…what resources farmers may need to further protect the soil, water and related resources in their area,” NASS Pacific Regional Director Gary R. Keough said in a press release. NASS…
Lawsuits Against BLM Public Lands Rule
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the Public Lands Council have filed a lawsuit against the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) over its “Conservation and Landscape Health” rule. They argue…
Almond Update: Prioritizing Nutrient Efficiency for Long-Term Success
…Staying on schedule with precision plant nutrition can help to ensure trees receive the right nutrients at the right time to prevent deficiencies and promote healthy growth. Palomino also said…
USDA Nutrition Hubs
…develop strategies for better health outcomes through improved nutrition. “We look at the relationship that we have with the USDA Nutrition Hub and we’re going to work to define a…
USDA Invests $4.5 Million to Build Network of Nutrition Hubs
…USDA’s broader efforts to enhance nutrition and diet-related health outcomes by offering personalized nutrition guidance and fostering research and education opportunities. This initiative is part of USDA’s broader effort, highlighted…
MSOB: Biostimulants Can Help Plants Better Adapt to Stress
…the world, Acadian Plant Health is an international leader in sustainable, science-based biological solutions for high-value as well as broad-acre crops. For more information about their biostimulant technology, visit AcadianPlantHealth-na.com….
Bringing Growers Together to Advocate for Crop Protection Solutions
…been a roadblock,” said Morgan. While biologicals present an opportunity for the development of new tools for growers, there are still a lot of questions. Impacts on water and soil…
Labor Bill Passes Appropriations
…of Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education. “The bill puts workers first by ensuring businesses can stay open. We protect farmers from a Labor Department determined to close small…
Wildfire Smoke a Risk to Crews in the Field
…which includes health impacts of smoke inhalation, the right to obtain medical treatment, and steps to protect oneself in poor working conditions. Should the AQI exceed 500, N-95 respirators are…
Moderna to Develop Human H5N1 Vaccine
…funding from the Department of Health and Human Services to develop a human vaccine against Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI). The grant follows outbreaks of the virus in dairy cattle…
Collaboration Between Industry and Researchers at the Heart of the Salinas Biological Summit
…natural materials that support farm management, especially surrounding pests, soil biodiversity, and plant health. The Salinas Biological Summit saw an increase in the number of attendees compared to the 2023…
Funding Available for Composting Projects
Funds available for composting projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Compost and composted soil as a composting pile of rotting food scraps turning into organic fertilizer. Image…
Almond Update: Significant Market Potential for Almonds in Turkey
…to be more aggressive in the future, providing technical assistance to Turkish importers and processors, and eventually educating Turkish consumers about the health benefits of eating almonds,” Schneller explained. “We…
Water, Rest, and Shade are Key to Heat Illness Prevention Plans
…that tailgate trainings are performed in the mornings prior to the start of the shift, which include briefings on the symptoms of heat illness. AgSafe provides health and safety trainings…