…back USDA Agricultural Research Service Entomologist Dr. David Shaprio-Ilan who led the cosmic project. He said the nematodes spent about a month in outer space and the results were very…
Budget Proposal Allows CDFA to Continue Important Programs
The latest budget proposal from Governor Gavin Newsom contains significant investment in valuable agricultural programs. A total of $227.2 billion is being proposed for the 2021-2022 budget. The California Department…
FCC Report Highlights Value of Broadband to Ag Productivity
A report from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) details the impact that broadband internet has on agricultural production. In a paper titled “Impact of Broadband Penetration on U.S. Farm Productivity”…
Industry Groups Urge New Administration to Address Water Infrastructure
A large group of agricultural organizations and water districts are calling for more federal support to address water infrastructure. More than 200 organizations sent letters to President-elect Joe Biden and…
Ag Order 4.0 Hearings Raise Concern Over Complexity of Compliance
…the agricultural industry that the revised order will make compliance exceptionally difficult. “I think the result is that they came up with much more of a complexity to the compliance…
NRCS Outlines Conservation Priorities for California
…every year. Many of the listed practices can be optimized by assistance from supplementary tools like fencing and crop nutrients. Agricultural and conservation potential can be maximized by implementing more…
Natural Disaster Assistance Offered Through QLA Program
…substantial financial loss experienced by so many agricultural producers and are pleased to offer quality loss assistance as added relief. Many of the eligible producers have already received compensation for…
California to Receive $17.1 Million to Support Pest Prevention Efforts
…funds to protect American crops and natural resources and ensure the marketability of our agricultural products across the globe,” Under Secretary for USDA’s Marketing and Regulatory Programs, Greg Ibach said…
CRP General Signup Will Be Open Through February 12
The Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) administered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA), is now accepting applications. Agricultural producers and private landowners will have until February…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 01-08-21
…a APHIS report that shows agricultural animals do not pose risk for coronavirus and key findings from an AFBF mental health in rural communities survey. Tune in to the show…
APHIS Report Shows Agricultural Animals Do Not Pose Risk for Coronavirus
A study from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has shown that animals involved in agricultural production do not pose a COVID risk to…
Latest Dietary Guidelines Receive Praise from Several Ag Groups
…Committee. Other public comments and input from federal agencies are also considered in the crafting of the report. Several agricultural groups have issued messages of support for the most recent…
H-2A Wage Freeze Blocked by Federal Judge Ruling
…likely unlawful rule is implemented.” Agricultural groups had been supportive of the H-2A wage freeze, noting it would help bring stability to the labor market. With the uncertainty created by…
Ag Biotech and Traditional Controls Combine to Eradicate Harmful Pest
Ag biotech used in combination of traditional control methods have helped to eradicate a harmful pest. According to a new study by the Agricultural Research Service and the University of…