…Taylor said in a press release. The mission aims to strengthen these trade ties and open up new opportunities for U.S. farmers and agribusinesses. Participants will meet with key importers,…
Opposing Views of USDA September Net Farm Income Report
…and so is the debt-to-asset ratio that’s falling.” He said prices that farmers are getting for many of their crops continued to fall. USDA protecting a 12% drop in crop…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 09-06-24
…farmers. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an…
Preliminary Injunction Against DOL Rule Allowing H-2A Workers to Unionize
…is a victory for farmers who are already struggling to compete in a challenging market. The court’s decision applies only to the 17 states involved in the lawsuit. NCAE said…
Almond Update: Tight Margins Call for Effective Technology in Agriculture
…I’ve talked to, they are looking for ways they want to improve, particularly in the current market,” Jackson explained. With younger orchards and tight budgets, farmers are increasingly looking for…
HPAI Spreads to Three California Dairy Herds
…symptoms on August 25. “It’s a tough time for those dairy farmers given the economic challenges they face,” says Karen Ross, California’s Secretary of Agriculture. “We’re approaching this with the…
California Wine Industry Facing Several Challenges
…Bitter said. There are incentive programs to help farmers dispose of vineyards, as it requires a lot of hand labor and additional costs for growers to chip vines, collect trellises,…
Application Window Closing Soon for Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
…boost the competitiveness of California’s specialty crops, like fruits, nuts, and nursery plants. Non-profits, governments, and colleges can apply electronically by September 9, 2024, using the Financial Assistance Application Submittal…
More Than 2.2 Million Acres Accepted Through Continuous Conservation Reserve
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making significant strides through the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), with more than 2.2 million acres being accepted from farmers and landowners this year….
California Officials Enforcing EPA Order Banning Dacthal
…citing serious health risks associated with the material. The ban, effective immediately, is being enforced by the California Agricultural Commissioners and Sealers Association (CACASA), who have quickly informed local farmers…
Input Sought on How NRCS Will Administer SUSTAINS Act
…to implement this legislation to maximize its benefits, promote equity and assist all producers,” NRCS Chief Terry Cosby said in a news release. NRCS is looking for input on how…
New Technology Helping to Detect Plant Stress
…through a lot of unneeded information to get the data they need. “We’ve designed this system to be very straightforward. It’s contained in the seed and farmers know how to…
New Report Released on Delta Drought Response Pilot Program
…projects across 18,450 acres, where Delta farmers tried various water conservation methods, like crop changes, reduced irrigation, and creating bird habitats by flooding fields. Key findings include that water savings…
Nearly $4.1 Million Invested in Risk Management Education for Farmers
…to help farmers manage risks. Projects range from educating small immigrant farmers, organic producers, and Native American communities, to helping farmers navigate federal crop insurance and adapt to climate challenges….