…organic certification, the availability of pertinent research, and challenges facing the scalability of organic farming. President and CEO of JV Smith Companies, Vic Smith noted that advancements in agricultural technology…
Proactive IPM Projects Tackle Weevils, Leafminers, Midges
…project received almost $350,000 from CDFA, and the California Avocado Commission additionally donated nearly half of that total to the project. Researchers will look at pheromones, natural predators, and identify…
Potential for Using Hemp as Animal Feed
…2018 Farm Bill authorized the production of industrial hemp which should help speed up the process. However, HFC points out that there is still a lack of research into the…
Researchers Fortify Queen of the Forages with Disease Defense
…genetically resistant alfalfa varieties available to farmers. Now, a team of Agricultural Research Service (ARS), University of Minnesota (UM) and Donald Danforth Plant Science Center (DDPSC) scientists is exploring a…
Farm Groups Partner to Help Farmers Manage Stress
…body and the mind.” Research also shows that while farmers experience higher levels of psychological distress and depression than the general population, they are less likely to seek help for…
NCBA Applauds U.S. Senate Introduction of Real MEAT Act
…food labels; • Preserve the Congressional Intent of the Beef Promotion and Research Act; 2. Reinforce Existing Misbranding Provisions to Eliminate Consumer Confusion • FDA has misbranding provisions for false…
San Benito County Farmer Honored for Distinguished Service
…on walnuts alone. He served on the California Walnut Commission and participated in research projects through University of California Cooperative Extension. An experimental walnut variety in the UC Davis collection…
Almond Board Fueling Farm of the Future
…announced an investment of $5.9 million dollars in 85 independent research projects exploring next-generation farming practices. With this commitment, the California almond community has invested $89 million in research since…
Gorgeous Holiday Plants to Brighten Up Your Home
…toxic—if not deadly—to pets and small children. Do your research before bringing plants indoors. I’m Cathy Isom… Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk…
New ARS Strawberry is a ‘Keepsake’
A new strawberry cultivar, Keepsake, is the first resulting from an increased effort by the Agricultural Research Service to develop strawberries with improved shelf life. (USDA/ARS) — A new strawberry…
A Third of 2019 Farm Income Derived from Government Assistance
…afforded to the agricultural industry. According to a report from USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS), net farm income is forecasted at $92.5 billion for 2019, an increase of $8.5 billion…
ASI Applauds EPA Label Approval for Sodium Cyanide
…family.” When the trap is set, only the capsule holder and capsule protrude above ground level. Photograph / Guy Connolly, U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Wildlife Research Center Sodium cyanide…
Choosing and Caring for a Living Christmas Tree
…the house and later moved to a good location outside. Decide beforehand what type of tree you want to get and research evergreens that grow in your area. The National…
Survey Reveals Crucial Data on Fusarium Head Blight
…already been taken by the USDA-ARS led Wheat and Barley Scab Initiative to ensure crop advisors are receiving the latest and best research information on FHB management. Source: USDA/Agricultural Research…