…by thanking attendees and recognizing CDFA for its ongoing partnership with the tree nut industry. Angela Terrazzas, a Senior Environmental Scientist with CDFA, and Briana Russell, a specialist with the…
NASS to Host Bi-Annual Data Users Meeting
…to the public, requiring advance registration. The meeting aims to share updates on USDA data and statistical products and to gather input on agency programs important to agriculture. Organized by…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-11-25
…to support farmers and criticized other countries’ tariffs. They also discussed the Food Security and Farm Protection Act, which aims to combat California’s Proposition 12, a law setting minimum space…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-10-25
…from $60,000 to $44,000 per acre due to water shortages. High costs of inputs like fuel and labor, coupled with poor commodity prices and environmental regulations, are straining farmers. The…
APHIS-DHS Expanding Risk-Based Sampling Program at Ports of Entry
…Security’s (DHS) US Customs and Border Protection, is expanding its risk-based sampling program at ports of entry to include more lettuce varieties, such as iceberg, romaine, and red and green…
China Announces 34% Retaliatory Tariff on U.S. Goods
…according to CNBC. China’s state-run news agency said the government is urging the U.S. to cancel its unilateral tariff actions and work toward a resolution that benefits both countries. The…
California Prune Board Promoting Sustainable Farming Practices
…prunes. CPB represents 99% of the U.S. supply and nearly 40% of the global supply. The campaign, running throughout April, emphasizes the environmental benefits, nutritional value, and economic importance of…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-04-25
…of tariffs on markets. The segment concluded with a mention of Josh F.W. Cook’s appointment as EPA Regional Administrator for the Pacific Southwest. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-03-25
…Outreach and Education at the Almond Board of California, explained that CSP offers per-acre payments for soil health practices like cover crops and dust protection. The new CASP report simplifies…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 04-02-25
…fluctuating commodity prices on farmers. Doug Yoder, a crop insurance agency manager, highlighted the increased interest in eco-enhanced coverage options and the American Relief Act’s economic assistance program, which offers…
Producers Have Until April 15 to Enroll in USDA’s Commodity Safety Net Programs
…crop year. These USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) programs provide crucial income support to eligible farmers facing significant drops in crop prices or revenue. “ARC and PLC offer excellent risk…
Study Aimed at Streamlining Food Safety and Water Quality
The California Department of Food and Agriculture, the California Environmental Protection Agency, and the State Water Resources Control Board, in collaboration have released an update on a regulatory alignment study…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-01-25
…political and environmental challenges in California’s water management, emphasizing the need for increased water supply and reduced red tape. The hosts stressed the importance of supporting farmers and the potential…
NACD Welcomes New NRCS Chief Aubrey Bettencourt
…this role.” A third-generation farmer, Bettencourt most recently worked in irrigation technology, bringing a strong agricultural and environmental perspective to the position. Her previous roles include serving as President and…
