…American Rescue Plan. The funding is intended to be used for emergency food purchases of domestic local foods. Awards will be made through non-competitive cooperative agreements made with state and…
Dairy Margin Coverage Available, with New Program Expansion
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened the signup period for the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program. Producers will be allowed to enroll in the important safety-net program through…
USDA Launches Loan Guarantee Program to Create More Market Opportunities, Promote Competition and Strengthen America’s Food Supply Chain
…capacity and finance critical food supply chain infrastructure.” Food Supply Chain Guaranteed Loan Program Through the Food Supply Chain Guaranteed Loan Program, USDA will partner with lenders to guarantee loans of…
MSOB: Taking a Closer Look at Biosolids Applications
…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…
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
…labeling, and food safety requirements needed to achieve a Federal Grant of Inspection under the Federal Meat Inspection Act or the Poultry Products Inspection Act. Grant assistance can also assist…
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…