…rule. As directed by the 2018 Farm Bill, the RCPP final rule includes updates to several programs. “The Regional Conservation Partnership Program is a powerful program that enables us to…
Innovation Accelerator for the Wine Industry Coming to Sonoma County
…be able to get some of the projects off the ground and really do that matching of local grape growers to those innovators to do some pilot programs.” Building connections…
USDA Announces Hemp Final Rule, Formalizing Regulatory Requirements
…in March 2019,” USDA Marketing and Regulatory Programs Under Secretary Greg Ibach said in a news release. “USDA staff have taken the information you have provided through three comment periods…
Dr. Jewel Bronaugh Nominated for Deputy Secretary of Agriculture
…as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture. We are especially encouraged by her strong background in farm programs, extension, education, and research.” In her various roles within agriculture, Bronaugh has led efforts…
MSOB: Entomopathogenic Fungi in a Rotational Program
…Multiple different programs were tested in the research. The rotation that included entomopathogenic fungi was found to be just as effective as the conventional methods and a little cheaper. Listen…
How to Treat Some Common Plant Pathogens Naturally
…and treat them with natural means. We will cover this in the next week of programs. Potato Blight was caused by one of the worst plant pathogens out there. Prevention…
Week in Review: Ag Support in Newsom Budget, Deadline Nearing for Ag Order 4.0
The latest budget proposal from Governor Gavin Newsom contains significant investment in valuable agricultural programs. The recent Ag Order 4.0 hearings have raised a level of concern as the timeline…
Almond Matters: Implementing Disease Management Programs
In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, developing a disease management program is essential for ensuring the health of trees. Making adequate preparations will help with the efficiency…
Budget Proposal Allows CDFA to Continue Important Programs
The latest budget proposal from Governor Gavin Newsom contains significant investment in valuable agricultural programs. A total of $227.2 billion is being proposed for the 2021-2022 budget. The California Department…
Natural Disaster Assistance Offered Through QLA Program
…and Conservation, Bill Northey said in a news release. “We have worked diligently over the past couple of years to roll out meaningful disaster assistance programs to help alleviate the…
California to Receive $17.1 Million to Support Pest Prevention Efforts
…funds to protect American crops and natural resources and ensure the marketability of our agricultural products across the globe,” Under Secretary for USDA’s Marketing and Regulatory Programs, Greg Ibach said…
APHIS Report Shows Agricultural Animals Do Not Pose Risk for Coronavirus
…agriculture. “We were able to establish that farmers’ cattle and some other animals were not affected by the disease,” said Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Greg Ibach. “We’re…
Latest Dietary Guidelines Receive Praise from Several Ag Groups
…a basis for public outreach and crafting of federal nutrition programs. Dairy industry members are pleased with the guidelines’ encouragement for most Americans to consume three servings of dairy per…
ARB Offering Virtual One-Stop Trucking Information Event
…programs, and the latest technology. The free virtual webinar from ARB will also feature a list of exhibitors who will be available after their presentations. Some of the topics that…