…is another important consideration. “I know this just adds to the cost for that spray, that preharvest application, but it can definitely be that ounce of prevention that’s worth a…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 07-13-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the action or lack thereof from the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, ag labor…
Winegrape Assessment Rate Has Been Set for 2022 Harvest
…(CAWG) and the Wine Institute. “Inflation has increased costs of every aspect of our industry which includes research and costs of the Pierce’s Disease Control Program. CAWG appreciates the volunteer…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 07-07-22
…growers working to mitigate higher salinity levels related to drought and the West Coast Port Labor contract expiring. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and…
Almond Matters: Pest Management Considerations at Hull Split
…Burkdoll. The increasing cost of production this year is a significant factor that growers are weighing in their pest management approaches. Prices for fuel and critical crop inputs have risen…
Wheat Growers List 2023 Farm Bill Priorities
…the cost of production more accurately. They also favor enhancing USDA’s market access and development programs to enhance trade. “The farm bill addresses many programs that are critical for wheat…
USDA-Cost of a Home-Grilled Cheeseburger up from 2021
Grilling season is underway, and the cost of the homemade cheeseburger is going up. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Home-grilled cheeseburgers, a summer cookout staple, will cost consumers more…
Industry Groups Encourage Federal Engagement on Port Labor Negotiations
A coalition of organizations representing a variety of industries including agriculture are encouraging the Biden Administration to get involved in the port labor negotiations. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union…
Several Reasons Pushing Summer Cookout Costs Higher
…costs and those rising input costs are cutting into the returns they’re getting for their product. In a lot of cases farmers are not even covering their increased costs with…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 07-01-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers farmers’ concern over high fuel prices, Independence Day cookout cost significantly higher than…
Federal Funding Available for Water Infrastructure Projects
…That’s why EPA is providing $6.5 billion in low-cost financing through WIFIA and SWIFIA that can help revitalize our water systems while creating good paying jobs and delivering significant economic…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 06-29-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers implementing production practices to mitigate the impact of the lack of labor, working…
West Hills Offers Unique Opportunities to Students
West Hills College Lemoore is home to opportunities and programs that aid students in professional development, soft skill development, and personal understanding of the professional world. Kris Costa, Dean of…
Independence Day Cookout Costs Significantly Higher Than Last Year
…of chicken wings increasing 34 percent and the cost of chicken breasts increasing 24 percent. The cost of beer appears to have increased 25 percent, while the average cost of…