The past two years of the pandemic emphasized consumers online purchasing abilities. According to the most recent Hass Avocado Board (HAB) study, nearly a third of consumers are currently purchasing…
CDFA Seeking Dairy Methane Reduction Projects
…the department’s website. CDFA will also host application workshops on Wednesday, March 16th, and Friday, March 25th for those who need assistance. This year, there is a new online tool…
Nearly $20 Million Available for Value-Added Producer Grant Program
…Program. Eligible applicants will have through April 25 to submit an online application. Paper applications will need to be received by the State Office where a potential project is being…
Current USDA Organic Survey Open Until April 4
…marketing approaches. Participants in the survey have the option to respond by mail or through the new online Respondent Portal. “This voluntary survey gives all organic farmers and ranchers who…
RMA Extends Crop Insurance Flexibilities to June Due to COVID-19
…Centers and online at the RMA Agent Locator. Learn more about crop insurance and the modern farm safety net at rma.usda.gov. USDA touches the lives of all Americans each day in so…
FDA Holding Public Meetings on Proposed Changes to Produce Safety Rule
…and registered participants will receive details on how and when to view the meetings online. Listen to the radio report below. FDA Holding Public Meetings on Proposed Changes to Produce…
Applications Still Being Accepted for HSP Incentives Program
…carbon, reduce atmospheric greenhouse gases, and improve soil health. CDFA is hosting one final workshop for information about the program on January 20 beginning at 9 a.m. Listen to the…
Mixed Response to Biden’s Meat Industry Action Plan
…and ranchers want a fair shake. The joint initiative between USDA and the Department of Justice to create an online portal to report competition law violations, and efforts to strengthen…
Almond Update: Wrapping Up 2021 With A Successful Almond Conference
…water outlook is looking like in California throughout the growing regions.” ABC will be making the educational sessions available online. Listen to Bailey’s interview below. About the Author Brian German…
Start the New Year with New Year’s Garden Resolutions
…Take a gardening course, either online or in person. Invite local wildlife into your yard by adding a bird bath. Or, get involved with a local community garden or garden…
Concerns About Proposal to Replace Forklifts With Zero-Emission Equipment
…industry groups such as California Farm Bureau Federation, California Fresh Fruit Association, California Citrus Mutual, and California Strawberry Commission were also in attendance. The next workshop related to a zero-emission…
Potential Amendments to Conservation Management Practices
…purpose behind the proposed changes relates to PM2.5. Isom testified at a recent workshop, highlighting concerns as the rule development process for any changes begins. “Our comments focused on the…
Sustainable Options for that Holiday Tree
…or twice and can be relatively easy to find at thrift stores or the various online outlets, such as eBay, or Craigslist. Or, you might consider the unconventional route using…
Upcoming Survey for Farmers and Ranchers
…as a research report in the Education and Outreach section next year. Producers can respond online at www.agcounts.usda.gov or by mail. The deadline for response is Jan. 18, 2022. To get more information about…