…aim to enhance and establish organic markets, ultimately boosting domestic consumption of organic agricultural products. The projects will deliver information and services to over 20,000 producers and 20,000 buyers, expanding…
Voices of the Valley: Do You Really Know Where Your Food Comes From?
…brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find out more at WGA.com. Sponsored Content Fungicide Resistance Management Minute…
Ag Industry Watching D.C. Budget Battle
…Resolution spending authority that the government is operating under right now expires on January 19th,” he explained. “That first tranche includes critical programs for cattle producers and farmers and ranchers…
NCBA Keeps Close Eye on Proposed USDA Rulemaking
…said. Lane said NCBA believes that competition is important in the marketplace and that producers want a fair environment in which to operate, but that they should be able to…
Propane: Clean Energy Powering the Farm
The conversation around clean energy seems to have no end in sight. Livestock producers and those involved in agriculture know the importance of sustainability and taking care of the environment….
California Poultry Farms Struggling with Avian Flu Outbreaks
California poultry producers are struggling with a severe outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza. The World Organization of Animal Health has reported over 500 million birds lost globally to avian…
More Than $203 Million to Support Exports of U.S. Ag Products
…for small companies, and promotion of various agricultural products. FMD will provide $27 million to 20 trade organizations representing U.S. agricultural producers, focusing on the generic promotion of U.S. commodities….
USDA Reopens Signup for Continuous CRP
…program from the Farm Service Agency provides ag producers and other landowners with conservation opportunities for their land in exchange for yearly rental payments. It also includes the Conservation Reserve…
Voices of the Valley: A Look Ahead to Agriculture’s Biggest Challenges in 2024
…exciting industry. This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the…
Valley Farmers Encouraged to Apply for Conservation Assistance
…in funding available to support things like the installation of groundwater recharge basins and micro-irrigation systems. The Tranquility Irrigation District has $300,000 available to assist producers with efforts featuring micro-irrigation…
Hits to Incentive Programs Expected in the Wake of Budget Deficit
…cutbacks in incentive programs that provide farmers with financial assistance to comply with regulations. Roger Isom, President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Producers Association, said that California farmers face…
Carpophilus Beetle Discoveries Emphasize Importance of Winter Sanitation
…regarding orchard access, availability, and cost of equipment and labor, Wilson recommends producers and pest control advisers thoroughly gather and destroy the mummy nuts. “If you’re flail mowing, you may even…
California Chill Report: Solutions for Growers Facing Chill Shortages
…for growers. However, research is showing that nut producers have some options available to them to help with a lack of chill hours. “UC has been diligently engaged, and several…
Artificial Intelligence Holds Potential for Farmers, But Challenges Remain
…overwhelming for producers to understand which aspects of that data are valuable to their operation. The need for actionable data, information that will lead the farmer to make a change in…