DepositPhotos image Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could drive significant growth in the U.S. biofuels sector, but the industry’s success will depend on favorable market and regulatory conditions. Agricultural feedstocks are…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-08-24
…several names being mentioned as possible Secretary of Agriculture in the new Trump Administration. Sabrina Halvorson talks with USDA Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Jenny Lester Moffitt, about opportunities…
Election Results Set the Stage for New Priorities in Agriculture
…direction. This shift is likely to bring fresh Republican perspectives to agricultural policy, aligning more closely with rural and cattle industry interests. One pressing area is regulatory overreach. Lane mentioned…
Wine Industry Faces Challenges Over Tariffs and Distribution Rules
…other industries where companies can directly import and sell goods, wine sellers cannot bypass this chain. The three-tier system aims to prevent monopolies and ensure regulatory oversight, but it also…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
…critical topic, registration for the conference and additional information on the agenda are available at almonds.com/conference. By exploring innovative land-use strategies, the Almond Conference aims to support growers through complex regulatory…
Automation at FIRA Tackles Labor Challenges in Agriculture
…significant increase in regulatory costs for California farmers. From 2005 to 2017, these costs rose from $109 per acre to $977 per acre due to food safety regulations, labor laws,…
FSA Updates Loan Assistance Tool to Support Lenders
…and manage loans while relying on FSA’s guarantee as a safety net. Lenders participating in the program must meet eligibility requirements, including regulatory oversight and experience in agricultural lending. Four…
Purdue Expert Shares Sales Strategies for Agricultural Professionals at CA Conference
…and complex regulatory environment, offers valuable lessons for the broader agricultural community. As he pointed out, issues such as labor and water challenges in California are becoming more common across…
California Releases 2023 Air Monitoring Report on Pesticide Levels
…regulatory targets. DPR operates four air monitoring stations in high pesticide-use areas: Oxnard, Santa Maria, Shafter, and Watsonville. These stations collect weekly samples, testing for 40 pesticides. In 2023, 95%…
CAAA: Advocating for Agricultural Pilots Amid Increasing Challenges
…lobbying efforts, which, Stoss said, have become increasingly crucial as California’s regulatory environment grows more complex. The association works closely with legal experts to ensure that legislators understand the unique…
State Water Board Approves Rate Hikes for 2024-25, Impacting Farmers and Groundwater Recharge Projects
…Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program will increase by 5.3% to 5.5%. Although the fee hikes aim to fund critical water management initiatives, there is concern that rising costs could pose financial…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 10-08-24
…goals to expand aquaculture in U.S. federal waters. Winters highlights NOAA’s National Seafood Strategy Implementation Plan, focusing on improving U.S. aquaculture through regulatory and legislative support for offshore operations. Listen…
USDA Seeks U.S. Food Producers for Virtual Trade Event
…meetings with Canadian buyers, an overview of the Canadian market, and educational sessions on USDA resources and regulatory compliance. Selected participants will receive personalized guidance to identify their brand’s unique…
Potential Changes from Overturning the Chevron Doctrine
…the ongoing discussions about regulatory changes. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes in agriculture. She primarily…