…for California’s unique agricultural landscape, which includes a variety of specialty crops. He also stressed the urgent need for improvements in rural healthcare. “The San Joaquin Valley has a real…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-10-25
…the broader implications of wildfires for California’s agricultural sector, detailing the effects on crops, livestock, and water resources. The hosts emphasize the need for better wildfire management and agricultural practices,…
Farmer Sentiment Drifts Lower in December
…October. The expectation for good times extended to both the crop and livestock sectors, with the percentage of respondents expecting good times increasing by 4 points for crops and 5…
Using 3D Technology to Help Farmers with Weed Suppression
Through a Conservation Innovation Grant (CIG), USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) partners are using 3D imagery to map cover crops and weeds with precision, helping farmers make informed decisions on how to control…
CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program Allocates Funding to New Projects
…socially disadvantaged organic growers on soil fertility and irrigation, and establishing a science-based interactive website for nutrient management in organic crops. CDFA’s Fertilizer Research and Education Program Allocates Funding to…
Export Sales Begin 2025 on a Lower Note
…McBride also notes that the early part of the year usually brings a drop in export numbers. This is particularly true for soybeans. He explains that as South America’s crops…
China Approves More GM Crops to Boost Food Security
…website. The approved gene-edited crops include two soybean varieties, and one each of wheat, corn, and rice. China mostly imports GM crops like corn and soybeans for animal feed, while…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-07-25
…availability, benefiting a broad range of crops including corn, cotton, citrus, and specialty crops. The service is currently available in specific geographies like Texas, Arizona, and California, with plans to…
Act Provides $9.8 Billion in Ag Relief, Texas to Benefit the Most
…covered crops. These payments are intended to offset part of the economic loss producers are facing, given the recent drop in crop prices and continuing high production costs. Analysis by…
American Agriculture History Minute: Pushing Across the Appalachians
…in Ohio, American Indian tribes were already growing corn, soybeans, squash, and pumpkins. The Europeans introduced them to other crops such as watermelon. By the early 19th century, Ohio established…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 01-06-25
…discuss the challenges and innovations in growing crops during winter in regions like North Dakota and Minnesota. Key topics include the development of winter-hardy cash cover crops such as winter…
Initiative Offers Year-Round Soil Solutions Nationwide
…researchers, farmers, and industry partners to develop innovative crops that protect the soil and also offer financial incentives. Two examples, winter camelina and domesticated pennycress, are cold-resistant oilseed plants that…
Voices of the Valley: The Connection Between Farming, Food, and Wellness
…bodies and preventing disease to supporting a balanced lifestyle, we discuss how nutrient-rich crops play a crucial role in our well-being with insights from our health and wellness expert, Beth…
American Agriculture History Minute: Ohio Established as a Leader in Crop Production
…corn, soybeans, squash, and pumpkins. The Europeans introduced them to other crops such as watermelon. By the early 19th century, Ohio established itself as one of the nation’s leading states…