The Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Program (CPDPP) is encouraging producers to engage with their local grower liaisons. The CPDPP works collaboratively with a number of industry partners, researchers, scientists and…
Secretary Vilsack Talks Drought, Trade, and Labor at Fresno County Farm
…in Fresno County, Secretary Vilsack heard from local producers about the impacts of drought. Secretary Vilsack noted that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) may need to rethink assistance programs…
CDFA Issues Stop Use Notice on Organic Pesticide Products
The California Department of Food and Agriculture has issued a Stop Use Notice for two pesticide products that are labeled for organic use. Organic producers are being warned that the products EcoMight-Pro…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 08-04-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering trends of the western ‘mega-drought’ and resources for producers,…
Public Good Achieved Through Agricultural Regulations Warrants Public Support
…that more public support is warranted in helping producers cover these costs. “From the public good perspective, a lot of these regulations deal with clean air, clean water, endangered species…
Optimism for Getting WHIP+ Extension Through Congress
…Cotton Council, Reece Langley said the legislation’s expansion of losses covered by WHIP+ will be important for producers. The bill would also implement improvements for how the U.S. Department of…
Nearly $17 Million Being Made Available Through USDA’s 2501 Program
…known as the 2501 Program. The funding will be going to community-based and nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and Tribal entities that help socially disadvantaged and veteran producers own…
New Program Helps Heirs Resolve Land Ownership and Succession Issues
…Property issues have been a longstanding challenge for many agricultural producers and landowners Intermediate lenders will need to be certified as a community development financial institution to be eligible for…
Monterey County Agriculture Drops Below $4 Billion in Value
Monterey County agriculture took a notable hit in 2020, largely due to the impacts of wildfire and COVID-19. The 2020 Crop & Livestock Report reflects a significant decline in production…
Week in Review: Regulatory Costs Triple, CA FAIR Plan Expanded, WHIP+ Extension Moves Forward
A study tracking regulatory costs in California between 2012 and 2018 was recently released, with striking findings. Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 11, aimed at helping producers acquire…
Committee Hearings Shine a Light on Issues Within the Food Supply Chain
Two Congressional committee hearings were held recently to examine areas of the food supply chain that need improvements. The House Agriculture Committee Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture held a…
Performance Measures Updated for Multiple USDA Programs
…from State Departments of Agriculture,” said National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Foundation Acting Executive Director Elizabeth Rowland. “U.S. farmers, producers and growers will benefit from the new…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 07-30-21
…contracts becoming more complicated for growers and the challenges brought on by the pandemic producers have pushed through. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and…
Almond Update: Almond Journey Podcast Details Grower’s Experience with Dust Reduction
A recent episode of the Almond Journey podcast from the Almond Board of California (ABC) highlights one producer’s experiences with dust reduction. Bret Sill is the ranch manager for Sill…