…for USDA conservation programs, including $4.95 billion for RCPP, the initiative encourages voluntary, locally led conservation strategies to benefit farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack praised RCPP…
USDA Awards $33.5 Million to Boost Local Food Systems Across 43 States
…This funding, provided through the Local Agriculture Market Program (LAMP), supports 113 projects in 43 states and territories through three grant programs: the Farmers Market Promotion Program (FMPP), the Local…
Wine Industry Faces Challenges Over Tariffs and Distribution Rules
…for businesses like restaurants and wine shops to afford European wines, which are essential to their beverage programs and profit margins. Moreover, because domestic wineries depend on the same distribution…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
…the purpose of the event: “This session is going to walk through options that growers have as SGMA is being implemented. We have several speakers discussing funded programs like Landflex…
Farmers Supporting Monarch Butterflies
…conservation practices and provide resources such as federal cost-sharing programs. Programs like the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) offer financial support to farmers who integrate pollinator-friendly habitats into their land management…
CDFA Seeks Applicants for Citrus Pest and Disease Prevention Committee
…efforts related to the statewide citrus pest and disease work plan, which includes outreach, education, and programs for pest detection, analysis, and treatment. The current vacancies are: Two grower representatives…
USDA to Purchase $25 Million in Citrus for Food Banks
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced plans to buy up to $25 million in fresh citrus from domestic producers to support food banks and nutrition assistance programs…
New Oat Germplasm Lines Developed to Combat Crown Rust
…These germplasm lines are now available for use in breeding programs through ARS agreements, providing breeders with a powerful combination of seedling and adult plant resistance to protect oat crops….
Vineyard Team Announces 2024 Sustainable Ag Expo Program Lineup
The Vineyard Team has unveiled the program lineup for the 2024 Sustainable Ag Expo, scheduled for November 11-13 in Atascadero, California. The event promises a comprehensive educational experience, offering attendees…
New Ag Literacy Resource Highlights U.S. Food and Farm Facts
DepositPhotos image The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture has released a new educational resource called Food and Farm Facts, offering insights into where food in the U.S. is grown…
CAAA: Advocating for Agricultural Pilots Amid Increasing Challenges
…and associate members from across California. These members meet annually for a convention that provides educational opportunities and fosters a sense of community. “Our members come together once a year…
New Insecticide and Biofungicide Solutions Highlighted at CAPCA Conference
…a good fit for Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs. Both formulations are registered and available for use in California. The second product, Basix, is a Bacillus subtilis-based biofungicide. This product…
NRCS Announces $100 Million in Federal Assistance for California Farmers and Ranchers
…California State Conservationist, highlighted the program’s significance, noting, “With the addition of the Inflation Reduction Act, we will be investing approximately 50 percent more federal funding to help producers address…
Video: Secretary Vilsack On USDA Efforts for Farmers and Communities Affected by Hurricanes
…remain closed. For farmers, ranchers, and producers, the focus is on getting disaster assistance processed as quickly as possible. “We have literally eight or nine different programs designed to provide…