…with available funds of $700 million, and combination loan/grant awards using $300 million under the ReConnect Program. The application deadline is November 2. For more information, visit https://www.rd.usda.gov/. Listen to Sabrina…
Dairy Checkoff Competition Focusing on ‘Calming Benefits’
…place. The application deadline is January 16, 2023. For more information, go to usdairy.com. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land of Ours program here. Dairy Checkoff Competition Focusing on “Calming Benefits”…
USDA Extends WIC-Related Formula Flexibilities
…in the WIC program that’s allowed state agencies and their infant formula manufacturers to work together to provide more options for needy families. Under this flexibility that’s now extended to…
Almond Update: Grant Supports Growers in Improving Pollinator Health
…for their operation and help sign them up.” To learn more about cover crops and adding forage to your operation, visit Almonds.com/CoverCrops. Listen to Lewis’ interview below. About the Author…
USDA Invests $15 Million in Conservation Innovation Grants
…farmers and ranchers address these challenges and opportunities, and science and innovation will help get us there.” Applications for the program are currently being accepted, with a submission deadline of…
U.S. Interior Secretary Sees California Drought Impacts Firsthand
…the group at the Madera County ranch. Herman explained that they have pulled out 200 acres of almonds due to the lack of available water. “That really made an impact…
Peterson, Outlaw on Next Farm Bill
…2023. They believe the current bill will be extended for at least a year while congress debates the next bill. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here. Peterson, Outlaw on Next…
Almond Update: Soil Health Case Study Details Value of Cover Cropping
…actually put in economic benefits to get the return on investment,” said Roots. “It’s really nice to have a two-page summarized document, especially to hand out to growers that might…
CFTC Seeks Ag Advisory Committee Nominations
…a deadline of September 7, 2022. Through public meetings, the committee advises the Commission on agricultural derivatives market regulatory issues and priorities important to producers, processors, consumers, and other stakeholders….
Almond Update: Registration Open for the 2022 Almond Conference
…Wednesday be the new gala night. So hopefully we’ll get some new folks and some returning folks to attend that annual celebration.” Registration is available at Almonds.com/conference. Listen to Bailey’s…
Almond Update: ABC Board of Directors Begins Its New Term
…and five handler members representing both independent and cooperative operations. Grower members include Paul Ewing with RPAC, LLC, Joe Gardiner with Treehouse California Almonds, and Christine Gemperle from Gemperle Orchards….
Keeping A Close Eye on Crops After Unseasonal Rainfall
…have begun shaking. And there are people who have plenty of almonds still on the tree,” Hubbell explained. “That being said, we hope that those almonds will dry readily and…
Comment Period Extended for Poultry Contracting Proposal
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Almond Update: Less Than a Month Left to Apply for Seeds for Bees
…for this year is to enroll 15,000 acres in the program. Thus far, 14,500 acres have been applied for, with 8,000 acres being awarded. The August 31 deadline to apply…