…leadership for research, education and extension programs, NIFA focuses on investing in science and solving critical issues impacting people’s daily lives and the nation’s future. More information is at: www.nifa.usda.gov….
State and Federal Officials to Disscuss Drought Operations With California State Board of Food and Agriculture
…of Food and Agriculture advises the governor and the CDFA secretary on agricultural issues and consumer needs. The State Board conducts forums that bring together local, state and federal government…
Kern Ag Community Continues to Promote Successful Spray Safe Effort
…meeting will also include circuit presentations on a number of safety issues and is available in Spanish as well as English. The SpraySafe program was initiated in Kern County and…
Pierce’s Disease May Never Be Eradicated
…species. Cooperative Extension Viticulture Advisor Allison Ferry-Abee says there are two sets of symptoms for Pierce’s disease. Spring symptoms are hard to define and can be caused by other issues….
ASTA Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference Underway in Tampa
…with the issues driving the industry. AgNet’s Gary Cooper reports from the scene as once again ASTA meeting attendees are learning how critical consumer food interests are to what goes…
USDA Seeks Applications for Conservation Innovation Grants
…investment in private lands conservation. Improved quantification tools, multi-resource crediting, and projects that substantively engage corporate or financial partners are the types of activities NRCS is pursuing. As an example,…
Cattlemen Urge Renewal of Trade Promotion Authority
…with perishable items like beef, this is especially concerning. These labor disputes must be settled as soon as possible to resolve the current congestion issues interrupting the flow of commerce.”…
Silicon Valley Bank Foresees Breakout Year Ahead for U.S. Fine Wine Business
…beyond traditional banking services. Silicon Valley Bank is a member of global financial services firm SVB Financial Group (Nasdaq: SIVB). More information on the company can be found at www.svb.com….
UC Makes Gains in Rebuilding its Extension Service
…people retiring, positions that went unfilled because of resource and financial limitations, but those are finally getting backfilled now and we’re hiring more people than are retiring.” Barbara Allen-Diaz, vice…
President Touched on Issues That Touch on Agriculture
In his State of the Union message President Obama talked about several issues that affect farmers and agribusiness. President on Issues For Agriculture…
Farm Bureau Approves Strategic Action Plan for 2015
…many other issues will warrant AFBF’s attention this year, and those issues will be addressed as they rise on the nation’s agenda. “AFBF’s 2015 strategic action plan, as set by…
Citrus Industry This Week: Crop Forecast; Size and Quality Issues
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes details from the latest citrus crop forecast and a grower report on fruit size and quality issues. Want to learn…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Makes Major Announcement Regarding Conservation Projects
…recreation, and other industries.” “As venture capitalists provide financial resources to burgeoning, high-potential growth startups, USDA must lead in a new venture conservationist movement that empowers and launches new, high-opportunity…
Port Slowdowns are Affecting Farm Shipments
…made unreliable due to port issues. Walnut exporter Andersen said port congestion also has had serious financial repercussions for his customers, many of whom have contract obligations to deliver products…