…could remember the BRS members voted not to ratify a National Agreement, and with the highest participation rate in BRS history. Railroads have estimated a strike could cost the economy…
Nearly $119 Million in FARMER Funding Accepted and Appropriated
…has gotten a lot of reductions,” Isom noted. “It’s the most cost-effective program out of any regulation or incentive program that the Air District or the California Air Resources Board…
Farm Bureau Informational Webinars Today and Tomorrow
…Mean for You? webinar will take place on October 27 at 10 a.m. This webinar will feature noted experts on the Agricultural Labor Relations Act from California Farm Bureau and…
Further Increases to Water Fees ‘Reprehensible’
…as those administered by the San Joaquin Valley Air District. “They do zero-based budgeting. In other words, if they have to increase the cost on one program, they look at…
VofV: Global Competition Requires Urgent Supply Chain Tech Innovation
…give an overview of the DiMuto trials taking place all over the world. Technology is not just a business cost, they say, but a way to stay competitive in the…
Ag Robotics and Technology Conference Highlights Challenges and Potential
…really key technological solutions that are going to solve really big problems including labor challenges. But also helping deliver more precise chemicals and water and other inputs into the crop…
Almond Update: Irrigation Technology Workshop Series Begins November 3
…as a cooperative effort between ABC, Tule, WiseConn, and Jain Irrigation. ABC staff will be providing information about distribution uniformity and the cost of system leaks, while WiseConn representatives will…
Dairy Margin Coverage Signups Open Through December 9
…producers in navigating changes in milk and feed costs. Dairy producers will have until December 9 to enroll in 2023 coverage. Producers have the ability to use the online decision…
Rail Strike Concerns Renewed After Union Rejects Contract
…be possible and has the potential to cost the U.S. economy up to $2 billion per day. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored…
VofV: Jack Vessey on the Pressing Need to Implement Technology in Desert Agriculture
…to be proactive with trying things,” he said, noting that the pressures of labor, irrigation and crop protection lead him to always explore new technologies in his operations. The front…
Mushrooms Gaining Popularity
…chain problems and labor shortages are major challenges for this market. This labor shortage existed prior to 2020, which the pandemic shutdown has compounded. The US food supply chain challenges…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 10-10-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the Labor Department tightening H-2A rules, new prune varieties showing economic benefits and…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 10-07-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers an upcoming low-cost food safety training opportunity, considerations and challenges for going organic…
Turkeys May Cost More This Thanksgiving
…is important to understand that farmers aren’t profiting from record-high retail prices. High supply costs from feed, fuel, fertilizer, and labor make raising turkeys even more expensive. USDA’s most recent…