…of labor plaguing farmers worldwide. He also speaks about food security spurring alternative methods of food production, such as vertical farming, aquaculture, and cellular meats. Voices of the Valley ·…
Senate Passes Growing Climate Solutions Act with Encouragement from Ag
…American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “The Growing Climate Solutions Act acknowledges the potential of climate-smart farming while ensuring farmers would be respected as…
Another Salmonella Outbreak Report Leads Back to Adjacent Land Use
…encouraging more collaboration between neighboring farming operations to identify and address areas of risk. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
‘Large Step Forward’ Taken with Farm Labor Reform Roundtable
…Farm Workforce Modernization Act (FWMA). Recently passed on a bipartisan basis in the U.S. House, the bill contains several features supported by the farming community. In attendance was President and…
CDFA Set to Update SWEEP, Public Comment Being Accepted on Draft Report
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is taking public comment on proposed updates to the State Water Efficiency and Enhancement Program (SWEEP). Last October, CDFA’s Environmental Farming Act…
Water Concerns Conveyed to Lieutenant Governor
…stability in water supplies makes potential investment in new trees and vines difficult for farming operations. LeMay said SGMA “is going to have some severe ramifications and force growers to…
MSOB: Improving Soil Health Supports Beneficial Nematodes
…types of lesser-known nematodes can be helpful for farming operations. “These beneficial ones, or what we’re calling beneficial, are usually in these other feeding groups,” Shaw noted. “They’re usually the…
Agricultural Groups Concerned by Proposed Tax Policy
…income deduction is a crucial component for maintaining a reasonable tax level for farming businesses. More than 370 million acres of agricultural land are projected to change hand over the…
USDA Grants for Urban Ag and Innovative Production
…of agricultural practices to serve multiple farmers. Projects are meant to improve local food access through support of emerging technologies, implementation of urban farming policies, and supporting infrastructure needs. “With…
Pesticide Events to Keep an Eye Out For
…the Office of Pesticide Consultation and Analysis. OPCA is a program under CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation. In a news release, CDFA Secretary Karen Ross stated, “We’re offering this…
Water Funding in Latest Budget Proposal: ‘Band-Aids at Best’
…opposition to new water storage projects. “The fact is they don’t want farming in California. I’ve been resistant to say that over the years, but it’s very clear what their…
Small Farms Still Eligible for On-Farm Readiness Reviews
Small and very small farming operations are still eligible for On Farm Readiness Reviews (OFRR). Personnel from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) will provide guidance pertaining to…
More Than $92 Million in LAMP Grants Being Made Available
…filling the gaps in previous COVID-19 assistance coverage. An emphasis has been placed on providing support for underserved communities and small and mid-sized farming operations. “We have an opportunity to…
Almond Matters: Lack of Rain Affecting Preemergent Efficacy
…to do clean up to keep weeds at bay, to keep them down to a level that doesn’t interfere with your farming.” Listen to the report below. Sponsored Content Let’s…