…crops, such as type, use, acreage, and planting dates. Special rules apply if planting is delayed or if additional land is acquired. For crops covered under the Noninsured Crop Disaster…
Heat Wave Crosses US
A heat wave is moving across the country. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Heat wave in summer with high temperature and lack of water. By filmfoto/DepositPhotos image…
Almond Matters: Managing Mites Before Populations They ‘Explode’
…pest presence with the weather heating up. “With this heat, I would expect the population to explode,” Burkdoll explained. “The heat is what makes mites propagate. The species’ physiology kicks…
Mexico’s Leadership Change Could Bring Trade Changes
…to have an impact not just with Mexico trade, but possibly all around the world in the continued just knowledge and understanding of the safety that comes with GMO corn.”…
Senate Farm Bill Framework Receiving Industry Support
…and Forestry, unveiled a five-year farm bill proposal on Tuesday. The framework aims to modernize the farm safety net, increase funding for agricultural trade, and invest in rural development. It…
Week in Review: U.S. Ag Exports Struggling & New Challenges for Mid-Kings River GSA
…Specialty Crop Exports Initiative (ASCE) is now accepting applications. The California Department of Water Resources has released its first comprehensive Long-term Drought Plan for the State Water Project. Stay informed…
Almond Update: ABC Taking Applications for Committees and Workgroups
…covering areas such as finance, global communications, trade, regulatory issues, almond quality, food safety, and marketing. Hillman highlighted specific groups like the Almond Quality and Food Safety Committee, which focuses…
Kings County Water District Exits Mid-Kings River GSA, Stirring Concerns
…and continue developing a workable Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP). The decision comes amid recent disappointment with the KCWD board, evidenced by a letter with more than 200 signatories requesting their…
Make Ag Safety a Priority
…farm stress, mental health, and the future of ag safety. Topics include Heat Stress and Illness, Injury Surveillance Efforts, Farm Safety for Youth, Crisis Resources for Farmers, Addressing Mental Stress…
USDA Program for Dairy Producers Amid H5N1
…signing a Herd Monitoring Plan agreement. USDA strongly encourages dairy producers to enroll in this new program. Beyond the benefits for their own operations, increased producer participation may help USDA…
Long-Term Drought Plan for the State Water Project
The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has released its first comprehensive Long-term Drought Plan for the State Water Project (SWP). This plan addresses the potential impacts of future droughts…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 05-30-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the long-term drought plan for the state water project is published and USDA…
House Subcommittee Advances AM for Every Vehicle Act
…recreational vehicles. I think we need to study those issues.” Legislation to require AM radio as a safety feature in all vehicles currently has 61 cosponsors in the Senate and…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 05-28-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, federal agencies have announced a joint regulatory plan for biotechnology, and a new…