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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. California almonds had some market access issues in Italy this last crop year around mold inspections. The Almond Board of ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) is set to begin a reevaluation of paraquat dichloride, a powerful herbicide, in response to new state law AB 1963. The law, which ...
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is calling for expanded testing of dairy farm employees after a recent study showed possible H5N1 bird flu infections among workers who ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. As settlers moved west across the Mississippi River, great expansion continued. Early farmers planted crops that supplied their families and livestock ...
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The Salton Sea Management Program (SSMP) announced the expansion of its Species Conservation Habitat (SCH) Project at the south end of the Salton Sea, aimed at supporting regional air quality ...
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Speculation has already begun on who the next Secretary of Agriculture will be when Donald Trump returns to the White House in January. Successful Farming says Texas Ag Commissioner Sid ...
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The USDA has allocated $85 million in grants to strengthen organic markets nationwide, with California avocado farmers among the notable recipients. This funding is part of the USDA’s Organic Market ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. By the 1850s, the migration to the Midwest had become a great wave. Families camped at the Mississippi River, waiting their ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. As we continue with NAFB week, we’re joined by farm broadcaster from Surprise, Nebraska, Susan Littlefield, who talks about the ...
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The USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California has announced federal assistance opportunities for agricultural producers for Fiscal Year 2025. While applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) ...
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While the election is now behind us, the future of the long-awaited Farm Bill remains in question. Farmers and ranchers have been waiting for the reauthorization of the bill for ...
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The Engine Technology Forum (ETF) has called on California’s energy and environmental agencies to recognize renewable biodiesel and renewable diesel as essential decarbonization tools. ETF made its case as the ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Office of Farm to Fork (CDFA-F2F) has announced that proposals are now open for the 2025 California Nutrition Incentive Program (CNIP) Expansion. This ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. In 1873, Fred Hatch, a farmer from Illinois, built what is believed to be America’s first variation of the modern silo, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we’re joined by farm broadcaster from Indiana, C.J. Miller who talks about his role as Assistant News ...
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Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) could drive significant growth in the U.S. biofuels sector, but the industry’s success will depend on favorable market and regulatory conditions. Agricultural feedstocks are expected to ...
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The Organic Farming Research Foundation (OFRF) recently hosted Representatives Zoe Lofgren and Jimmy Panetta for a field day at the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) Salinas station. The event showcased ...
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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) is now accepting applications for direct loss compensation under the Wolf-Livestock Compensation Program (WLCP). Livestock producers who have experienced confirmed or probable ...
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The Xerces Society’s 2023 Annual Report outlines the organization’s ongoing work to protect pollinators and improve habitat conservation. With a focus on supporting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, Xerces ...
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I’m Mark Oppel with an American Agriculture History Minute. As grain production grew in the mid -1800s, it became evident farmers could not use all the crops they grew and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show CJ Miller talks with Kip Tom, the Co-Chair of “Farmers and Ranchers for Trump” and one of ...
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A recent study from the University of Nevada-Reno reveals that cattle aren’t spreading cheatgrass seeds through grazing, contrary to what many believed. The study shows that cattle digestion makes cheatgrass ...
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Recent rains are bringing hope to some wheat growers. Gary Crawford has more.
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It’s a story that California ranchers know too well, devastation caused by wildfire. This time, it’s ranchers in North Dakota who were hit and now need an assist from fellow ...
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A USDA website centered on comprehensive food composition data was recently updated, providing additional resources to nutritionists, researchers, and consumers. Kyle McKillop of the Economic Research Service tells us more about ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Today’s guest in Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, who joins us to ...
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The Almond Board of California recently hosted a tour in the Central Valley, targeting the Mexican baking industry to showcase the potential of almonds in sweet baked goods. This event ...
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The U.S. Census Bureau’s latest report, Poverty in the United States: 2023, highlights a significant trend: in 46 states and the District of Columbia, the child Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced a landmark $1.5 billion investment in 92 conservation projects under the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). These partner-driven ...
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I’m Mark Opel with an American Agriculture History Minute. As American agriculture expanded, farmers continued to make improvements in their production of grain, and by the late 1880s, 1890s, attention ...
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The outcome of the 2024 General Election is set to bring significant changes to the agricultural landscape, according to at least one expert. With Donald Trump returning to the presidency, ...
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Note: As of the time of this posting, this race is not yet called. However, the results are trending significantly toward the measure failing. To view live election results, visit ...
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Farmer sentiment surged in October, according to the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. The index rose 27 points from September to reach 115, driven by improved expectations for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Today we’re taking a break from election news and learning about some tools for the farm that you may not ...
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The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) has awarded a $149,662 Rapid Outcomes from Agricultural Research (ROAR) grant to the University of California, Davis (UC Davis) to tackle a ...
