…1989–1991 Continuing Survey of Food Intakes of Individuals rated the healthfulness of their diets as “very good” or excellent, suggesting a continuing downward trend in the health quality individuals ascribe…
USDA Announces Projects to Boost Access to Green Space for Millions
…they provide for cooling city streets, improving air quality, and promoting food security, public health and safety. The funding was granted to entities in all 50 states, two U.S. territories,…
Applications for Innovation Grants Due October 30
…producers. Funding priorities have been identified as irrigation water management technologies, nutrient management, grazing lands, feed management and enteric methane reduction, and soil health demonstration trials. Grant awards will range…
September is Food Safety Education Month
…The FDA says you should contact your physician or health care provider as soon as possible if you suspect you may have a foodborne illness. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 08-31-23
…the agricultural workforce, and examples of how SAP analysis provides a better picture of plant health. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen…
California Avocado Industry Remains Resilient Through Storm
…and rewards. An abundance of rainfall helped replenish the state’s water supplies and provided ample moisture to support tree health. At the same time, difficult market conditions created some issues…
USDA Network Protects Livestock
…USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), says that’s the key role the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN). “That’s a network of over 60 Animal Health diagnostic laboratories….
Two Sides of the EATS Act
…landscape in China. And, they are terrible not only for animals and the environment but also for public health and safety as well. So, we don’t want to see those…
State-Funded Study Recommends Increasing the Mill Assessment
…pests are managed impacts human health and the environment. The department needs effective long-term, stable funding to ensure pest management approaches across the state protect people and the environment and…
USDA Proposal to Strengthen Horse Protection Act
…BY 2.0/Wikipedia image USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks public input on a proposed rule to strengthen Horse Protection Act (HPA) requirements. Announced last week, the proposed…
Comment Deadline Approaching for USDA’s Handling of ToBRFV
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is still accepting feedback on how the agency should address Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV). USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)…
Free Online Training for Phosphorus Management
…properly dispose of or recycle the absorbent materials used to help capture the nutrient in drainage water and runoff. Phosphorus is a critical nutrient for optimal plant growth, health and…
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 08-14-23
…of soil health and comments from the Farm Bill listening session. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. AgNet News Hour: Monday, 08-14-23 Listen…
Study Shows Positive Economic Impact of Soil Health
…The Soil Health Institute (SHI) and the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) announced the results of a nationwide study showing how improving soil health can improve a farmer’s profitability….