…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 to safe, healthy and nutritious food…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-16-22
…programs to help growers protect orchards from overwintering pest, and fresh produce growers who are experiencing labor shortages say the issues could result in higher food prices. Tune in to…
Who Grows Our Holiday Favorites?
…some of our favorite holiday dishes. The USDA is reminding everyone to thank a farmer at this time of year, and take a look at where all that food on…
Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Up 20% per Farm Bureau Survey
…to serve a family of 10 with plenty for leftovers. “We should not take our food supply for granted,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “Supporting sustainable productive agriculture in the…
USDA Investing Funds in Healthier School Meals
…nutritious food products. Up to four non-governmental organizations will be selected by the Food and Nutrition Service to manage funds for the School Food System Transformation Challenge. Listen to Sabrina…
Citrus Assessment Rate Set for California Producers
The citrus assessment rate for California producers has recently been announced by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The assessment rate has been established as 3.2 cents per…
Producer Perspective Sought in USDA Survey
…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 all producers, ensuring access…
Decertification Action Necessary to Maintain Integrity of California LGMA
The California Leafy Green Marketing Agreement (LGMA) and the California Department of Food and Agriculture recently had to take a decertification action against a member company. California LGMA CEO Tim…
Ag Groups Ask Congress to Prevent Potential Railroad Strike
…shut down all rail-dependent facilities and result in devastating consequences to both national and global food security. The Biden administration successfully helped broker an agreement between the National Railway Labor…
Week in Review: $119 Million in Incentives Accepted & Alternative Shipping Successes
…carriers is helping to overcome logistical challenges in the food supply chain. Approximately 50 industry members had the opportunity to share ideas and concerns with state and federal officials at…
USDA Opens 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum Registration
…issues impacting agriculture today and potential solutions, including supply chain challenges, climate-smart agriculture and more. More than 4,500 people attended the 2022 virtual Forum. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here….
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 11-04-22
…informed on irrigation innovation is critical during drought, and supply and demand driving differences in gas and diesel prices. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
First Round of Meat Industry Investments Announced
…projects through the Food Supply Chain Guaranteed Loan program. “Since President Biden laid out a commitment at the start of this year, USDA has worked tirelessly to give farmers and…
VofV: The Produce Moms’ Lori Taylor on Educating Consumers About Food and Farming
This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find…