…opportunities for the organic sector and help farmers with moving into organic production. The new initiative is being supported by USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service, Risk Management Agency, and Natural Resources…
One Month Until California Agriculture in the Classroom Conference
…their resources and ways they can help the classrooms. The next morning a farmer panel will be held, with farmers discussing some of the challenges they’ve faced with their operations….
Fall Propane Supply Outlook
… Image by Jonas from Pixabay A big topic for nearly everyone is the price of fuel, especially as diesel hits a record high. Naturally, that has many farmers wondering…
Ag Groups Now Eagerly Await Implementation of Inflation Reduction Act
…National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said in a press release. “The inclusion of financial support for economically distressed farmers and ranchers is also a welcome addition that will help…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 08-22-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers western farmers to be impacted by emergency water usage cuts, marketing for your…
Inflation Hitting Farm Families
…their families,” she said. And not just away from home. “The added cost of diesel fuel has hit our farmers really hard. A 300 percent cost increase in fertilizer. Many…
Zero-Emission Agricultural UTV Program Immensely Popular and Successful
…replace diesel or gasoline-powered equipment. The technology has also grown significantly in scope and ability, to provide farmers with viable replacement alternatives. “We did a demonstration project with the Air…
Newsom’s New Water Strategy: ‘Bold and Comprehensive’
…Governor’s plan recognizes the urgent need to build new and improve existing infrastructure and to streamline and improve the practicality of the regulatory processes that govern them,” Puglia noted. “Critically,…
New Push for Rural Broadband
…from costly SEC reporting requirements that were never intended for them. Senator Baldwin says reliable high-speed broadband is essential to rural families, students, and farmers. She says, unfortunately, rural telecom…
Fun Facts about Farmers Markets
…Farmers Market Week now. The number of farmers markets around the nation has grown steadily for nearly the last 30 years. According to the Farmers Market Coalition, the number of…
VofV: Grimmway Farms’ Jeff Morrison on Using Business Acumen to Direct Agtech Investments
…company’s investment is a universal concern, and he’s traveled extensively throughout Europe and Australia to learn how they have worked to solve the problems now faced by farmers in the…
Organic Livestock Standards Proposal Praised by Industry Groups
…organizations have praised the announcement to update the standards governing the living conditions, transport, and slaughter of organic livestock. “After 20 years stuck in limbo, organic animal welfare reforms are…
Farming Outreach and Education Efforts Supported with $14.5 Million Investment
…a total of $4.5 million in funding support. “Running a farm operation is tough, and we are working to help meet gaps where farmers need assistance,” Deputy Under Secretary for…
Advocate for Ag During August
…the ideal time for farmers and ranchers to engage with senators and representatives about U.S. agriculture. “We hope that farmers and ranchers will take advantage of this time to schedule…