…directs renewable energy use in the state’s power sector. ETF emphasized the need for Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), also known as renewable diesel, to be distinctly recognized in these standards…
Sonoma County Votes Down Animal Containment Measure, Early Results Show
…farms and the broader agricultural community. They emphasized that Sonoma County farms adhere to strict animal welfare and environmental standards, and that Measure J could harm both small and large…
State Water Board Approves Rate Hikes for 2024-25, Impacting Farmers and Groundwater Recharge Projects
…According to the California Farm Bureau, the new rates, adopted on September 18, will see increased fees for temporary 180-day and five-year high-flow diversion permits, which some agricultural advocates argue…
Navigating the Future of Hemp in Livestock Feed
…slow but crucial. While some products have received approval, he said the industry must proceed cautiously to ensure food safety standards are maintained. Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media,…
Organic Farming Takes Center Stage at NYC Climate Week
…cooperative of organic farmers and so our practices and our cooperative really abide by organic standards,” he said. “We’re putting a lot of energy into helping our farmers even get…
Strong Start for Mexican Avocado Season
…the year has been impacted by “stricter dry matter standards and wetter conditions” over the summer months. The report says in Michoacan, growers are less than 40 percent through the…
Comment Period Closes Sept 30 for National Organic Standards Board Meeting
By lola19/DepositPhotos image The National Organic Standards Board is set to meet in Portland, Oregon from October 22nd through 24th to discuss changes to the National List of Allowed and…
Updated Guidelines for Claims on Meat and Poultry Labels
…will take enforcement action against companies that fail to meet the standards. Brian German Ag News Director / AgNet West Twitter LinkedIn Facebook Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection…
Celebrating Back to School Meals
…for school meals in this new school year and beyond.” Earlier this year, USDA announced updated nutrition standards, which include changes that provide schools more options to successfully plan and prepare…
Restraining Order Against the State Water Resources Control Board Extended
…until September 13, 2024. The State Water Board had placed the subbasin on probation in April due to an inadequate groundwater management plan, which included requirements for well registration, flow…
Almond Update: Ag Business Approaches to Overcome Challenges
…that while almond harvest fortunately does not require as much labor as other crops, there is still risk related to increasing wages and OSHA standards. Diversification has helped Athwal mitigate…
CA Prop Causing Nationwide Issues
…maybe conflict with the current standards set by California for their market, that could be even more expensive and challenging.” Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson…
EPA to Assess Potential Pesticide Exposure Earlier in the Review Process
…new active ingredients, new uses, amended uses, and pending registrations. The goal is to ensure consistent safety standards for both new and existing materials as part of the ongoing effort…
Week in Review: More Water for CVP Contractors & Mixed Results for Nut Shipments
…with almond shipments increasing and decrease in pistachio shipments. Several industry groups have filed lawsuits against the EPA over its finalized emissions standards for heavy-duty and light- to medium-duty vehicles….