…2018, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) identified regenerative agricultural practices as a means of sequestering atmospheric carbon. These practices improve soil health, which can capture and store carbon…
Organic Farming Takes Center Stage at NYC Climate Week
…we do see a meaningful benefit to not only the environment around the farm, but also with the soil health overall.” He also spoke on getting more local products into…
Western Region CCA Announces CCA of the Year & Award Recipients
…advocate for agricultural practices that are advantageous for both farmers and the environment. Niederholzer is a native Californian, a UC Davis graduate in soil science, and since 2002, an Orchard…
NIFA Investing $17.6 Million to Advance the Health and Welfare of Agriculture Animals
By Digifuture/DepositPhotos image The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is investing $17.6 million to fund research aimed at protecting the health and welfare of farm animals. The…
Nearly $2 Million Available to Support Sustainable Pest Management
…aim to support innovative pest management practices that are safer for human health, environmentally friendly, and economically viable. The program emphasizes projects that help underserved communities, reduce the use of…
Opposing Views of USDA September Net Farm Income Report
…Spiro Stafanou, says despite a forecast calling for lower farm incomes this year, the financial health of the farm sector is still strong. “It comes to the balance sheet for…
California Officials Enforcing EPA Order Banning Dacthal
…citing serious health risks associated with the material. The ban, effective immediately, is being enforced by the California Agricultural Commissioners and Sealers Association (CACASA), who have quickly informed local farmers…
New Report Released on Delta Drought Response Pilot Program
…were inconsistent, especially in low-elevation areas, while higher elevations showed more potential. Factors like crop type, soil, and local flooding also influenced results. The report suggests that future water conservation…
North American Cattle Leaders Hold Joint Meeting
…“In addition to discussing international trade and animal health concerns, we’re also standing together to push back against lab-grown proteins.” The next meeting will be in San Antonio, Texas, in…
Almond Update: Ag Business Approaches to Overcome Challenges
…Athwal. “How do we do recharge? How do we bring in soil moisture monitoring? How do we bring in Dendrometers? How do we take advantage of grants at the state…
Quarantines Updated for Invasive Pests and Diseases
…and agricultural commissioners in both counties,” CDFA’s Plant Health and Pest Prevention Services Division Director, Victoria Hornbaker said in a press release. “Through this coordination, we’re incredibly proud to have…
DPR Grants $2.6 Million to Support Sustainable Pest Management Options
…and almond hulls to control soil pests. A project awarded $401,090 in funding is set to explore using walnut compounds to manage soil nematodes in orchards. On the Alliance Grants…
Watermelon Production Progressing Well Despite Rough Start
Bryan Van Groningen, Vice-President of Crops and Soils at Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated, shared insight into the company’s watermelon production this year. Typically planted in March, the cool, wet…
Federal Food Administration Act Seeks to Reorganize Food Safety Oversight
…a new agency focused on food safety. This agency would be called the Federal Food Administration and would be established within the Department of Health and Human Services The agency…