…in projects aimed at transforming the food system. Key initiatives include the establishment of regional food business centers to support small and mid-sized farms and the expansion of infrastructure like…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-08-25
…regional food business centers, meat and poultry processing facilities, and infrastructure developments aimed at supporting small to mid-sized farms. They also touch on the importance of ensuring food security as…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-30-24
…Lorrie reflect on the shifting perceptions of biofuels, the challenges of building infrastructure for electric vehicles, and potential environmental costs associated with both. Personal stories and expert opinions highlight the…
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…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-11-24
…farmland, destroying crops, and damaging infrastructure including homes, roads, and irrigation systems. The hosts address the broader implications for water management and insurance in the area, noting the challenges farmers…
California Congressman Joins Hurricane Damage Tour in Southeast
…met with poultry, fruit, and vegetable producers and inspected damaged infrastructure. DepositPhotos image “As someone who represents farmers in California, I understand the challenges producers face after natural disasters,” said…
USDA Breaks Ground on Advanced Agricultural Research Facility at UC Davis
…part of ARS’s commitment to modernizing infrastructure to support sustainable agriculture and environmental resilience. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and…
USDA Invests $85 Million to Boost Organic Market Opportunities Nationwide
…Organic Market Development Grant Program, a key piece of its $300 million Organic Transition Initiative, aimed at expanding both market opportunities and infrastructure for organic producers. In one example of…
Deadline Approaching for California Farmers to Apply for Conservation Assistance
…with cleaner ones, and the WaterSmart projects in partnership with the Bureau of Reclamation, which support improved water infrastructure on farms. Additional programs offer support for wildlife habitat, wildfire mitigation,…
NRCS Announces $100 Million in Federal Assistance for California Farmers and Ranchers
…their unique resource concerns.” Over $100 million is available for various conservation initiatives, including air and water quality improvements, wildlife habitat creation, and water infrastructure enhancements. Key programs include the…
Hurricane Helene Causes Significant Agricultural Damage
…Cotton crops are facing severe setbacks, as the storm uprooted plants and caused significant defoliation. Additionally, fruit orchards experienced major losses, with fallen trees and damaged infrastructure hampering recovery efforts….
Investment of $27 Million to Support Optimization of California Ports
…climate resilience measures, adopting new trucking appointment systems, and developing standardized cargo data. Key stakeholders from the ports praised the funding, emphasizing its role in modernizing infrastructure, improving efficiency, and…
Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire Ants
Fire ant infestations pose a significant threat to people, pets and in production agriculture’s productivity and crop quality. From the damage they do to infrastructure including equipment, groves and pastures,…
Week in Review: California Card Check Challenged in Lawsuit & Water Resilience Efforts Underway
…be effective in managing weeds, providing rice farmers with new opportunities for further herbicide diversification. The Department of the Interior announced additional funding to help support water infrastructure in California….