…supply and demand balance. A consequence of this is that a nation, region, or individual producer relying on such a crop may suffer low prices should a bumper crop elsewhere…
Biofuel Trade Groups, Companies Commend Senators’ Action
…more than 32,300employees serving customers in more than 160 countries. With a global value chain that includes 428 crop procurement locations, 280 ingredient manufacturing facilities, 39 innovation centers and the…
Collaborative Projects Aim to Aid Salmon
…the project will benefit fish, add to future salmon populations and fit neatly into farming operations and water supply management needs. When completed, the $8.6 million project will capture winter-run…
Sustainable Groundwater Management Planning Grants
…up over one-third of California’s water supply and over one-half of the supply during drought years. When groundwater basins are critically over-drafted, chronically lowered groundwater levels, seawater intrusion, and land…
EPA: $3.3 Million in Funding for Water Reuse and Conservation Research
…associated with water reuse and conservation practices. “Increasing demand for water resources is putting pressure on the finite supply of drinking water in some areas of the United States,” said…
$8.5 Million Awarded to Improve Communities’ Water Sources
…“Access to a sufficient and safe supply of water is critical to our nation’s health and also to our economy, and we must act to protect this precious resource,” said…
Virtual Tour Shows Students Smart Farms
…agriculture including: how technology has transformed the industry, challenges farmers face such as weather and growing conditions, common stereotypes around farmers and ranchers, and market supply and demand. The curriculum…
Funding to Support Implementation of the FDA FSMA Produce Rule
…state and federal efforts to protect the food supply. The funding opportunity is available to all states and U.S. territories and is especially relevant to those states with the largest…
Agri View: Bee Gone
…The consequence of a dying bee population impacts man at the highest levels on our food chain, posing an enormously grave threat to human survival. Since no other single animal…
Conaway on Senate Failure to Advance GMO Labeling Legislation
…access to vital technologies; and our ability to continue to provide the world’s safest, most abundant and affordable food supply will be threatened. “Today does not need to be a…
National Artichoke Hearts Day
…the world. They supply nearly 100% of North American fresh artichokes. How to Observe Try this artichoke hearts recipe: Artichoke Hearts Gratin Use #ArtichokeHeartsDay to post on social media. Ocean…
Fresno’s National Ag Week and Nutrition Month
…in the world. It’s known for its fertile soils, long growing seasons and a developed surface and groundwater supply,” said Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobsen. “In 2014, Fresno…
Three California Organizations for Climate Action Leadership
…California’s water supply. Cisco Systems received the Supply Chain Leadership Award for engaging all suppliers to have strong sustainability programs. The Government Authorities (comprising the Western Riverside Council of Governments,…
Today is National Ag Day
…Vitamin C. The United States provides about one-fourth (25%) of the world’s total supply of fresh peaches. The peach is a member of the rose family and will have a…