…“They’re really high in fiber and other nutrients,” she said, with potential for use in health-conscious products. On the health front, almonds positively impact gut, heart, and brain health. “There…
NCBA Pushes Back Against Dietary Guidelines
…advice ignores strong scientific evidence about beef’s essential role in a healthy diet. Mark Eisele, NCBA President and Wyoming rancher, emphasizes that most Americans already eat beef within healthy limits….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-10-24
…use and regulation of autonomous vehicles in farming. Additionally, Sabrina shares updates from the Almond Conference in Sacramento, covering topics from pollinator habitats to the economic aspects of almond production….
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-09-24
…Public Health Advisor for the SAS Institute. They discuss the recent USDA federal order regarding raw milk and its connection to avian influenza. With the emergence of H5N1 in California’s…
USDA Implements New Testing Guidelines for Raw Milk
…protect public health and prevent further outbreaks following the detection of the virus in raw milk samples in California. Dr. Meg Schaefer, an epidemiologist and National Public Health Advisor for…
New Federal Order Announced by USDA
…Protect Farms, Farmworkers and Communities from H5N1 Avian Influenza DepositPhotos image (USDA-APHIS/WASHINGTON/Dec. 6, 2024) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing the…
Organic Commodities Consumption On the Rise
…the University of California. Consumer demand, the expansion of value -added products, advancements in ag technology, and a focus on soil health are some of the things needed to sustain…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-05-24
…Van Lieu, VP of Nutrition and Health at the International Fresh Produce Association, about their aims for a workable H2A federal workforce program and the challenges faced due to reliance…
Healthy Soils Week Highlights Benefits of Regenerative Farming Practices
Shutterstock image This week, the American Farmland Trust (AFT) is promoting the importance of soil health through Healthy Soils Week, a nationwide campaign to raise awareness about sustainable farming practices….
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-03-24
…monitoring systems, and software tailored for industries like agriculture, food safety, and pharmaceuticals. Sabrina focuses on Healthy Soils Week with a conversation with Paul Lum, the California Senior Agricultural Manager for American…
Bird Flu Found in California Raw Milk
A California raw milk farm has issued a recall after state health officials detected bird flu in retail samples. The California Department of Public Health has instructed consumers to avoid…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 11-21-24
…joined by Jeffrey Shaw, Director of Research at Bee Hero, for a conversation on bee health and new ways to monitor honeybees. Finally, we have today’s Almond Update which features…
USDA Breaks Ground on Advanced Agricultural Research Facility at UC Davis
…collaborative spaces to support scientists investigating plant diseases, genetic resources, soil health, and more. Dr. Simon Liu, ARS Administrator, highlighted the facility as a “nexus for long-term agricultural research and…
Plant Odors Offer Hope for Sustainable Agriculture
…attract beneficial insects. Such insights could reduce reliance on chemical pesticides, benefiting both productivity and environmental health. The study also highlights potential agricultural applications, such as using companion plants like…