A California raw milk farm has issued a recall after state health officials detected bird flu in retail samples. The California Department of Public Health has instructed consumers to avoid…
Public Input Needed on How to Improve Conservation Practice Standards
…process, including: Waste Storage Facility; Brush Management; Herbaceous Weed Treatment; Soil Carbon Amendment; Prescribed Burning; Roofs and Covers; Fuel Break; Wildlife Habitat Planting; Drainage Water Management; Nutrient Management; Feed Management;…
American Agriculture History Minute: Learning Soil Preservation by Crop Rotation
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Early settlers, unfortunately, tended to be careless with the use and care of their soil. This was the case…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 11-21-24
…joined by Jeffrey Shaw, Director of Research at Bee Hero, for a conversation on bee health and new ways to monitor honeybees. Finally, we have today’s Almond Update which features…
USDA Breaks Ground on Advanced Agricultural Research Facility at UC Davis
…collaborative spaces to support scientists investigating plant diseases, genetic resources, soil health, and more. Dr. Simon Liu, ARS Administrator, highlighted the facility as a “nexus for long-term agricultural research and…
Plant Odors Offer Hope for Sustainable Agriculture
…attract beneficial insects. Such insights could reduce reliance on chemical pesticides, benefiting both productivity and environmental health. The study also highlights potential agricultural applications, such as using companion plants like…
CDPR to Begin Reevaluation of Paraquat Dichloride
…the pesticide’s registration in California. Paraquat is widely used to control weeds in many crops. However, concerns have grown around its potential health and environmental risks, particularly its high toxicity….
CDC Urges Increased Testing for H5N1 in Dairy Farm Workers
…spread that could threaten human health. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt Ramsey November 4, 2025 CIR Agriculture Harvester Products November…
Organic Research Field Day Highlights Funding Needs for Climate-Smart Solutions
…focuses on innovative organic and climate-smart farming practices, including cover cropping and soil health management. His work has helped farmers adopt more sustainable practices, increasing resilience and reducing environmental impact….
Xerces Society’s 2023 Efforts Highlight Pollinator and Habitat Protection
…agricultural producers to plant wildflowers, cover crops, and hedgerows, promoting biodiversity and improving soil health. This approach also helps manage pests and supports the resilience of farming operations. Xerces continued…
Cattle Don’t Spread Cheatgrass According to New Study
…cattle graze, they improve soil health for native plants. This study shows that grazing isn’t just practical—it’s essential for land management,” she explained. The study encourages better cooperation between ranchers…
Almond Update: California Almond Board Courts Mexican Bakers with Central Valley Tour
…driven by a rising middle class seeking health-conscious yet indulgent foods. The tour is part of a broader strategy to establish almonds as a premium baking ingredient in Mexico. Sabrina…
Sonoma County Votes Down Animal Containment Measure, Early Results Show
…animal welfare, reduce environmental pollution, and promote public health by limiting large-scale animal confinement. They claimed that CAFOs contribute to water contamination and the spread of diseases. The measure faced…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ethnicity in Early Agriculture
…for example. Each simply carried forward practices from their homeland, but with a lot more land to work with and fertile soil. German farmers, for example, preferred using oxen to…