…demand to strengthen markets for climate-smart commodities. A broad array of partners will provide technical assistance and additional financial incentives to a diverse array of producers across a broad range…
Ag Groups Raise Concern Over Damage A Railroad Strike Would Have
…fertilizer. Fertilizer markets have been facing significant challenges over the past two years, including issues with transportation. While a stoppage has not happened yet, TFI notes that they are already…
Equipment Sanitation: Keeping Tomato Fields Safe from Pests and Diseases
…still somewhat of a poorly researched area. The movement of the different types of equipment without adequate sanitation can exacerbate a variety of issues in tomato fields. “That’s nematodes, and…
Almond Update: New Grant Program to Promote Conservation Practices
A new program from the California Department of Agriculture (CDFA) seeks to further incentivize conservation practices in agriculture. The Conservation Agriculture Planning Grants Program (CAPGP) provides financial support for the…
Industry Needs Will Guide UC Organic Agriculture Institute Efforts
…be more targeted than previous survey efforts, to identify the primary issues that growers are struggling with. Wilson noted that the information will be used as a guide for future…
USDA Says Farm Profits to Reach Near-Record High in 2022
…table U.S. farm sector financial indicators, 2015-22F, or see all data tables on farm income and wealth statistics. Note: In the text below, year-to-year changes in the major aggregate components…
Specialty Crop Priorities for 2023 Farm Bill
…are identified as key priorities for the industry. Natural resources and issues of climate were also noted as core principles for SCFBA. The alliance suggests adjusting eligibility requirements for conservation…
California’s New Water Strategy Comes at Opportune Time
…streamline the construction of water projects. Ross explained that given California’s financial situation, now is the time to affect considerable change in the state’s water system. “We have, at this…
California Receives Nearly $24 Million in Specialty Crop Support
…projects being supported through the program address a variety of issues including nitrogen budgeting and water stress. Multiple projects will also provide training and extension materials to industry members. Project…
USDA Invests $15 Million in Conservation Innovation Grants
…to address issues of water, air, and soil quality in agricultural production. “The challenges that farmers and ranchers face require innovative solutions to support their continued ability to produce the…
MSOB: Biological Sector Garnering More Interest from Large Companies
…issues are creating a more serious consideration for biological products. The increasing emphasis on climate change along with the cost and availability of crop inputs such as fertilizer are making…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-24-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers issues with public education and the proposed DPR notification system, cost share certification…
Busy Week for USTR Officials
…through Wednesday, then Wilson will travel to Bangladesh for discussions on a range of bilateral trade issues on Thursday. Meanwhile, Tuesday, Ambassador Jayme White meets with officials from Mexico to…
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…