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The Farm Assistance and Revenue Mitigation (FARM) Act, introduced last month and supported by over 40 members of Congress, seeks to address immediate financial needs in the farming community. Endorsed ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. The U.S. economy was still primarily agriculturally based in the early 19th century. Westward expansion continues, including the Louisiana Purchase, plus ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Today’s guest is Brian Winnekins, the reporter who has led the charge on the Pure Prairie Poultry story. He gives ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Research Service (ARS) recently outlined steps toward addressing Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination in agricultural soils and waters. In collaboration with the ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded over $33.5 million to strengthen local food systems and expand the availability of locally grown products across the United States. This funding, ...
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What are the chances of food shoppers seeing a year of food price deflation? Gary Crawford tells us.
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As cases of H5N1 grow in dairy herds around the nation, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack gives us a breakdown of how USDA testing of milk samples for potential H5N1 virus ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. George Washington had a complicated relationship with slavery during his lifetime. He controlled a cumulative total of over 577 slaves forced ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we learn more about how California Governor Gavin Newsom’s directive to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) ...
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California, responsible for about 90% of the nation’s fresh strawberries, faces a significant threat from a new strain of the Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. fragariae (Fof) fungus. The pathogen endangers ...
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The Agriculture Secretary Thursday provided more information on the case of a backyard swine in Oregon testing positive for a strain of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. Rod Bain has more.
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The final U.S. Drought Monitor for October 2024 shows record or near-record drought coverage in the lower 48 states. Rod Bain has more.
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World Food Prize week in Iowa culminated in Thursday award of what is considered the “Nobel Prize of Agriculture” to two advocates of plant genetic diversity and global seed banks. ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Before 1720, most colonists in the mid-Atlantic region worked in small-scale farming operations and they paid for imported manufacturing goods by ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we have a preview of the AgGateway Annual Conference that will be starting November 11th in Austin. ...
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The U.S. wine industry is grappling with challenges stemming from international tariffs and complex distribution laws, both of which impact the market for domestic and imported wines. Ben Aneff, President ...
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The California Farm Bureau reports a significant decline in San Joaquin Valley land values, attributed primarily to the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). SGMA restricts groundwater pumping, which has hit ...
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Avian Influenza is in the news once again. Gary Crawford reports.
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Ethnicity made a difference in early American agriculture. German immigrants brought different practices and traditions to the New World than English, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, we discuss the impact of Hurricane Helene on agriculture. We hear from both the Tennessee state agriculture ...
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The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) and the USDA Forest Service have announced nearly $31 million in grant funds through the 2024 Inflation Reduction Act. These ...
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California olive growers now have access to the state’s first comprehensive guide on producing high-quality olive oil. Published by University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR), the “Olive ...
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At the World Dairy Expo, dairy farmers and industry representatives gathered to discuss innovations in dairy, with a focus on increasing the use of dairy products in everyday items. Randy ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule to restore the 2015 Application Exclusion Zone (AEZ) requirements under the Agricultural Worker Protection Standard (WPS). This rule strengthens protections ...
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With the expiration of the extension of the 2018 Farm Bill, U.S. farmers and ranchers could already be feeling the impact. Key programs supporting agriculture have been disrupted, and uncertainty ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. The first settlers in Plymouth Colony primarily planted barley and peas brought with them from England. But soon their most important ...
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USDA Undersecretary Robert Bonnie discusses the support and aid available from the USDA for agricultural communities affected by Hurricane Helene. Bonnie emphasizes the USDA’s commitment to assisting farmers through streamlined ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show Congressman Austin Scott of Georgia’s 8th district addresses Hurricane Helene relief efforts in his state. He highlights ...
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In the recent Almond Journey podcast, Kern County almond grower Bret Sill shares some of his experiences with experiments with off-ground harvest and reflects on how this approach might fit ...
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Dock worker strikes across the East and Gulf Coasts threaten to disrupt the U.S. meat and livestock industries significantly, according to Erin Borror, Vice President for Economic Analysis at the ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Conveyor-type grain elevators can be traced back to Buffalo, New York in the early 1840s. Buffalo enjoyed a geographic advantage of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff joins us to discuss the devastating impact Hurricane Helene has had on Georgia’s ...
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During a recent webinar hosted by Farm Action, Assistant Attorney General Jonathan Kanter discussed the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) approach to addressing the concentration and corporate consolidation impacting the ...
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California’s dairy industry is facing a growing threat from the spread of H5Nx, a highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) strain that has crossed over to mammalian species, including cattle. As ...
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A new initiative called the Limited Government Agriculture Scorecard has been launched to help family farmers and ranchers in the United States. This scorecard is created by Competitive Markets Action, ...
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The University of California Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Fresno County will host the annual San Joaquin Valley Grape Symposium on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, at the UC Kearney Research and Extension ...
