Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. It is National Farmworker Safety Week with Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papgani “The AgMeter.” A special feature on farmworker emergencies…
CDFA and UC-ANR to Conduct Regional Pre-Harvest Water Assessment Workshops
…to the Produce Safety Rule. These workshops, led by CDFA inspectors and UC/ANR staff, will cover water assessment requirements and offer Q&A sessions. CDFA and UC-ANR to Conduct Regional Pre-Harvest…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-20-25
…no increased risk to food safety or worker injuries. However, the Retail, Wholesale, and Department Store Union opposes it, fearing higher injury rates. The USDA will update regulations to ensure…
Farm Groups Call for Science-Based Decisions on Key Ag Products
…food costs and force the U.S. to rely on foreign imports that may not meet the same safety standards. Caleb Ragland, president of the American Soybean Association and a Kentucky…
USDA Unveils Blueprint to Combat the Avian Influenza Outbreak
…and decreasing exports, if applicable, to supplement the domestic supply, subject to safety reviews. USDA will evaluate international best practices in egg production and safety to determine any opportunities to…
GrubMarket Acquired Bay City Produce
…and food safety standards, and deep expertise in custom produce processing. In 2006, the company expanded into a 55,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility, significantly enhancing its ability to process fresh…
Almond Board of California Board of Directors Elections has Commenced
…The ABC board sets policy and recommends budgets in major areas, including marketing, production research, public relations and advertising, nutrition research, statistical reporting, quality control and food safety. Serving on…
Farm Leaders Call for Stronger Farm Bill, Risk Management at Senate Ag Hearing
…safety net against unpredictable market fluctuations and natural disasters. He urged lawmakers to ensure that risk management tools are accessible to all farmers, regardless of size, production method, or commodity…
Agronomic Minute: UPL Highlights Benefits of Axios Fungicide for Almond Growers
…grants this designation to products that pose lower risks to human health and the environment compared to older conventional pesticides. This means improved safety for workers handling the product and…
Almond Update: Almond Board Secures Additional Funding to Boost Global Market Development
…safety, and statistical reporting. By securing external funding like RAPP, ABC is able to stretch grower contributions further, ensuring that core priorities remain funded while also expanding global market development…
Cattle and Bison Imports from Mexico Resume
…New World Screwworm detection in southern Mexico. A comprehensive pre-clearance, inspection, and treatment protocol has been established to ensure the safety of these imports. Cattle and Bison Imports from Mexico…
NASDA Sets Federal Policy Priorities for 2025
…livestock. Finally, NASDA is pushing for increased federal funding for state cooperative agreements. These programs help coordinate regulatory efforts between state and federal agencies, particularly in food safety, meat and…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-23-25
…safety manager at Del Rio Nut Company, discusses the challenges California almond growers face. She highlights the importance of balancing chill hours, the impact of extreme weather, and the need…