…Center in downtown Sacramento. The agenda is still being finalized, but attendees can expect more educational opportunities this year, including breakout sessions on Tuesday morning, followed by the State of…
USDA Providing $400 Million to Support Water Management in the West
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an investment of $400 million to help support at least 18 irrigation districts in the West. Districts across various states, including Idaho,…
Labeling Lab-Grown Meat
…executive director of the Center for the Environment and Welfare, Jack Hubbard, pointed out the bipartisanship of the issue. “Different states have taken different approaches, so Florida and Alabama have…
Reclamation Seeks Comments on Proposed Changes to CVP Operation
…verbal comments. The first meeting is scheduled for August 7 at the Los Banos Community Center. A Zoom webinar is scheduled for August 8. Another in-person meeting is scheduled for…
Almond Update: Registration Opens Soon for The Almond Conference 2024
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is set to host The Almond Conference 2024 from December 10-12 in downtown Sacramento at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. Rebecca Bailey, ABC…
Almond Matters: Ant Management Approaches with Harvest Around the Corner
…baits when used correctly. Coordinating bait applications with irrigation will help to ensure efficacy. Burkdoll recommends allowing two to three days between irrigation cycles to make an application when the…
Funding Opportunities Expanded for Specialty Crop Growers
…For more details and to apply, visit farmers.gov/food-safety or contact a local USDA Service Center. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn…
NCBA Calls USDA Proposed Rule “Direct Attack”
…create the opportunity for more new and better markets,” Vilsack said while announcing the rule Tuesday at the Center for American Progress. NCBA Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane…
Deadline Approaching for Grassland Conservation Reserve Program
…Landowners interested in the program should contact their local USDA Service Center before the June 28 deadline. Continuous CRP enrollment is also available, with automatic acceptance for eligible participants. Listen…
Court Dismisses Environmental Challenge to Sites Reservoir
…agencies. Environmental groups, including Friends of the River and the Center for Biological Diversity, had argued that the project would harm endangered fish by diverting too much water from the…
Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act Introduced
…California Certified Organic Farmers, and the National Center for Appropriate Technology. The bill is expected to alleviate certain financial barriers by providing the necessary capital and support to ensure long-term…
Tribal Ag Trade Mission a First
It’s the first USDA trade mission of its kind. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA conducts its inaugural agricultural trade mission centered on expanding global market access…
Grant Project to Increase Organic Consumption Through Education and Promotion
The Organic Trade Association and The Organic Center have received a $2.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Organic Market Development Grant aims to expand organic…
New USDA Programs Ease Transition to Organic Production
…experts or mentors. In 2023, NRCS allocated $12 million in 22 states, signing 112 contracts with transitioning producers. To apply, producers should contact NRCS at their local USDA Service Center….