…announcement. In response, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) urged the agency to reconsider. NCBA Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane says, “It is disingenuous for the same agency…
Almond Matters: Rotating Fungicides in Disease Management Programs
…time to put on a fungicide.” In managing diseases, Burkdoll explains the significance of understanding fungicide properties and their modes of action. Some fungicides offer systemic protection, while others act…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 04-10-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes details on the EPA’s new rules for a legally enforceable PFAS drinking water…
Legislative Efforts to Provide Legal Immunity for Pesticide Manufacturers
…regulatory process and ensuring compliance with existing labeling requirements established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter…
California Ag Leaders Back from South Korea Trade Mission
…“U.S. food and agricultural products are really recognized by South Korean consumers and importers for their reliability, their quality, and their sustainability as well. South Korean consumers really value food…
AgNet Weekly: Prescribed Fire Expert Lenya N. Quinn-Davidson
This week we’re talking about prescribed fires, the protection they can bring, and the policies needed to improve implementation. Joining us on the phone is Fire Advisor and the Director…
‘Product of USA’ Rules Draws Ire from Other Countries
…in the United States to bear the label. The ministry contends that this measure may lead to food chain disruptions and increased costs for both Mexican producers and U.S. consumers….
NCBA Calls for House Resolution Banning Beef from Paraguay
…around the country, is unacceptable.” Lane makes the point clear that while it’s a regulatory issue for the beef industry, consumers do not need to worry about the safety of…
Deadline Extended to April 26 for Conservation Stewardship Program
…protection. Some of the benefits that CSP participants have seen include enhanced resiliency to weather and market volatility and a decreased need for agricultural inputs. Listen to the report below….
Major Questions Loom for New Indoor Heat Illness Standard
…what’s going to happen now and which direction the agency is going to go, how long it might take, and exactly what it is they’re going to wind up doing,”…
Bird Flu Found in Texas Dairy Cows, NCBA Issues Statement
…industry. Commissioner Miller wants to assure consumers that rigorous safety measures and pasteurization protocols ensure that dairy products remain unaffected by HPAI. The Texas dairy industry maintains strict standards to…
Consumers Think Food Prices Still Too High
…these groups are overcharging them.” Two-thirds of consumers consider food manufacturers too big, and over half believe grocery stores have too much control or market share. The survey showed consumers…
USDA Grants to Improve Organic Market
…investments,” Moffitt said. She pointed out that more than 30 million consumers will also benefit, as more options become available at the grocery store. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here….
Voices of the Valley: Katie Chiapuzio from Braga Fresh on How Bees Benefit Produce
In this episode of Voices of the Valley, Katie Chiapuzio, Director of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, joins Western Growers Jeana Cadby, Environment and Climate Director, and Kara…
