DepositPhotos image USDA has announced plans to establish a national voluntary livestock improvement program with plans to launch a public comment period through the end of the month. National Voluntary…
Record Investment in Private Lands Conservation in 2024
DepositPhotos image In Fiscal year 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) supported more than 23,000 climate-focused conservation contracts funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. Those investments covered over 11…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-30-24
…repercussions if Mexico does not comply. The conversation also covers the nominations of Brooke Rollins and Stephen Vaden for key USDA positions under President Elect Trump, highlighting their qualifications and…
Details from 2023 Census of Aquaculture
DepositPhotos image USDA recently released its latest edition of its Census of Aquaculture, with data on how much this industry has grown over a five-year period. 2023 Census of AquacultureDownload…
Walnuts Declared “Healthy” Under New FDA Definition
…primarily made up of polyunsaturated fat, including omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid (ALA). Walnuts are the only tree nut offering an excellent source of omega-3 ALA. Additionally, the USDA’s Food and Nutrition…
American Agriculture History Minute: Women’s Progression in Agriculture
…They’ve led USDA and have taken over farms when their husbands pass away. That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next time….
California Walnut Commission Receives $7 Million to Boost Global Exports
…family-owned farms spanning several generations—and about 70 handlers, has long relied on the USDA’s Market Access Program (MAP) to grow its global reach. According to the commission, the new RAPP…
American Seed Trade Association Receives $1 Million to Expand Global Markets
DepositPhotos image The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) announced it has received $1 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) grants….
U. S. Fresh Pear Production at the Lowest Level since 1967-68
DepositPhotos image According to a report from USDA, the U .S. fresh pear industry is set to face a historic downturn in the 2024-25 season, with production and exports forecast…
Despite Lag in Bulk Exports, High-Value U.S. Ag Products Surge
…running about eight percent below a year ago. However, that’s only for bulk products. USDA economist Bart Kenner says it’s a different story for high-value export products, like meat and…
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced a new partnership with the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) to fund projects that strengthen…
Florida’s Smallest Orange Crop in Almost 100 Years?
Shutterstock image USDA’s look at U.S. orange production puts a spotlight on the Sunshine State where significant production decreased are noted. Rod Bain reports. Florida’s Smallest Orange Crop in Almost…
Natural Disaster Costs to California Agriculture
…in product formulation software and regulatory compliance for the food and beverage industry, conducted an in-depth analysis of the latest data from the U .S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and…
Almond Update: Conference Session Highlights Post-Harvest IPM
…only as needed. Dr. Spencer Walse from USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) explored fumigation methods for both incoming stockpiles and stored products. He emphasized choosing treatments based on specific pest…