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The Bureau of Reclamation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) have announced a $5 million funding opportunity for research on key fish species. The grants will support studies ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Franklin King is part of American agriculture history, not well known. Born in 1848 in Whitewater, Wisconsin, King was an agricultural ...
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The one-year extension of the 2018 Farm Bill has ended, causing important farm programs to stop. Without action from Congress, more programs will shut down by the end of the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode, Doug McKalip, Chief Agricultural Negotiator for the U.S. Trade Representative, joins Sabrina Halvorson to discuss the Biden-Harris ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking big steps to improve food security around the world. At the recent Clinton Global Initiative 2024 meeting, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced ...
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At the 2024 Annual Meeting, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) invited experts from the National Agricultural Law Center to discuss the possible impacts of the U.S. ...
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The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) has announced new licensing agreements to provide over a dozen of its renowned strawberry varieties to growers globally. This initiative allows nurseries and ...
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In 2025, California Table Grape Growers will celebrate forty years of helping high school seniors pursue higher education through scholarships. This year, they are offering three scholarship categories, benefiting students ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Contrary to what many believe or were taught, the land the first Europeans saw when landing in the New World did ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Today’s key topics: HPAI in California Dairy Herds and Iowa Pig Farmer in Favor of California’s Prop 12 On today’s ...
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Colombia lifted a ban on American beef imports from the states where bird flu was detected in dairy cows. According to USDA’s export library, beef exporters in 14 states will ...
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USDA is forecasting lower food price inflation for 2025. Gary Crawford reports.
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Legislation introduced in the House and Senate would extend a new sustainable aviation fuel tax credit for biofuels for ten years and prevent foreign producers from accessing the credits. Groups ...
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A potential strike at three dozen U.S. ports could upend supply chains and raise prices weeks before election day. Farm Policy News says the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) says it ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Etienne DeBorre is a little-known figure in American agriculture. Born in 1741 in a small village along the Mississippi River in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we hear from an American Olympic breakdancer who’s now promoting a popular food. Tune in for these news ...
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Hemp is gaining traction as a versatile crop, particularly in livestock feed, following the legal framework established by the 2018 Farm Bill. However, there are concerns about the safety of ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Husker harvest days are held every September in Grand Island, Nebraska. Grand Island is located along the Platte River and figures ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we have this week’s Almond Update with details on the Almond Board’s upcoming Listening Tour. Tune in for ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is preparing for its annual ABC Listening Tour. Following the success of last year’s tour, this year’s event is expanding and offers growers and ...
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Agriculture is in the spotlight as a component of addressing climate change, with recognition ofits potential to provide solutions beyond reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Speaking at aNew York Climate Week ...
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, gives us details on cotton condition ratings.
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It’s considered the largest volunteer day in our nation and designed to improve and care for U.S. public lands through volunteer efforts. Rod Bain tells us more about National Public Lands ...
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A senior USDA official recognizes both the importance of working farm and forest lands in resource conservation, and the need to keep operations economically viable. Rod Bain reports.
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. E.T. York is an example of a person helping American agriculture advance without actually farming or experimenting in a lab. York ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we hear from Patrick Westhoff, Director of the Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute at the University ...
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The USDA launched the Distressed Borrowers Assistance Network, an initiative designed to provide support to financially distressed farmers and ranchers across the nation. Through a series of Cooperative Agreements, this ...
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International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) brought together volunteer leaders serving on the U.S. Government Relations Council and Political Advisory Committee in Washington, D.C. this month to dive into a Policy ...
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Providing incentive-based programs and tools to assist growers and landowners with working lands conservation is essential in adaptation efforts, according to an Agriculture Department official. Rod Bain has more.
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The California Avocado Society is preparing for its annual meeting and registration is now underway. The meeting will be Friday October 25th. Registration for members is $80.00. Non members can ...
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There are few available clues in USDA’s Cattle on Feed report as to the direction the beef industry is headed. Gary Crawford reports.
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I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. The British government attempted to restrict westward expansion with the ineffective Proclamation Line of 1763 that was abolished by the new ...
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It’s Climate Week in New York City, and while perhaps not as famous as New York’s Fashion Week, it is bringing agriculture into the spotlight. Speaking at a forum co-hosted ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show we hear about a hearing on helping farmers who are facing disaster. Tune in for these news stories, ...
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The outlook for the nation’s broiler industry looks strong. Gary Crawford has more.
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The Western Region Certified Crop Advisers (WRCCA) announced Franz Niederholzer as the 2024 CCA of the Year. Niederholzer is a farm advisor with the University of California Cooperative Extension. The ...
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It’s an interesting time to be in the dairy industry. Gary Crawford reports.
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Mexico’s supply of avocados is looking good this season, despite a slow start. According to Fresh Plaza, the new season for Mexican avocados is well underway, though the year has ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with today’s American Agriculture History Minute. After the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and the American victory in the War of 1812, plus the building of canals and ...
