…children and adults, Improving efficiency within the distribution system, Promoting the development of good agricultural, handling and manufacturing practices while encouraging audit cost-sharing for small farmers, packers, and processors, Supporting…
Sign-Up Begins Today for USDA Disaster Assistance Programs Restored by Farm Bill
…documentation of labor and equipment used to plant or remove eligible trees, bushes, or vines. Producers have three to nine months to apply depending on the program and year of…
California Ranked at Bottom of Agribusiness Friendliness Index
…climate. The government showed while we are top for labor availability, agribusinesses in California face more ballot initiatives than any other state as well as many other challenges to agribusiness…
USDA Provides Farm Bill Funding for Pest and Disease Management Programs
…stakes for stopping invasive species are high, with scientists estimating the total economic cost of all invasive species to be approximately $120 billion annually. “Invasive pests cause billions of dollars…
USDA Research Causes Modifications in Poultry Sampling for Avian Influenza
Thanks to USDA research, modifications in poultry sampling for Avian Influenza means improved efficiency and cost savings. Rod Bain has the report. USDA Research Causes Modifications in Poultry Sampling for…
Change in Policy on Fumigant Puts Farmers in Bind
…and they say the latest limits on the product erode their ability to produce their crops. “Food costs are going to go up,” said David P. Souza, a sweet potato…
Growing Pains for National Organic Program
…250% since 2002 which was the first year of the program. The cost of certification is a problem for some organic producers as is all the paperwork involved, but the…
Drought Could Affect Food Prices This Year and Next
…of other items may be supplemented from other growing regions, but at a higher cost. For example, buyers may have to rely more heavily on Florida and Mexico for corn,…
Americans Eating More Foreign Produce Than Ever Before
…area farmer and President of San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau Carlos Castaneda says the need for ag labor is a major factor in why U.S. farmers are not able…
USDA Announces Growth of U.S. Organic Industry
…National Organic Program to provide up-to-date information about certified organic operations across the supply chain $11.5 million annually for certification cost-share assistance, which reimburses the costs of annual certification for…
Almond Board: Upcoming Almond Grower Field Day
…portion of the day will be spent on creating personal nitrogen management plans. The day will conclude with a working lunch (no cost to attendees) and a presentation by Northern…
USDA Announces Support for Smarter Lunchrooms
…simple, actionable, low-cost steps that help make sure that the healthy food on kids’ plates ends up in their stomachs,” said Vilsack. “These grants are part of USDA’s ongoing commitment…
USDA Expanding Support for Small, Mid-Sized Farmers and Ranchers
…provide revenue opportunities while also promoting conservation for small and mid-sized farmers. The hoop house cost share program began as a pilot in 2010. Since then, more than 10,000 hoop…
Costa Introduces Bills to Increase CA Water Storage
From the Office of Congressman Jim Costa Legislation Would Expand Shasta Dam, Temperance Flat, and San Luis Reservoir Washington, DC—Rep. Jim Costa introduced a package of legislation that would invest…