The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee will be holding a virtual meeting on November 3-4. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service is…
Citrus Cost Study Outlines Production in the San Joaquin Valley
A new citrus cost study has been released by UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, UC Cooperative Extension and the UC Davis Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics. The document outlines…
New Tool Helps Ranchers Estimate Assistance Covered Under ELAP
…we are thinking outside the box to help producers mitigate the effects of drought, which is a necessary first step to realizing the Secretary’s vision of ensuring agricultural producers get…
EPA, Army Announce Regional Roundtables on WOTUS
…public health, protects the environment, agricultural activity, and economic growth. The EPA says in a news release, “Crafting a lasting definition of WOTUS means that we must bolster our understanding…
White House Takes Steps to Address Supply Chain Issues
…and if federal support is necessary, he’ll direct them to take all appropriate actions. In addition to the expanded hours, the International Longshore and Warehouse Union workers are willing to…
Week in Review: Better Insurance Options for Farms, Ag Falling Behind in Political Spending
…of grains and feeds, oilseeds, livestock, poultry, and dairy products, are primarily driving the increase. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines directly in your inbox….
USTR Tai Meets with Chinese Counterpart
…workers, farmers and businesses. Left off the table was discussion around a Phase Two agreement with China. Meanwhile, Tai participated in the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial in Italy Tuesday…
Coverage Limits Increased Under California FAIR Plan
…helping the agricultural community as it continues to struggle with issues of wildfire. “With a tighter insurance market due to wildfire risks, many farmers and vintners need more coverage than…
Comment Sought on Draft of California’s Climate Smart Strategy
…of California landscapes in working towards environmental goals. “Our state is unmatched in natural beauty and has a dynamic agricultural economy that helps feed the world,” California Department of Food…
Nearly $2 Million Invested To Help Support Organic Industry
…expand the oversight capacity within the sector. The funding for the effort is being made possible through the Human Capital Capacity Building Initiative. Managed by the Agricultural Marketing Service’s (AMS)…
Responding to Black Fig Fly in California
…should reach out to your local farm advisor. You can reach out to the county agricultural commissioner’s office to report a suspected infestation as well. Then you can also contact…
Specialty Crops Program Deploys New Network for Inspection and Audit Services
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) will begin issuing inspection certificates and audit reports in multiple different formats. Over the next year, AMS will be developing…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 10-12-21
…outlook on blueberries, and information on various upcoming agricultural events. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features and more. Listen to previous Farm City Newsday…
House Ag Committee Dems Want Ag Spending Preserved
…the Build Back Better Act. They point out that the provisions included in the agriculture portion of the Build Back Better Act will make transformative investments that will benefit agricultural…