…the program. USDA is increasing that amount to a flat $35 a month for all participants. The increase will be funded through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021. USDA is…
Bidens 30×30 Plan Raising Concern for Ag Industry
…to how the plan would be implemented. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) sent a letter to the Biden Administration seeking clarity and cooperation on the ambitious conservation plan. “The…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 04-29-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including this week’s Almond Update and the push for healthy…
Almond Update: ‘Rush To Safety’ Pushing Healthy Products With Almonds
…thinking will continue to drive purchases of health-conscious products, like plant-based, and items that are environmentally friendly. “(In 2019), the top three choices were flavor, brand and cost. Now we see…
Fruits and Vegetable Purchases Incentivized with American Rescue Plan
…of fruits and vegetables. With $490 million provided by the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, USDA has offered states, tribal nations and territories the option of boosting the cash-value…
Questions Raised by Targeted Drought Declaration
There has been some criticism for how Governor Gavin Newsom has approached the state’s water situation, issuing a targeted drought declaration. Many areas of California are also experiencing drought conditions…
CRP Expansion to Provide Further Participation Incentive
…runoff, and preserving topsoil. The program is currently capped at 25 million acres with plans to increase the acreage cap to 27 million acres by 2023. As part of the…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 04-28-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including details for California Citrus Mutual’s scholarship, this year’s reduced…
Legislation Is First Step Toward Establishing Viable Carbon Markets
The Growing Climate Solutions Act of 2021 is being described as an important first step for getting farmers more involved in viable carbon markets. It would create a certification program…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 04-27-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the California Farm Water Coalition detailing how water cuts…
Health Bite: Easy Ways to Pack Protein Into Busy Diet
Unless you’re on a carnivore diet, chances are you could use a little bump in protein, especially when it comes to snacking. Protein is more satiating than carbohydrates and it…
California Farm Water Coalition Details How Water Cuts Are Affecting Ag
The California Farm Water Coalition (CFWC) has detailed how limited water supplies are affecting agricultural production. Dry conditions in California have resulted in a decline in acreage of several crops…
NACD Provides $13 Million in Technical Assistance Grants
…planners. The grant funds will also support current projects for an additional 12 months beyond their previously awarded funding. NACD anticipates staff will be working with nearly 25,000 district clients,…
Robert Bonnie Nominated to Oversee USDA Farm Programs
President Joe Biden has nominated Robert Bonnie to serve as Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The position is responsible for overseeing…