…His commitment to the agricultural community extends beyond his professional roles, with notable contributions as Board President of the Fresno County Farm Bureau and recent graduation from the California Agricultural…
USDA Clarifies “Domestic Origin”
…the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) purchased $800 million worth of meat products for use in nutrition assistance programs such as free school meals. That meat must fall under the…
Substantial Funding Increase Helps Boost RCPP Improvements
…agricultural lands. This historic investment, a result of both the Inflation Reduction Act and the Farm Bill, signifies a crucial step towards supporting climate-smart agriculture and strengthening public-private partnerships. Recognizing…
Conservation Investments Highlighted at California Dairy
…environment,” Bonnie noted. “So doing this in a way that maintains agricultural productivity, that maintains economic viability, even as we promote sustainability, is critical.” Conservation investments like the one at…
Second Annual FFA Future Leaders Fundraising Drive Underway
…fundraising drive raised more than $1 million. The funds generated scholarships for 146 FFA students in 38 states, ranging from welding and electrical engineering to agricultural business, animal science, and…
Final Plans for Sites Reservoir Project Released
…stakeholders emphasize the project’s importance in addressing water scarcity. The reservoir’s construction is expected to stimulate the economy, create jobs, and support the agricultural sector. The completion of Sites Reservoir…
Agriculture Secretary Speaks at FFA National Convention
…for careers in food, agricultural science, natural resources, and related fields. He shared USDA’s vision to secure the future of American agriculture and opportunities for the next generation of agricultural…
Week in Review: New Sick Leave Rules & Turkey to Increase Almond Tariffs
…turn for California’s citrus industry, the initial forecast for the 2023–24 navel orange season is 74 million cartons. Stay informed about the latest agricultural issues by subscribing to the newsletter….
Federal Urban Agriculture Committee to Meet this Month
…Agriculture Secretary on developing policies and outreach relating to urban, indoor, and other emerging agricultural production practices, as well as identify any barriers to urban agriculture. The committee is one…
El Niño, Winter Weather, and Impacts on Agriculture
…Cooperative Extension Images provided by: UGA Cooperative Extension What might the El Niño climate pattern expected to dominate this winter’s weather in our country mean from an agricultural standpoint? USDA…
Lawmakers Seek Engagement on Almond Tariff Increases in Turkey
…group of lawmakers from California noted that the value of U.S. almond exports was more than $4.6 billion last year. “This tariff hike is not just a number; it’s a…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 10-31-23
…from the new beetle pest in orchards, trends in agricultural land ownership, and delays in energy rate increases. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and…
Trends in Agricultural Land Ownership
…year, which will only add to the limited supply available and more change in the marketplace. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Trends in Agricultural Land…
New Paid Sick Leave Requirements to Become Effective January 1, 2024
…of the legislation is to provide support to workers, certain employers have voiced apprehensions about the amplified financial strain. Numerous agricultural associations, including the California Farm Bureau Federation and Western…