…provincial agricultural officials of Canada, the U.S. and Mexico to work together on agricultural trade and development issues, a long-standing commitment to trade by the three countries. The National Association…
Week in Review: Record-Setting Port Traffic and Pesticide Residues Remain Low
…will soon have an opportunity to vote on whether to continue their federal marketing order. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines directly in your inbox….
Despite Objections, State Water Board Votes to Increase Fees
The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) recently voted to further increase fees related to water quality and water rights. President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA),…
Working Group Highlights Ag Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions
…within the supply chain. The group estimates that delays and complications related to port issues have resulted in nearly $1.5 billion in lost agricultural exports. The group also notes that…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 10-29-21
…alfalfa, information on the role that biostimulants play in IPM strategies, and a report on the upcoming Agricultural Outlook Forum. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews,…
Support Grows for Sustainable Productivity Growth Coalition
…through productivity growth that optimizes agricultural sustainability across social, economic, and environmental dimensions. Vilsack says, “We initiated this because it’s clear that increasing agricultural productivity is essential to meet the…
Almond Update: Almond Leadership Program Accepting Applications
…skillset in the next generation of leaders within the agricultural industry. Participants will engage in training seminars and other hands-on learning opportunities. The program delves into the most pressing issues…
Comment Period Open for NEPA Implementation
…changes are reportedly intended to restore regulatory provisions that had been amended under the Trump Administration last year. Many agricultural industry members had celebrated the updates that were made in…
Students Leaders Prepare for the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo
FFA members and supporters from across the country will celebrate agriculture and agricultural education this week during the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis. Held virtually last year,…
Sharing the Story of Agriculture with Food and Farm Facts
…The 32-page, full-color book features updated facts and easy-to-read infographics about U.S. agriculture that can be used in various ways to help increase agricultural literacy. The book would be a…
USDA Sets Dates for California Walnuts Continuance Referendum
…marketing order between the dates of December 6 and December 31. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service will be mailing ballots and voting instructions to all growers who produced walnuts in California from September…
Lawmakers Encourage Ag Research Funding in Budget Legislation
…and development. “We write to respectfully request your assistance in protecting the $7.75 billion investment in agricultural climate research, agriculture innovation, and agricultural research infrastructure included in the House Agriculture…
Port of Los Angeles Experiences Another Record Month for Cargo
…and so many others on the waterfront and in our region’s warehouses. I’m grateful to all of them.” The difference between imports and exports was in line with the ongoing…
NRCS Funding Opportunities Announced for Conservation Programs
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced funding opportunities for a variety of conservation programs available to agricultural producers and landowners. Some of the assistance available includes the Agricultural…