…have developed nicely, the last heatwave in California may create some issues for the rest of the crop. As part of the continued effort to increase food safety, the U.S….
TRUCKS Act Gains Support
…safety program Entry-Level Driver Training requirements that were passed in 2012. The training classes range from $450 to $8,500 and can take up to 20 days to complete. Senator Rounds…
Inspiring Students to Appreciate Agricultural Production
…they’re doing,’ and understand the food safety that goes into our food culture and make great decisions when they go shopping and understand that when there’s legislation coming on, that…
FDA Conducting Targeted Sampling of Leafy Greens in Salinas Valley
As part of the continued effort to increase food safety, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be conducting targeted sampling of leafy greens. On-farm surveillance sampling of leafy…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 09-16-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers safety concerns during harvest time, the heatwave causing problems for later-season pumpkins, and…
Almond Update: Big Changes to Almond Conference Agenda for 2022
…Sacramento and your hotel arrangements, which are now open at almonds.com/conference, you will want to be sure to plan accordingly,” Williams noted. Another change to the agenda this year is…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 09-15-22
…almond conference agenda, and the summer heat pushing the Fresno County grape production timeline. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous…
Almond Update: New Grant Program to Promote Conservation Practices
…the farm, develop the plan, and then see if it’s a good fit,” Roseman explained. “There’s no commitment once you have the plan for actually following through and making these…
Strengthening the Meat Supply Chain with Nearly $22 Million Investment
…awarded projects are for expanding overall processing capacity. A project in Garden Grove, California seeks to add equipment and make facility upgrades to increase production. A small processing plant in…
AgNet News Hour: Tuesday, 09-06-22
…plan from NRCS and a visit from Secretary Haaland proves necessary for continued federal cooperation. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to…
USDA Updates Crop Insurance Plans to Broaden Access
The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving two of its most comprehensive risk management safety net programs. USDA announced the improvements for the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, and Micro Farm, making…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 08-31-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers heat illness prevention reminders, CDFA accepting proposals for the specialty crop block grant…
Farm Safety and Health Week Coming Up
…healthy and safe workers. Every day will have a different theme, such as “Tractor Safety and Rural Roadway Safety,” on Monday, September 19. Farm Safety and Health Week Coming Up…
Peterson, Outlaw on Next Farm Bill
…most important safety net we have. Peterson and Outlaw both also feel the farm bill will not be approved by the time the current farm bill expires in September of…