…Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) praised the farm bill framework for its investments in specialty crops, which are crucial for American agriculture and public health. The SCFBA called for further bipartisan…
Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act Introduced
…reciprocal lending arrangements with borrowers, investing in the long-term health of their farm businesses.” Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook…
Make Ag Safety a Priority
…Cultivating Caution is a monthly webinar series exploring the latest research, recommendations, and tips for staying safe and healthy while working in today’s agriculture industry. The series is cosponsored by…
USDA Program for Dairy Producers Amid H5N1
…National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN) facility, they will then need to conduct weekly tests on bulk milk from that herd to confirm that status and will be able to…
North American Organizations Call for More Opportunities for Beef Producers
…American trade partners accountable by conducting transparent, in-country, science-based food safety and animal health audits. Listen to the report below. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn…
Farm Bill Advances After House Ag Approval
…for approving the next Farm Bill, and said it includes top priorities for cattle farmers and ranchers including cattle health, voluntary conservation, and food security provisions. NCBA President and Wyoming…
Grant Project to Increase Organic Consumption Through Education and Promotion
…Consumers lack information about all that the USDA Organic label stands for and all the benefits it delivers for human health, the environment, and businesses,” OTA co-CEO Tom Chapman said…
Maintaining Safe Milk Supply Amid HPAI
The latest efforts to keep our milk supply safe. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Human and Health Services Secretary discusses some of the continued and increased…
Using Farm Loan Programs to Support Climate-Smart Production
…can provide critical support in assisting producers to adopt practices like cover cropping and precision agriculture equipment, which capture carbon, improve water management, and enhance soil health. “Farmers and ranchers…
Almond Update: Seeds for Bees Program Accepting Applications
…just because seed is limited and you want to make sure that your spot is secured.” Among the available cover crop mixes, the pollinator Brassica blend stands out for its…
Particular Soil Treatment Helps Organic Strawberry Production
Organic strawberry growers in California can enhance yields and plant health through anaerobic soil disinfestation (ASD), a technique pioneered through UC Cooperative Extension research. Initially developed to combat soil-borne pathogens…
Voices of the Valley: Innovations in Cross-Border Health Care for Ag Workers
Cross-border health care is growing in popularity as Mexico increasingly provides innovative, technologically advanced medical services at a cost-savings for employers. In fact, close to a million Americans cross the…
USDA Seeks to Reduce Chicken-Related Salmonella Outbreaks
…dose, severity of illnesses and typical consumer preparation practices associated with a product. The breaded stuffed chicken products determination relied on the same factors. FSIS and its public health partners…
Week in Review: Central Valley Subbasin Gets Probation & New EPA Herbicide Strategy
…Efforts to combat challenges with invasive fruit fly are ramping up federally and at the state level, as USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service unveils its comprehensive strategy for…