…management programs opened back in December. FSA expects to complete the necessary software updates to the DMC program sometime in February or March. Producers are encouraged to pay close attention…
Vilsack Focuses on Farming’s Future Despite Protester
…same time, we’ve lost 165 million acres of farmland. Land that was once farmed that is no longer being farmed.” The Secretary detailed USDA programs that he says aim to…
Last Chance to Sign Up for The Organic Transition Initiative From NRCS
…mentoring. Right now, it’s a great time to apply for conservation assistance as we have additional funding for our popular programs from the Inflation Reduction Act.” Brian German Ag News…
Pest Prevention Projects and PPA 7721
…Network Funding Program. And so, those two programs together we just call Plant Protection Act Section 7721 or PPA 7721 for short.” Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours…
‘Generational Opportunity for Conservation in Farming’
Farmers and ranchers have an opportunity to take advantage of historic funding support for conservation activities. Programs available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) have benefited from increased investments…
USDA Spotlight on Specialty Crops
…for marketing and regulatory programs, and fifth-generation California farmer, Jenny Lester Moffitt says one goal is to hear directly from producers about ways in which USDA could support the industry….
NOW IPM Economic Calculator for Almond Production
…“There will be increased costs associated with some of these new IPM programs. But then you’re also going to have increased revenues due to the lower damage rates, which increases…
AgNet Weekly: USDA Specialty Crop Initiatives
…producers. In this episode of the AgNet Weekly, Sabrina Halvorson talks with USDA undersecretary for marketing and regulatory programs, and fifth-generation California farmer, Jenny Lester Moffitt about these new initiatives….
Questions and Concerns with California Budget Proposal
…initiatives focused on sustainability which strive to build up financial safety, infrastructure, and weather recovery relief funds for small-scale producers. These programs are developed and supported by the California Department…
USDA Provides Awards for Organic Market Development and Promotion
…part of the USDA Organic Transition Initiative, complements various programs supporting existing and transitioning organic farmers, such as conservation assistance, mentorship programs, and crop insurance support. The grants prioritize projects…
Ag Industry Watching D.C. Budget Battle
…Resolution spending authority that the government is operating under right now expires on January 19th,” he explained. “That first tranche includes critical programs for cattle producers and farmers and ranchers…
California Budget Proposal Includes Funding Reductions and Delays
…a position to overcome funding shortfalls. The proposal includes more than $8 billion in cuts to existing programs and delays more than $5 billion in spending. The budget proposal involves…
Almond Matters: Orchard Preparations for Almond Bloom
…strong with pest management programs. Burkdoll advises growers to seize the opportunity of the dormant trees to perform essential sanitation tasks efficiently. “Anytime you can conserve cost, it’s a good…
2024 Farm Bill Expectations
…Representatives bring an ag bill, a USDA bill, to the floor that had such dramatic cuts to USDA and the farm programs that it failed. They couldn’t get the votes…