…in the agricultural community to check in on one another. “Check on your neighbor no matter what they do. This is a very stressful time here,” he said. “Some of…
Video: Secretary Vilsack On USDA Efforts for Farmers and Communities Affected by Hurricanes
…address immediate needs, such as providing food and shelter, while preparing to help farmers recover from agricultural losses. A critical part of the USDA’s response involves creating flexibility within the…
State Water Board Approves Rate Hikes for 2024-25, Impacting Farmers and Groundwater Recharge Projects
…According to the California Farm Bureau, the new rates, adopted on September 18, will see increased fees for temporary 180-day and five-year high-flow diversion permits, which some agricultural advocates argue…
USDA Invests $46 Million to Support Veteran and Underserved Farmers
…and the 2501 Program, are providing education, technical assistance, and mentoring. These initiatives help new farmers develop the skills needed to sustain their operations and participate in USDA agricultural programs….
USDA Awards $25 Million to Support Specialty Crop Exports
…projects under its new Assisting Specialty Crop Exports (ASCE) initiative. The program, launched in January 2024, aims to reduce non-tariff trade barriers for U.S. specialty crops like fruits, vegetables, tree…
Voices of the Valley: The Next Generation of Ag Leaders
The next generation of ag leaders are playing an important role in shaping the future of farming. California is one of the most vital agricultural regions in the world, and…
USDA Unveils New Actions to Boost Fair Markets and Lower Food Prices
…organizations. It identifies hidden fees and unjust or anticompetitive pricing strategies present in the beef market as a case study. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) conducted an investigative study, took…
International Development Through USDA Programs
Strawberries farm in Chiangmai, Thailand. DepositPhotos image Two programs offered by USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service provide resources for global development focus areas such as nutrition, education, and self-sufficiency. Rod Bain…
NACD Launches 2025 Friends of NACD District Grants Program
…campaigns to agricultural recycling initiatives. Applications are open from October 9 to November 30, 2024. Interested parties can learn more and apply on NACD’s website or contact Caleb Griffin at…
Federal Funding Boosts Dairy Innovation at Fresno State
…will strengthen the California dairy market and enhance research opportunities for students in the agricultural field. “Fresno State continues to grow the next generation of innovative dairymen and women,” he…
California Taskforce Seizes More Than $2.3 Million in Illegal Cannabis
…California Department of Fish and Wildlife, Alameda County Agricultural Commissioner, and other local partners. Since its creation in 2022, UCETF has seized over $465 million in unlicensed cannabis, targeting illegal…
Integrating AI in Pest Management
…for enhanced efficiency and sustainability in strawberry production positions this technology as a game changer for the industry. As the agricultural sector continues to evolve, the adoption of advanced technologies…
New California Law Limits Non-Agricultural Use of Neonicotinoid Pesticides
…homes, businesses, and other non-agricultural areas, allowing only licensed professionals to apply them. The law does not apply to agricultural use of neonicotinoids, which is already regulated, nor to indoor…
USDA Seeks U.S. Food Producers for Virtual Trade Event
DepositPhotos image The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is inviting qualified U.S. food producers to participate in the North American Neighbors 2024 Virtual Trade Event (VTE) on December 3-4, 2024….