DepositPhotos image The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) announced it has received $1 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) grants….
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
…local and regional food systems. Through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI), $21.5 million has been awarded for 117 projects, including both Infrastructure and Equipment Grants. This funding aims…
Farm Bureau Pleads for Farmer Aid as Funding Bill Falters Following Musk Tweet
…changes to a key federal funding measure. The measure, known as a Continuing Resolution (CR), would help keep the government running while leaders work on a final budget. The AFBF…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-19-24
…has seen three times more demand than funding. Brillinger emphasized the economic benefits, including water and labor savings, but noted the high capital costs (up to $700,000) that hinder smaller…
Congress Advances Farm Bill Extension and Aid Package
…NFU stated. What’s Next? Congress faces a tight timeline to pass the funding package before the government’s current funding authorization expires. The inclusion of agricultural aid in the broader appropriations…
More Funding for Screwworm Management
…resources to respond to recent cases of New World screwworm in livestock in southern Mexico and Central America. Rusty Halvorson has more. More Funding for Screwworm Management What to Look…
Commodity Groups Advocate for Economic Assistance Amid Farm Bill Delays
…lapse in funding, it is set to expire at the end of December 2024, increasing the pressure on lawmakers to act swiftly. Ten of the largest agricultural organizations advocating for…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-11-24
…Milk Producers Federation. They discuss the current lame duck session in Congress, focusing on temporary funding measures and delays in the new farm bill. The conversation explores the potential impacts…
COP29 Wraps Up with Mixed Outcomes and Lingering Disputes
…Developing States (SIDS) criticized the exclusion of loss and damage funding. Progress was made on adaptation indicators and extending the Lima gender work program, but contentious debates over energy transitions…
Signup for Agricultural Conservation Easement Program Continues
…those interested can apply at any time, to be considered for the FY 2025 IRA funding opportunities, complete and eligible applications must be received by the following National cutoff dates…
Farm Service Agency Stresses Support for Farmers Amid Disasters
…communities, he emphasized the need for consistent federal funding and support for staff, particularly as Congress negotiates the next Farm Bill. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina…
Salton Sea Restoration Project Expands to Protect Air Quality and Wildlife
…the SCH Project, bringing the current area close to 5,000 acres, with potential growth to nearly 8,000 acres. Funding for the project includes $70 million granted by the U.S. Bureau…
USDA Invests $85 Million to Boost Organic Market Opportunities Nationwide
DepositPhotos image The USDA has allocated $85 million in grants to strengthen organic markets nationwide, with California avocado farmers among the notable recipients. This funding is part of the USDA’s…
Deadline Approaching for California Farmers to Apply for Conservation Assistance
…are accepted year-round, producers aiming for the first review must apply by November 15, just days away. With the addition of Inflation Reduction Act funding, NRCS California State Conservationist Carlos…