…also for water supply.” DWR will be conducting a manual snow survey on February 1 and will be reassessing hydrological conditions each month with additional surveys through the spring. About…
State Unveils Roadmap for Reducing Pesticide Use
…in the roadmap. However, the implementation of these recommendations will ensure an abundant and healthful food supply, protect our natural resources, and create healthy, resilient communities.” The Roadmap was developed…
Week in Review: Strawberries Hit Hard by Storms & Cotton Plantings May Be Tempered
…rule is reported to establish additional requirements to help strengthen the integrity of the organic supply chain. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines every week….
SHIP IT Act Seeks to Address Trucking Supply Chain Challenges
…overcoming supply chain challenges. “The legislation would bring the U.S. supply chain into the 21st century to meet the needs of shippers, reduce regulatory burdens that cost shippers millions…
Additional Dairy Assistance Coming From USDA
…help with anticipated marketing costs as they face a variety of challenges from weather to supply-chain challenges.” The new ODMAP is aimed at helping the organic sector, which has encountered…
New Organic Rules Finally Released by USDA
…process undertaken by USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP). The final rule is reported to establish additional requirements to help strengthen the integrity of the organic supply chain. “Protecting and growing…
Culver’s Thank You Farmers® Project Donations Surpass $4 Million
Millions of dollars in donations for agriculture from a restaurant chain. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Culver’s Thank You Farmers Project has now eclipsed $4 million raised…
Grocery Merger Raises Red Flags for Produce Groups
…for the entire food supply chain. Most notably, the merger would be harmful to fresh produce suppliers. The organizations recently submitted a letter to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina…
Lawmakers Calling for Better California Water Management
…water supply purposes at a time of abundant flows,” the letter states. “We need to develop our infrastructure to be prepared for when the next intense storm event comes.” About…
Farm Bureau Names 2023 Farm Dog of the Year
…donated prizes for the contest again this year. This included $5,000 in prize money, a trophy plate, a year’s supply of Pro-Plan dog food and other Purina products for Tough….
Potential for Continued Drought Impacts Despite Flood Emergency
…a drought and flood emergency. California Department of Water Resources Director Karla Nemeth said that despite the storm systems, there is still a lot of variability in water supply conditions….
USDA Providing Additional Farmer Support Through a Variety of Programs
…Expansion Program. The investment is part of a broader effort to promote competition and strengthen the overall food supply chain. USDA is also announcing two new programs to provide further…
Sites Reservoir Receives More Funding as California Experiences Substantial Rainstorms
…“Sites will help ensure California has a reliable water supply in the face of prolonged drought uncertainty.” The reservoir project will increase water storage capacity in the state by 1.5…
Almond Update: Production Trends Could Bring Equilibrium to The Market
…supply that was then met with overwhelming logistical challenges. Shipping delays and an overall tumultuous supply chain that came about as a result of COVID took its toll on demand….