…percent of hog production, 65 percent of cotton 65 percent of specialty crops, and 76 percent of dairy products. On the other hand, small family farms accounted for three percent…
Newest Farm Bureau Location Shows Popularity of Urban Ag
…the state’s broad range of crops, both geared toward a non-farming audience. Douglas says the new relationship will also be good for the farming members of CFBF. “I think this…
More Than $203 Million to Support Exports of U.S. Ag Products
…million tranche are accepted until February 2, 2024, encouraging exporters to establish and grow their presence in markets with rising demand for U.S. products. Listen to the report below. Brian…
Navigating Weather Challenges in Almond Orchards: Insights from BASF
…of frost during bloom, Samler underscores the potential impact on almond trees. She explains, “Hard freezes or prolonged cold temperatures not only kill blossoms in the short term but can…
AgNet Weekly: What’s Ahead for Ag in 2024
…news focused on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also traverses…
Almond Update: Global Opportunities for the Almond Industry
…McKalip highlighted record-breaking national agricultural exports in the last three years and pointed out a significant focus on specialty crops. “We have placed a large priority and focus on specialty…
California Chill Report: The Crucial Role of Winter Chill in Fruit and Nut Trees
…trees, such as tree nuts and stone fruit, to cold temperatures during the dormant season. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor, Kat Jarvis-Shean, said that inadequate chill can create a…
USDA Opens Enrollment for ARC and PLC Programs for 2024 Crop Year
…made. Covered commodities eligible for these programs include a range of crops such as barley, corn, soybeans, and wheat. ARC and PLC payments are disbursed the following fall, aiding farmers…
AgNet Weekly: USDA Assistance for Distressed Borrowers
…on political issues. While most agriculture news podcasts focus primarily on Midwest crops, we uniquely understand specialty crops, their regions, and their related industries. AgNet Weekly also traverses the legislative…
Emergency Funding from USDA to Address Fruit Fly Outbreaks
…in susceptible areas across the country. Additionally, funds will be directed towards addressing rising fruit fly outbreaks in Guatemala and Mexico, where APHIS and collaborators maintain a critical buffer against…
California Chill Report: Understanding the Nuances of Cold Temperatures
…those are different temperatures, different experiences.” The chill hours model does not account for varying levels of chill only counting hours below a certain threshold. Warm daytime temperatures can also…
Lawmakers Discuss Pesticide Regulations
…current and future pesticides,” he said. “It will threaten crops, grower incomes, conservation practices, public health, vital infrastructure, and ultimately raise food prices for families amidst record high inflation.” Newhouse…
Changing Climate Means More Pests for Almonds, Peaches, Walnuts
…of three major insect pests – codling moth, peach twig borer and oriental fruit moth — are projected to increase mainly due to rising temperatures. The three pests are “notorious…
AgNet News Hour, Tuesday, 12-12-23
…a grant that supports varroa mite management will also support specialty crops. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina…