…consider food waste, likely out of a desire to minimize spending. According to Deloitte, lower-income consumers and those using food assistance programs care the most about food waste as a…
CREAATE Act to Support Market Development for Ag Exports
…Chuck Conner, National Council of Farmer Cooperatives President. Funding support for trade market expansion programs has remained largely stagnated for 15 years, despite the value those programs provide. Over the…
Value of Insured Specialty Crops Nearly Doubles Over Last Decade
…Participation in Federal Risk Management Programs” report found that between 2015 and 2020, insurance coverage remained relatively popular. States that account for the most policies are top producers of fruits…
Biden Administration Invests in International Food for Progress Projects
…commodities on the local market and use the proceeds to support agricultural, economic, or infrastructure development programs. USDA will donate 240,000 metric tons of commodities this year, valued at $129.6…
Country Music Star Supporting Farmers
…said. Continuing the short video education vignette, Bryan will share how the pork producer continues to bring a safe, nutritious product to the consumer. “You know, all the industry programs…
Almond Update: Big Changes to Almond Conference Agenda for 2022
…just a bit. “We made sure to have plenty of content for growers which is an emphasis in our educational sessions this year, really focused on increasing return on investment,”…
Ensuring Future Success Through Supporting Ag Education
Ag education is an area that often relies on external support from educational organizations and agricultural entities. Farm Credit is one of these entities. Jeana Hultquist, the Vice President of…
Pollinator Habitat Program Now Accepting Grant Applications
…species besides pollinators. Co-benefits of supporting pollinator habitat through grant projects include improving soil health. Resource Conservation Districts, educational institutions, non-profits, and Native American Indian Tribes are all eligible for…
2022 Census of Agriculture Set to Open in the Coming Weeks
…“Census of Agriculture data are widely used by federal and local governments, agribusinesses, trade associations, extension educators, and many others to inform decisions about policy and farm programs and services…
Almond Update: New Grant Program to Promote Conservation Practices
…for applying for one of the CDFA programs or going to NRCS. Now you’d have a good idea, a starting point, for where to start your application with them.” CAPGP…
Specialty Crop Priorities for 2023 Farm Bill
…programs to allow for better access by specialty crop producers. Along with that, continued support of research and innovation will be essential in achieving long-term sustainability. Federal investment into scientific…
USDA Updates Crop Insurance Plans to Broaden Access
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving two of its most comprehensive risk management safety net programs. USDA announced the improvements for the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, and Micro Farm, making…
Major School Nutrition Program Spending Declined During Pandemic
…typically make up the largest share of child nutrition program expenditures. In fiscal year 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic, spending on the two programs amounted to about $18.7 billion, nearly…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-31-22
…programs and RFA saying California’s EV rule could strain the state’s electric grid. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet…