…taken full advantage of the available assistance.” The cooperative agreements are to support projects that increase access and participation in FSA programs by socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers. Cooperative agreements…
AB 125 Receiving Support from Multiple Farm Groups
…workers and enhancing food processing and market infrastructure. The legislation includes $477 million for the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). Funding would support grants for farmers and ranchers…
AB 434 Looks to Mitigate California Wildfires Through Better Grazing Access
…agencies to issue long-term grazing leases for ranchers. The Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Department of Parks and Recreation, and the State Lands Commission would be allowed to lease…
Week in Review: Dismal Snowpack Reflects Drought Conditions, More COVID Relief Coming
…further support farmers and ranchers. The risks involved with the California water futures market may outweigh the potential benefits for the agricultural community. A new report details the critical importance…
Latest COVID Relief Package to Benefit Cotton Producers
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced additional coronavirus relief is on the way for farmers and ranchers. Additional aid will be provided through the existing Coronavirus Food Assistance…
New Report Shows Need for Agricultural Research Investment
…agricultural research will also be necessary for keeping American farmers and ranchers competitive. Public investment in Brazil has helped the country surpass the U.S. in becoming the world’s largest supplier…
Ag Groups Concerned About Mexico’s Trade Actions
…imports and to undercut prices in the U.S. puts America’s farmers and ranchers at a competitive disadvantage.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored…
Pandemic Assistance for Producers Initiative to Provide More COVID-19 Relief
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled the Pandemic Assistance for Producers program to further support farmers and ranchers. After a review of previous relief programs, USDA identified areas…
The Western View: Colorado Governor, Activists Target Livestock Producers
…chicken, and hog ranches in the state. The proposed law would require ranchers to keep animals alive well past the age they usually go to slaughter, which would destroy the…
USDA Seeks Comment on Climate-Smart Agriculture Approach
…farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners. Industry members will have until April 30 to provide input on federal climate strategy. The effort is a continuation of President Joe Biden’s Executive Order…
Recognizing the Importance of Farmers on National Ag Day
National Agriculture Day serves as a time to acknowledge and celebrate the essential work that farmers and ranchers perform. Initially beginning in 1973 with the formation of the Agriculture Council…
Secretary Vilsack Declares Drought Conditions in California
…all areas of California are now considered natural disaster areas due to drought. The designation from Secretary Vilsack means that farmers and ranchers are considered eligible for assistance programs through…
USDA Makes Additional Funding Available for Value-Added Produce Grant Program
…Appropriations Act of 2021. The grant funding is intended to support farmers and ranchers that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. With another $35 million dollars in additional funding…
Understanding the California Water Futures Market
…an agreed-upon cost for water, in the event the price increases. Supporters of the futures market have described it as being a tool for farmers and ranchers to use as…