…editing to enhance the traits of animals is the present and future of innovation in livestock production. For the promises of this groundbreaking technology to be realized in feeding the…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-04-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show has reports about the launch of the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate and issues…
Launching Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate
The United States and United Arab Emirates launched the Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate alongside 31 countries and 48 non-government partners. Known as AIM for Climate, the mission was announced…
Build Back Better Framework Announced by President Joe Biden
…said that the investments will be important to allow farmers to increase climate-smart innovation. National Farmers Union President Rob Larew also echoed support for the announcement. “Family farmers and ranchers…
Lawmakers Encourage Ag Research Funding in Budget Legislation
…and development. “We write to respectfully request your assistance in protecting the $7.75 billion investment in agricultural climate research, agriculture innovation, and agricultural research infrastructure included in the House Agriculture…
House Ag Committee Dems Want Ag Spending Preserved
…in agricultural research and innovation, but that position is at risk if we do not make key investments in research and education programs.” The Democrats also note that the funding…
Almond Update: Deadline Approaching for Almond Achievement Awards Nominations
…an allied industry member who has added value to the California almond industry. They do that by long-term service, contributions, or innovation,” said Nicolau. “That award really is somebody who…
Climate Neutral: Getting Beef and Dairy There by 2050
…Innovation within both the beef and dairy sectors will be a critical factor for achieving the goal of becoming climate neutral. Mitloehner, who is a Professor and Air Quality Specialist,…
U.S. Dairy Industry Advances Solutions to Deliver a More Sustainable and Secure Food System
…welfare through a transparent production system. Ahead of the Food Systems Summit, the UN solicited “game-changing” ideas, initiatives and innovations that can bring about positive change. The U.S. dairy industry…
Industry Members Meet to Discuss the Future of Skilled Labor in Ag
A recent event in Reedley brought industry members together to go over the need for skilled labor in the agricultural sector. Hosted by the Western Growers Center for Innovation &…
CDFA Still Accepting Comments on Proposed Updates to Healthy Soils Program
…$50 million in one-time funding from the General Fund to further CDFA’s implementation of the HSP. CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation will be accepting public feedback on the…
Research Grant of $10 Million Will Support Dairy Industry’s Net Zero Initiative
…of the 2050 Environmental Stewardship Goals set through the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy. Researchers from UC Davis and UC Agriculture and Natural Resources will be working on a six-year…
Performance Measures Updated for Multiple USDA Programs
…Access and Development Program, and the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives. “These improvements will make it easier for USDA AMS’ grant programs recipients to report their accomplishments,” AMS Administrator Bruce Summers…
Battle For the Right to Repair Bolstered with Recent Vote
…acts or practices. “These types of restrictions can significantly raise costs for consumers, stifle innovation, close off business opportunity for independent repair shops, create unnecessary electronic waste, delay timely repairs,…