…initiative. The other is the implementation of a ‘dual turn’ approach, where containers delivering imports can be directed to an exporter rather than being sent back to port empty. About…
Agronomic Minute: Combatting Orchard Pests
…during hull split. “The moths’ feeding can lead to severely damaged and unusable nuts affecting growers’ bottom line. There’s also peach twig borer,” Driver noted. “Experts recommend scouting for…
Growing Matters: Following Label Directions is the First Part of Protecting Pollinators
…the products.” Listen to Wong’s full interview. This was a message from the BeSure campaign brought to you by the Growing Matters Coalition, an initiative reminding farmers and applicators to…
USDA Makes Earth Day Investment of Nearly $800 Million in Climate-Smart Infrastructure
…communities in rural America. This announcement also furthers the President’s Justice40 Initiative, which commits to delivering at least 40 percent of the benefits from federal climate and clean energy investments…
Growing Matters: IPM Essential for Pollinator Protection
…campaign brought to you by the Growing Matters Coalition, an initiative reminding farmers and applicators to follow stewardship best practices to protect pollinators and other wildlife. Visit growingmatters.org/besure for more…
The California Kitchen: Cuban Style Whole Hog
…LB Pig Split Mojo Sauce Mop 1 C Lemon Juice 1/2 C Melted Butter 1/2 C Minced Garlic 1 Purple Onion Minced 1/2 C Orange Juice 2 OZ Cilantro 1/4…
Growing Matters: Implementing Pollinator Protection Practices
…brought to you by the Growing Matters Coalition, an initiative reminding farmers and applicators to follow stewardship best practices to protect pollinators and other wildlife. Visit growingmatters.org/besure for more information….
DWR Making Investments in Much-Needed Canal Repairs
…million initiative in the California Budget Act of 2021 to improve water conveyance systems. Other canal repairs will be taking place in segments of the Delta-Mendota Canal. The San Luis…
Organic Production Priorities Outlined During Farm Bill Hearing
…Farm bill supported programs such as the Organic Certification Cost-Share Program, Organic Research and Extension Initiative, Organic Data Initiative, have been essential in supporting the organic sector. Batcha expressed appreciation…
Rep. LaMalfa: Budget, Hearings on Climate Change “Won’t Put Food on the Table”
…more than $2.5 trillion in tax hikes to high income earners and large corporations over a decade, on top of the nearly $1.5 trillion of increases included in the House’s…
Technical Assistance Program to Further Expand Processing Capacity
As part of the effort to expand processing capacity, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a new technical assistance initiative. The Meat and Poultry Processing Capacity Technical Assistance…
Agronomic Minute: OpenAg Seeks to Bolster Food System Sustainability
OpenAg is an initiative from UPL that is serving as a unique approach to making holistic improvements to the food system in a variety of ways. The initiative prioritizes creative…
Biden’s 2023 Budget Proposal: Ag and Rural Funds
…agriculture and livestock industries, including $22 million for the Dairy Business Innovation Initiatives. The budget proposes $1 billion to support agricultural producers and landowners to undertake conservation and climate-smart practices…
Exceptionally Dry Conditions Prompt Further Drought Action
…Director Ernest Conant said in a news release. “We all recognize what a difficult year this is going to be for everyone. It’s definitely another roll-up-your-sleeves, all-hands-on-deck water year.” About…