…Reduction Act of 2022 contains significant investments in energy and climate programs, and altogether includes approximately $40 billion that will support rural and agricultural communities. A petition has been submitted…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 08-05-22
…effective in pest management programs, and why innovation rather than policy will have a broader impact on labor availability. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
Sugar Growers Discuss Farm Bill Priorities
…suppliers for sugar.” With the Farm Bill expected to be reauthorized next year, sugar producers are advocating for sound farm safety net programs and U.S. sugar policy. “Our sugarcane and…
Almond Update: Less Than a Month Left to Apply for Seeds for Bees
…bees and other pollinators through the program. Director of Habitat Programs at Project Apis M. and manager of the program, Rory Crowley said there has been significant interest this year….
California is Experiencing a Shortage of Ag Mechanics Teachers
Agriculture education in California is continually going through struggles as it attempts to keep up with the growing population of students joining agriculture programs. While the expansion of agriculture education…
MSOB: Determining Where Biologicals Fit in IPM Program
…and fruits and vegetables to tree nuts, vines, and greenhouse production – operate more sustainably while increasing their return on investment. For educational webinars and biological IPM programs, visit MarroneBio.com….
New NPB VP Suggests Volunteering, Talks Priorities
…is responsible for disbursement to state organizations and the investments in industry promotion, research, and consumer information programs to enhance the marketing of U.S. pork and pork products. Listen to…
Ag Groups Support Conservation Investments in Inflation Reduction Act
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 contains significant investments in energy and climate programs. Expected to be voted on before the Congressional recess, the bill also includes provisions for health…
Emergency Relief Program Deadline Extended Indefinitely
…Administrator Zach Ducheneaux said in a press release. “I was in North Dakota a few weeks ago and received feedback on how well the streamlined livestock and crop disaster programs…
House Agriculture Subcommittee Hearing on Hemp
…fees. Colorado is facing similar challenges as the states that have turned their programs over to the USDA in terms of making our program financially sustainable. This has included the…
Syngenta Opens $15 Million Global Vegetable Seeds Quality Control Lab
…around the world for its phytosanitary standards and programs regarding seed production. Listen to the full interview with Celia Gould, Director of the Idaho Department of Agriculture. Sabrina Halvorson National…
MSOB: Development Approaches of Biological Products
…and fruits and vegetables to tree nuts, vines, and greenhouse production – operate more sustainably while increasing their return on investment. For educational webinars and biological IPM programs, visit MarroneBio.com….
USDA Helps Schools and Childcare Providers Deal with Rising Food Costs
…will provide an additional $2 billion for schools to purchase domestic food for their meal programs. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land of Ours program here. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…
Seasonal Workers Failing to Meet Labor Need in Meat and Dairy Sectors
…Council (AIC). “Meat and dairy employers rely on the H-2A and H-2B visa programs to fill jobs they are unable to fill with American workers. While these visa programs provide…