Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. California almonds had some market access issues in Italy this last crop year around mold inspections. The Almond Board of…
Deadline Approaching for California Farmers to Apply for Conservation Assistance
The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California has announced federal assistance opportunities for agricultural producers for Fiscal Year 2025. While applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP)…
Almond Update: California Almond Board Courts Mexican Bakers with Central Valley Tour
The Almond Board of California recently hosted a tour in the Central Valley, targeting the Mexican baking industry to showcase the potential of almonds in sweet baked goods. This event…
Sonoma County Votes Down Animal Containment Measure, Early Results Show
…the Sonoma County elections page. In a win for farmers, Sonoma County voters struck down Measure J, a proposal to prohibit Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations (CAFOs) outside the Coastal Zone….
Farmers’ Optimism Rose Ahead of U.S. Election, Purdue Ag Economy Barometer Shows
…a multi-year downturn in the U.S. farm economy. Producers this month expressed some optimism that economic conditions will improve and not precipitate an extended downturn in the farm economy. The…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
…critical topic, registration for the conference and additional information on the agenda are available at almonds.com/conference. By exploring innovative land-use strategies, the Almond Conference aims to support growers through complex regulatory…
New Biochar Facility to Repurpose Almond Shells for Sustainability
DepositPhotos image Treehouse California Almonds has announced a partnership with biochar producer Sitos Group to launch a $9 million biochar manufacturing facility in Delano, California. This 25,000-square-foot facility will be…
Global Demand for Tree Nuts Shifts as Top Markets Drive Trade
DepositPhotos image Tree nut shipments, including almonds, walnuts, and pistachios, have grown steadily over the last decade, with trade concentrated among a few key markets. In 2023/24, the European Union…
Farmers Face Jan. 1 Deadline to File Federal Ownership Reports
DepositPhotos image Thousands of farmers could face severe penalties, including fines and jail time, if they do not meet a new federal reporting deadline. The U.S. Department of Treasury’s Financial…
Students Encouraged to Apply for CME Group Beef Industry Scholarships
…or full-time college undergraduates. The application requires a one-page letter outlining their career goals, a 750-word essay about an issue in the beef industry and solutions to the problem, and…
New Ag Literacy Resource Highlights U.S. Food and Farm Facts
…and who buys it. Available as a 32-page book and a compact pocket guide, the resource aims to answer common questions about American agriculture. “Curiosity among consumers about food and…
New Fungicide, Axios 20SC, Offers Almond Growers Disease Control and Sustainability
…registered for use on almonds and pome fruit, offering about 26 days of coverage per application. It is systemic, preventative, and sustainable, which means it provides both immediate and long-term…
California Groundwater Levels Show Improvement, but Challenges Remain
…state’s groundwater has been stressed by extended droughts and heavy use. The report notes that while groundwater levels have rebounded slightly in recent years, full recovery will take more wet…
Video: Secretary Vilsack On USDA Efforts for Farmers and Communities Affected by Hurricanes
…Milton. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack spoke with Southeast AgNet about their efforts. “Our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are extended to all those who have been devastated by the destruction of…