…a grant that supports varroa mite management will also support specialty crops. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina…
Good Farming Practices Updated by USDA
…conservation practices approved by Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) without affecting crop insurance coverage. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) updated the Good Farming Practices Handbook to align more with overall…
Mating Disruption Incentives Made Possible Through CDFA
…the state’s new pest management strategy, “Accelerating Sustainable Pest Management: A Roadmap for California,” emphasizing a comprehensive approach promoting human health, resilient ecosystems, and economic viability in agricultural production. Navel…
No Current ‘Spin-off’ Plans for Bayer
…everything was at. Boydston said Anderson is currently working on implementing a new management structure. “He’s dedicated to getting that through the process, and then likely reevaluating things then,” Boydston…
Almond Update: Actionable Information for Growers at The Almond Conference
…also moderating a panel on adapting management practices amidst current industry challenges. “We’re going to be exploring the pros and cons of things that have worked and may not have…
Almond Matters: Early Planning Crucial with Another Wet Winter Forecasted
…posed difficulties for weed control that resulted in the emergence of larger and tougher weeds. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said an appropriate preemergent program is…
California Awards Nearly $35 Million to Address Livestock Emissions
…awarded through CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation and the California Dairy Research Foundation. Grants through the Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) totaling $21.41 million have been awarded to…
2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey Underway
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has initiated the 2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey by mailing survey codes to selected irrigators nationwide, encouraging online responses to compile a…
Disappointment in USMCA Panel Ruling on Canadian Dairy Policy
…supply management system that limits domestic production to protect farmers. USTR Katherine Tai also expressed dissatisfaction with the panel’s decision, highlighting ongoing concerns about Canada’s implementation of dairy market access…
Consider Composting for Holiday Leftovers
…bin or tumbler, said Penn. Hot composting will yield the fastest rate of composting and best control of weed seed and plant pathogens. Hot composting is also the most intensive…
Climate-Smart Ag Incentives Available to Growers
…data collection no more than twice a year.” The practices include short-season cover crops, nutrient management, residue and tillage management, alley cropping, water management, as well as soil amendments and…
Sites Reservoir Project Moving Forward After Environmental Review
In a noteworthy development for California’s water management, the Sites Project Authority, functioning as the lead agency under the California Environmental Quality Act, has officially certified the Final Environmental Impact…
Census of Agriculture Report to Be Released February 13
…account for nonresponse, under-coverage, and misclassification, ultimately producing accurate data down to the county level. Two special studies, the 2023 Census of Aquaculture and the 2023 Irrigation and Water Management…
Nearly $28 Million Investment to Support Beginning Farmers
…professional development activities addressing crucial aspects such as capital management, land acquisition, and effective business and farming practices. The NIFA’s BFRDP allocates funds to three types of projects: Standard Projects,…