…with an emphasis on historically underserved farmers. Farm loans are critical for producers in providing access to the necessary capital to run a farming operation. “USDA remains committed to examining…
Ag Groups and Lawmakers Continue Pushing for Right to Repair Farm Equipment
…increasing digitalization of farming equipment has made it more difficult to perform repairs as they will often require bypassing digital security locks. John Deere has been facing increasing scrutiny by…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 03-07-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers farming groups filing a complaint with FTC over the right to repair, the…
Control of Weeds on the Farm Without Using Chemicals
…dozen methods for controlling weeds. Including using them in useful and creative ways, or eating them! For organic farming, an organic weed control plan is a comprehensive approach to manage…
State of Organic Produce Report Details Notable Industry Growth in 2021
…Seeley. Industry organizations including the Organic Farming Research Foundation and the California Certified Organic Farmers share their efforts to promote and protect the organic industry in the report. Also included…
MSOB: Using Biofungicides to Help Manage Resistance
…leading the movement to environmentally sustainable farming practices through the discovery, development and sale of innovative biological products for crop protection, crop health and crop nutrition. Marrone Bio’s portfolio of…
Supply Chain Issues Creating Cash Flow Problems for Almond Producers
…paid for the 2021 crop, providing almond producers with the operating capital requirement to continue farming. This year could be a more troubling situation unless shipments of almonds pick up…
VofV: Dissecting the 21st Century Ag Renaissance
…out more at WGA.com. With 44 seasons of farming under his belt, A.G. Kawamura shares his unique perspective about the future of agriculture and provides an analysis of the lessons…
Ag Groups Continue to Weigh-In on WOTUS Rulemaking Process
The proposed revision to the “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) definition is continuing to draw comments from the agricultural industry. Many farming groups have voiced concern regarding the WOTUS…
One Company Revolutionizing Farming One Seedling at a Time
…renewable electricity. Its high-tech farming practices use 95 percent less water and 97 percent less land while achieving more than 35 times the yield of conventional open-field farming. Listen to…
MSOB: Working Towards Universal Understanding of Biostimulant Products
…Bio Innovations, leading the movement to environmentally sustainable farming practices through the discovery, development and sale of innovative biological products for crop protection, crop health and crop nutrition. Marrone Bio’s…
Nearly $73 Million Available Through USDA’s Specialty Crop Block Grant Program
…of up to three years. AMS is encouraging applications for projects that serve smaller farming operations, disadvantaged or underserved producers, beginning farmers and ranchers, and veteran producers. State departments of…
WETA Program Application Window Extended to February 3
CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation extended the application period for a new competitive grant program. An additional two weeks was provided to submit applications for the new Water Efficiency…
MSOB: Understanding Bacillus-Based Products and Grower Needs
…category. This episode of Making Sense of Biologicals is made possible by Marrone Bio Innovations, leading the movement to environmentally sustainable farming practices through the discovery, development and sale of…