…for the approval processes are currently listed in disease-specific sections throughout the animal health regulations and vary by disease. The proposed change would establish a single, user-friendly process for laboratory…
Tips for Growing Cauliflower at Home
…a magnificent sight in any garden. These vegetables are happiest in a cool climate, and have an unfair reputation for being difficult to grow. Be sure to select a…
Senate Committee Educated on Livestock Emissions
Livestock emissions have been blamed as a major contributor to climate change, prompting some to believe that forgoing the consumption of animal products will have a meaningful impact on reducing…
Pierce’s Disease and GWSS: A Deadly Combo for Grapes
…said the southern coastal area he used to oversee is perfect for grape production, but it isn’t feasible. “In Ventura County, for instance, they have great soil, great climate and they…
USDA Opens Signup for National Conservation Innovation Grants
…funding through CIG are identified in the funding announcement and may change annually to focus on new and emerging, high priority natural resource concerns. State Competition – The CIG state…
USDA Releases Baseline Data on Antimicrobial Use by Beef and Swine Operations
…a baseline for how livestock producers used antimicrobials prior to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) rule change in January 2017, which makes two important changes to how antimicrobial…
“Beef Cattle Industry Has Great Story to Tell” On Climate
…(NCBA), Kansas cattle producer Debbie Lyons-Blythe delivered a clear message at a U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee hearing on climate change. “The U.S. cattle industry is proud of its history as…
Western View: Another Water Rights Grab
…The more things change, the more they stay the same. I’m Len Wilcox Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry Magazine. Visit us on the…
CARB and CDFA Develop New Climate-Smart Agriculture Initiative
…to participate in the state’s battle against climate change,” said CARB Chair Mary Nichols. “Restore California gives every Californian who cares about climate the opportunity to put their hard-earned money…
Time Running Out to Submit CSP Applications
…Bill changed some aspects of CSP, including the shift from being based on acreage to being based on a funding allotment. For the first year of the change, Congress can…
Growing Radicchio Adds Color to Your Garden
…this is a frost-tolerant vegetable because they associate it with a warm climate. You can grow it as you would cabbage, and cooler weather makes it a bit sweeter! Radicchio…
Exploring the Complexity of Seed Development
As the needs of farmers continue to change, the process of seed development also evolves to produce the type of seed that farmers require. President and CEO of the American…
Grape Prices Expected to Come Down After Strong 2018
…product.” As market conditions shift, contracts that expire and come due for renegotiation will reflect the changes the market has undergone since the original contract was agreed on. The balance…
USDA Update on Farm Bill Implementation Progress
…applicable payments following soon after enrollment. Emergency Conservation Program (ECP): On April 4, 2019, FSA announced several changes to ECP as provided by the 2018 Farm Bill, including increasing the payment…