…ARS research units under one roof, aiming to address critical challenges in agriculture, including climate change, water scarcity, and pest management. The two-story ARTC will feature specialized labs, greenhouses, and…
Plant Odors Offer Hope for Sustainable Agriculture
…mint to emit protective VOCs and developing biostimulants to amplify plant-to-plant signaling. However, practical challenges remain, including managing dose responses and preventing allelopathic effects. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet…
USDA Grant Fuels Automation Research for Nursery Growers
DepositPhotos image A $9.8 million grant from the USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is set to address labor challenges in the nursery industry through cutting-edge automation research….
Farm Service Agency Stresses Support for Farmers Amid Disasters
…and drought in California. Ducheneaux acknowledged the challenges ahead, especially for farmers whose high-value crops, like almond and pecan trees, require years to recover after a disaster. “Our safety net…
Almond Update: California Almonds Address Market Access Challenges in Italy
California almonds faced market access challenges in Italy last crop year due to mold inspection concerns. To address these issues, Abhi Kulkarni of the Almond Board of California (ABC) recently…
Cattle Don’t Spread Cheatgrass According to New Study
…cattle digestion makes cheatgrass seeds inert, meaning they can no longer grow into new plants. This discovery challenges the idea that grazing cattle are responsible for spreading this invasive plant…
NRCS Announces $1.5 Billion for Conservation Projects Aimed at Climate Action and Resource Protection
…These partner-driven initiatives aim to address natural resource challenges on agricultural lands, with partners contributing an additional $968 million, amplifying the impact of federal funding. Five of the projects are…
New Legislation Aims to Support Farmers’ Financial Needs for 2024
…FARM Act’s potential support has generated significant discussion in Washington, with many seeing it as a necessary measure to stabilize farm income and support agricultural operations facing economic challenges. The…
USDA Workshop Sets Research Roadmap for Tackling PFAS Challenges in Agriculture
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) recently outlined steps toward addressing Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in agricultural soils and waters. In collaboration…
Wine Industry Faces Challenges Over Tariffs and Distribution Rules
Wine Glasses And Bottle With Grapes And Barrel In Vineyard DepositPhotos image The U.S. wine industry is grappling with challenges stemming from international tariffs and complex distribution laws, both of…
Decline in California Farmland Values Raises Economic Concerns
…compounded by challenges like low crop prices, high operational costs, and increasing SGMA enforcement. These financial pressures make it difficult for farmers to secure necessary loans, pushing some to consider…
Upcoming Almond Conference Tackles Challenges with Unplanted Lands
…alleviate the challenges growers face, from crop rotation to land fallowing and beyond. Roots underscores the importance of offering diverse solutions to match California’s varied agricultural regions: “Rather than just…
Farmers Supporting Monarch Butterflies
…as bees and birds. Challenges remain, including fluctuating weather patterns and changing climates that disrupt the monarchs’ migration. However, government programs such as the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) offer incentives…
Sipcam Agro USA Introduces Liquid Organic Alternative to Compost for Permanent Crops
…present challenges when applied to permanent crops like nut orchards and vineyards. “Compost works best when it’s incorporated into the soil to break down into humic substances,” Phelps said. However,…