Those in the almond industry will learn about the evolution of the Almond Board’s marketing programs during a session at the upcoming Almond Conference. We talked with long time strategic…
U.S. Food Loss and Waste 2030 Champions
…down by an anaerobic digester that produces a biogas that fuels a generator that, in turn, generates electricity. Coupled with donations of fresh food, composting programs, bag use reduction efforts,…
National Organic Standards Board Appointments
…further information about the NOSB, visitwww.ams.usda.gov/nosb. USDA is committed to helping organic agriculture grow and thrive through a variety of programs including conservation grants, organic crop insurance, certification cost-share, organic…
Ag Committee Concludes Two-Year Review of SNAP
…heard from organizations that are working creatively to provide nutritious food to low-income individuals in low-access areas through online platforms and incentive programs. “Communities across the country have different needs…
Safer, More Effective Pest Management
…early and protect crops. Washington State University will develop integrated pest management strategies for the rapidly expanding U.S. hops industry. NIFA’s CPPM and IPM investments are made through several programs….
USDA Awards Funding for Market Development Programs
…about the program is available at: www.fas.usda.gov/programs/market-access-program-map. A list of fiscal year 2017 FMD funding recipients is available at: http://go.usa.gov/x8qRs and more information about the program is available at: www.fas.usda.gov/programs/foreign-market-development-program-fmd….
NFU Backs American Food for American Schools Legislation
…his concern that the Buy American provisions were not being enforced in California schools. “Providing USDA with greater authority to enforce farm-to-school lunch programs will help connect more students with…
Grains Council Encourages Focus On Expanding Ag Exports
…policies and the farm policy programs that help us develop the markets they offer,” he said. “Doing so will not just help ensure farmer profitability but also help to restore…
Schools partner to Share Love of Ag Education
…fractions to decimals. (Image courtesy of CDFA) One of the great challenges of farm-to-school programs is taking the message from rural communities, “preaching to the choir,” if you will, to…
NIFA Focus on Two New Projects
…we are providing assistance and educational resources to help people with disabilities manage their ranches and farms. Our Youth Safety program ensures that the farming and ranching families have the…
Regional Psyllid Quarantines Still a Possibility
California citrus programs are still looking to split the state into regions when it comes to Asian citrus psyllid quarantines. The Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Program (CPDPP), operated by…
EPA Will Not Change Biofuels Program
Oil industry groups recently filed several petitions with the Environmental Protection Agency requesting changes to American biofuels programs. The EPA announced this week it will deny all of the petitions….
Preparing Veterans for Ag Careers
…to Farm is a collaboration with National Center for Appropriate Technology which is a USDA organization. The end goal for many participants of both programs is to own and operate…
‘One Health’ Antibiotic Awareness
…Working Group is co-chaired by Steven Kappes, ARS Associate Administrator for National Programs. Through public-private and interagency partnerships, ARS develops innovative alternatives to antibiotics, such as animal vaccines, enhancement of…