…you can tag team it there too.” Growers are also encouraged to consider the impact of neighboring properties on pest management programs. Organic orchards or almond orchards that are set…
Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act Introduced
…California Certified Organic Farmers, and the National Center for Appropriate Technology. The bill is expected to alleviate certain financial barriers by providing the necessary capital and support to ensure long-term…
AgNet News Hour, Thursday, 05-30-24
…begins accepting applications to help cover organic certification costs. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent…
Grant Project to Increase Organic Consumption Through Education and Promotion
The Organic Trade Association and The Organic Center have received a $2.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Organic Market Development Grant aims to expand organic…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 05-22-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s program features an in-depth discussion about the needs of the organic industry in California and…
Organic Needs Assessment Highlights Need for Additional Research
…on their connections, she said. ORGANIC SEED The National Organic Program permits the use of conventional seed on organic farms granted that organic seed of the variety is not available. …
Week in Review: Massive Almond Crop Expected & New Organic Goals for California
…to convert conventional ag production into organic systems. The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service is conducting two crucial mid-year surveys: the June Agricultural Survey and the June Area Survey. The…
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 05-17-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features information about new initiatives to support the organic sector and an interview with…
New USDA Programs Ease Transition to Organic Production
…pinpointed market needs for organic grains and livestock feed, organic dairy, organic fibers, organic legumes and other rotational crops, and organic ingredients currently unavailable in organic form. Providing hands-on training…
Almond Update: One Week Left for Voting in ABC Board of Directors Election
…the almond industry, whether it’s almond quality and food safety, or the organic advisory panel, you can even sit in on the finance and audit committee,” Hillman explained. “There’s lots…
AgNet News Hour, Wednesday, 05-15-24
…of an organic needs assessment. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc….
California Sets Goals for Percentage of Organic Agriculture
California has set new benchmarks as part of the effort to convert conventional ag production into organic systems. In the state’s 2022 Scoping Plan for Achieving Carbon Neutrality, a goal…
USDA-NRCS Provides Conservation Programs for Organic Producers
…new organic management conservation practice as part of USDA’s Organic Transition Initiative. The new organic management practice allows flexibility for producers to get the assistance and education they need, such…
Survey Highlights Grape Industry Needs
…management techniques,” Hollingsworth said. About 27 percent of the respondents managed organic grapes, but 37 percent of respondents were interested in organic weed control. “I think that’s indicating that even…