California Farm Receipts Increased in 2021
…2023 when the California Agricultural Statistics Review is published. Reports detailing agricultural exports and organic sales data for 2021 will also be released early next year. California farm receipts also…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 09-22-22
…of almonds as product ingredients and CCA education playing a critical role in complex agricultural systems. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen…
Farm Workforce Modernization Act: ‘No One Can Afford to Wait Any Longer’
Agricultural groups are continuing to encourage the U.S. Senate to act on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. The legislation passed through the U.S. House of Representatives back in March of…