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…
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…
2025 Almond Leadership Program Applications Open
…180 hours of commitment. The application deadline is November 22, and interviews for selected candidates will take place in late November and early December. Individuals interested in leadership development in…
USDA Seeks U.S. Food Producers for Virtual Trade Event
…companies producing consumer-oriented foods, including organic and gluten-free products, are encouraged to apply by the October 7, 2024 deadline. For more information, interested producers can contact the USDA at virtualtradeevents@usda.gov….
California Table Grape Growers Offer Scholarships for 2025
…four-year degree in a relevant field. Three scholarships are available in each category, and all applicants must plan to attend a California college or university. The application deadline is February…
Applications Open for 2025 World Ag Expo® Seminars and Innovation Contest
…2025 are eligible. The application deadline is October 31, 2024 and winners will be announced in December 2024. Educational seminars are held in the Seminar Center on the southeast side…
California Wine Industry Facing Several Challenges
…signals due to consumers overstocking pantries. Bitter said this led producers “to believe wine shipments were a little stronger than they were over an extended period of time.” Thus, growers…
Grapevine Insurance Coverage for 2025 Expanded and Enhanced
…freeze, fire, hail, or floods. The grapevine insurance is available in several states, including California, Idaho, Michigan, New York, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Washington. The deadline to sign up…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 08-30-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, the restraining order against the state water board is extended. Tune in for these news stories, interviews,…
Restraining Order Against the State Water Resources Control Board Extended
Legal efforts to challenge probationary status under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act continue moving forward. Kings County Superior Court Judge Kathy Ciuffini extended a temporary restraining order (TRO) preventing the…
New Federal Milk Marketing Order Recommendations Released
…of a new base Class I skim milk price formula. These changes are designed to reflect current market conditions and improve price equity, especially for extended shelf-life milk products. American…
Almond Update: Application Deadline Approaching for ABC Committees and Workgroups
…roles is especially important for the industry as a whole. Taylor Hillman, ABC’s Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, said the deadline to submit an application is coming up soon. “July…
Producers Encouraged to Submit Crop Acreage Reports Before Deadline
Farmers are being reminded to report their crop acreage to their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office after planting is complete, with most reports due by July 15. Deadlines can…