Founder of Better Food Ventures, Rob Trice said that advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) have the potential to have a massive impact across the agricultural sector. However, there will be…
Week in Review: Grower Perspective on Pest Management & Navigating New Challenges with Neonics
…new series of regulations from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation will impact neonicotinoid use in certain agricultural commodities. The Fertilizer Research Act has been introduced to address the escalating…
Clean Truck Check Deadline Quickly Approaching
…through the program. However, Sousa noted that agriculture did receive a bit of an exception in the rulemaking process. Agricultural vehicles will only be required to be tested once a…
Coalition Calls on Governor Newsom to Address Supply Chain Challenges Threatening California Ag
…coalition, representing various sectors, expressed concerns about current supply chain issues exacerbated by pending and proposed state policies affecting freight, imports, and exports. The letter emphasizes that ill-supported regulations without…
Almond Update: Global Opportunities for the Almond Industry
…McKalip highlighted record-breaking national agricultural exports in the last three years and pointed out a significant focus on specialty crops. “We have placed a large priority and focus on specialty…
Sanitation of Agricultural Field Equipment Questionnaire
…broader concerns about transporting new pests, diseases, and pathogens on shared agricultural equipment. The researchers seek grower and industry input through a brief, voluntary survey lasting less than five minutes….
Fertilizer Research Act to Analyze Drivers of High Costs
…to farmers’ needs. The bill has gained support from several agricultural groups, recognizing its potential to benefit farmers and rural communities. With fertilizer accounting for over 30 percent of input…
Preparing for A New Year and What It Means for Neonics
A new series of regulations from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) will impact neonicotinoid use in certain agricultural commodities. The new rules take effect January 1, 2024. They…
December 31 Deadline for USDA Loan Assistance Applications
…billion for USDA to provide relief for distressed borrowers with certain Farm Service Agency (FSA) direct and guaranteed loans and to expedite assistance for those whose agricultural operations are at…
USDA Opens Enrollment for ARC and PLC Programs for 2024 Crop Year
In a recent announcement, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) revealed that agricultural producers can now sign up for the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA) Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price…
AgNet Weekly: USDA Assistance for Distressed Borrowers
…than $3 billion for USDA to provide relief for distressed borrowers with certain Farm Service Agency (FSA) direct and guaranteed loans and to expedite assistance for those whose agricultural operations…
Week in Review: Role of Organic Production in Regenerative Ag & Successes of Ag Incentive Programs
…San Joaquin Valley highlighted the successes of equipment replacement incentives in helping to lower agricultural-related air quality emissions. Stay informed about the latest agricultural issues by subscribing to the newsletter….
USDA Seeks Public Input on Foreign Investment in U.S. Agriculture
…being proposed to refine the process of reporting foreign ownership of agricultural land in the United States. The initiative, led by USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA), centers on enhancing the…
Participants Sought for Trade Mission to the Republic of Korea in March
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Alexis Taylor, will lead an agribusiness trade mission to South Korea March 25-28, 2024. USDA is…