…prompt shifts in the development of new materials. “With less innovation and more regulatory challenges, you have more space that is being made for these new approaches, these new biocontrols…
New Drought Mitigation Funding Announced
…increase water conservation and improve overall water efficiency. It will be managed by the Bureau of Reclamation. “The prolonged drought afflicting the West is one of the most significant challenges…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 10-12-22
…development of bio having regulatory benefits but also facing challenges, and growers battling resistance in alfalfa weevil management. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and…
Mushrooms Gaining Popularity
…chain problems and labor shortages are major challenges for this market. This labor shortage existed prior to 2020, which the pandemic shutdown has compounded. The US food supply chain challenges…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 10-07-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers an upcoming low-cost food safety training opportunity, considerations and challenges for going organic…
Industry Engagement Sought for Farm Labor Stabilization Grant Program
…agricultural employer organizations is scheduled for Wednesday, September 28. Discussions will focus on the challenges that employers are facing with acquiring a stable workforce and labor standards to help improve…
Federal Order Proves Valuable for California Dairy Farmers
…of California dairy farmers.” Experiences will vary for producers, depending on the month and whether they are predominantly shipping to cheese plants or butter powder. However, Vanden Heuvel notes that…
Almond Update: Keeping Almonds the Most Popular Nut in Food Products
…visitors to taste sparked unique conversations about the challenges and the need of today’s food manufacturers. It really allows ABC to highlight how almonds can be a solution. That’s the…
Heatwave Causes Concern for Later Season Pumpkins
…enough for solid crop development. Van Groningen said they began harvesting around August 22, with the vast majority of their 45 varieties already in the harvesting process. Shipping to retail…
Ag Groups Raise Concern Over Damage A Railroad Strike Would Have
…reach an agreement. “Leaders around the world are already concerned about food shortages and famine due to drought and geopolitical challenges, such as the invasion of Ukraine, which accounts for…
Specialty Crop Priorities for 2023 Farm Bill
…breakthroughs, technological innovation, and data-enabled decision-making will ensure the industry is able to adapt to new and existing challenges. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet…
‘Very Pleased’ with Overall California Avocado Season
…has been harvested. Interim CAC President, Ken Melban said that it has been a good year despite some of the challenges growers have faced. “We were very pleased with the…
White House Announces Hunger Conference for September
…the U.S. Lack of access to healthy and affordable foods is one of many factors impacting hunger and diet-related diseases. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated these challenges further. The Conference…
Prioritizing Harvester Sanitation to Limit Spread of Pests and Disease
…and distributors, many of the PCA groups, and so on.” One of the challenges that will need to be overcome to achieve effective harvester sanitation throughout the industry is timing….