…key regulatory issues and defend victories on issues like the Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) / Navigable Waters Protection Rule, 2020 Dietary Guidelines, Endangered Species Act modernization, Electronic Logging Devices,…
Thousands Gather for Annual Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show
…state of our industry, as well as providing a platform to discuss important issues impacting individual ranchers.” The convention will deliver an impressive speaker lineup which includes U.S. Department of…
USDA Accepting Applications for ReConnect Program Funding
…are being accepted as of last Friday for the second round of funding for the ReConnect Program, which equates to $550 million in financial support. The funding allows the federal…
California Cattle Council Seeking Industry Input on Strategic Plan
…legislators and regulators to educate them on the issues facing the industry. “A strategic planning firm actually is going to collate [the survey results] and summarize it so when we…
Pistachio Winter Juvenile Tree Dieback A Confounding Issue
…as winter juvenile tree dieback, the warmer temperatures in fall can cause issues by preventing trees from quickly entering the dormant stage and leaving the window open for potential damage. …
California Unlikely to Benefit from New Navigable Waters Protection Rule
…exactly where they stand in terms of waters of the United States,” Wade noted. Regulatory issues related to water have become even more prominent as the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act…
Industry Concerned About FARMER Incentive Funding in Newsom Budget
…Program, known as the FARMER program, provides financial assistance for replacing items such as tractors, all-terrain vehicles, and trucks. “We’re under a mandate right now; it’s a voluntary mandate that…
APHIS Moving Forward with Funding Farm Bill Initiatives
…The increased stockpile will function as protection against any unforeseen issues created by a potential outbreak of animal diseases. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet…
Spray Safe Events Provide Important Industry Information
…to talk about Paraquat, or to talk about decontamination issues. The agendas are all really quite comprehensive too, so they’ve been great events.” Several more Spray Safe events are scheduled…
‘It’s a Process’ to Develop Chlorpyrifos Alternatives
…people have really felt that they’ve been heard on these issues,” said DPR Director Val Dolcini. “I also understand that this is not a process that lends itself to instant…
Ag Groups Respond to Senate Passage of USMCA
…stay informed on issues impacting their businesses. Source: Agriculture Retailers Association U.S. Dairy Industry Praises Administration and Congress for Final Passage of USMCA (NMPF) — The U.S. Dairy Export Council…
Eventful Year Ahead for U.S. Cotton
…have. We’ll monitor developments on the regulatory side. We’re going to continue with our education efforts in the industry,” Adams noted. “When we look across the gamut of the issues the Council’s…
FSA Encourages Producers to Enroll Soon in ARC and PLC Programs
…and make an appointment soon to ensure your elections are made and contracts signed well ahead of the deadlines.” ARC and PLC provide financial protections to farmers from substantial drops…
Almond Matters: Developing a Vibrant Root System When Planting an Orchard
…need to make the necessary soil preparations taking into account the history of the site and any issues with soil-borne pathogens. Each step in the process helps to secure a…