…that continued research is still needed looking at how biosolids may impact food crops. Listen to the full episode with Yocelyn Villa below. ‘Making Sense of Biologicals’ is a series…
Almond Update: ‘A Lot to Celebrate’ for the State of the Almond Industry
…consistent over the next five years. “I think taking everything into consideration between prices and water and the future of some zones, I think we’re going to be hanging there…
Regenerative Farming: Nothing New to Producers
…and why we’re doing it better than ever to grow all that great food that they want to buy at the market,” said Duflock. “They want to buy those foods…
Challenges When Caring for Livestock in the Winter Time
…food, and care. Starting with their water source, you’ll need to regulate water temperatures to avoid freezing. Also, monitor the quality of the water. Is it muddy, dirty, or contaminated?…
Proposed Changes to FSMA’s Produce Safety Rule
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is proposing changes to the Produce Safety Rule provision of the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Proposed changes pertain to certain criteria for…
Keeping Your Feathered Friends Happy and Protected this Winter
…feathered friends happy and hardy. Natural food sources become scarce in winter, so backyard birds will benefit more than ever from feeders stocked with nourishing food. Having a few plants…
Hemp Producers Get Support With Improved Crop Insurance
…ways. In the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access…
Almond Update: Tickets Available for Almond Conference Events
…food products that are being developed and the growth of existing categories,” Williams noted. Global CEO of Dan-D Group, Dan On will also be giving a keynote presentation during the…
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
…that directly benefit immediate grower needs. Topics including pest management, food safety, product quality, and more were prevalent in these programs. UC Davis’ CWB-funded walnut breeding program released a new…
New Micro Farm Policy Available from USDA
…ways. In the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for all producers, ensuring access…
MPIRG Program Issues $32 Million in Grant Support
…and processing facilities through the program. The goal is to expand processing capacity and efficiency to help bolster the resiliency of the food supply chain. “Today’s investment supports local and…
Farm Real Estate Values Jump Sharply Higher
…the increasing cost of inputs, agricultural lenders expect farm income and credit conditions to remain strong through the end of the year alongside higher commodity prices. At the same time,…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications for $1.15 Billion in Loans and Grants
…in so many positive ways. Under the Biden-Harris Administration, USDA is transforming America’s food system with a greater focus on more resilient local and regional food production, fairer markets for…
Grants Awarded to Strengthen Local and Regional Markets for U.S. Ag Products
…development, coordination and delivery of nutrition education, and food access solutions. AMS supports U.S. food and agricultural products market opportunities, while increasing consumer access to fresh, healthy foods through applied…