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Student nutrition and school meals were front and center at a hearing of the U.S. Senate Agriculture Subcommittee on Food and Nutrition, Specialty Crops, Organics, and Research. Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary ...
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An expert advises grain growers to look long term. Lead economist for grains and oilseeds with CoBank, Tanner Ehmke said a bullish marketing opportunity may present itself to producers – ...
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USDA is awarding more than $35 million in grants to 15 independent meat processors in 12 states to increase processing capacity, spur competition to expand market opportunities for U.S. farmers ...
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World Ag Expo® offers a look into the latest in innovation and education through the return of the Top-10 New Products contest and Seminar Series. Exhibitors and industry experts can ...
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I’m Mark Oppold with today’s American Agriculture History Minute. Even though the Department of Agriculture was established in 1862, it wasn’t until passage of the Smith-Lever Act in 1914 that ...
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Demand for organic products had been outpacing supply, but increased production is now catching up. In a presentation to the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, David Magana from ...
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A recent grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will help to support climate-smart cotton research. USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has awarded a $10 ...
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The 4-bale Module Averaging Pilot Program is meant to help with the efficiency of cotton production. Deputy Administrator of the Cotton and Tobacco Program in the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service ...
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There’s hope that ongoing farm challenges will begin to ease in the near future. Fresno County Farm Bureau CEO Ryan Jacobson said that it’s been a tough couple years for ...
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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 Prohibited Substances and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show organic products face price pressure with supply and demand. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and ...
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An online source to promote farm safety. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. An online source provides information on injuries on the farm and in turn aids farm ...
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Efforts to keep AM radio in the dashboards of U.S. vehicles have taken a step forward in the House. The House Energy and Commerce Committee voted 45-2 to send the ...
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According to a report by UC Davis and UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE), the fungal pathogen Red Leaf Blotch (RLB) was first detected in California almond orchards on the border of ...
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Researchers at Colorado State University (CSU) are working on a new type of herbicide to tackle Palmer amaranth, a tough weed that’s causing big problems for farmers. The $650,000 project, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released updated guidelines to improve how companies support claims about how animals are raised and the environmental impact of meat and poultry products. ...
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Collaborative efforts are underway that seek to address some of the short and long-term labor challenges in farming. Chief Innovation Officer for UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, Gabe Youtsey, said ...
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Registration is currently open for the 2024 California Citrus Conference. The event is a one-day conference designed specifically for growers and will showcase the outstanding research efforts ongoing for the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show addressing farm labor challenges through technology. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to ...
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Is the farm income forecast part of the economic cyclical pattern? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Chief Economist believes the September Farm Income Forecast reflects what ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show an investment of $7.3 billion to help further strengthen rural electrification. Tune in for these news stories, ...
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Significant funding support for rural electrification was recently announced as part of the largest investment of its kind since the Rural Electrification Act was signed into law in 1936 as ...
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The Fira USA 2024 event coming up in October will highlight robotic and autonomous farming solutions in action. Chief Innovation Officer for UC Agriculture and Natural Resources, Gabe Youtsey said ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture‘s (CDFA) Office of Farm to Fork is currently accepting project proposals for the California Nutrition Incentive Program 2025 competitive grant funding. The call ...
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Bayer CropScience has selected the U.S.-based crop protection company, GenVor, as the first recipient of its Golden Ticket Award. The program gives GenVor a full year of access to lab ...
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The 4-Bale Module Averaging Pilot Program is available for the 2024-2025 cotton season. Deputy Administrator of the Cotton and Tobacco Program in the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Angie Snyder ...
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Levels are falling again on the Mississippi River. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. For the third consecutive year, Mississippi River water levels are falling again, making shipping ...
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This year’s cotton crop nationally report progress above the five-year average in development and harvest categories, per USDA’s September 15th report. Rod Bain has more.
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show new funding for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. ...
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An update from G20 agricultural ministers meeting. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Xochitl Torres Small provides highlights from the G20 Agricultural Ministers meeting held ...
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The USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) is investing $17.6 million to fund research aimed at protecting the health and welfare of farm animals. The investment includes tackling ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced new funding for its Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) for 2025. The program helps landowners protect and ...
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Addressing labor issues with new technologies can be a complicated process. Senior Vice President of Innovation at Western Growers Association, Walt Duflock, described some of their industry resources that will ...
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A research project seeks to improve carrots resistance to challenging conditions like water shortages and disease. The project funded by a half a million dollar grant from the Foundation for ...
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UC Cooperative Extension and Cal Poly are hosting the Central Coast Rangeland Coalition Fall Workshop next month in San Luis Obispo. The Rangeland Restoration and Improvement Workshop will take place ...
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and Public Lands Council (PLC) are giving strong support for the Endangered Species Act Amendments Act of 2024, introduced by Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA) and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, despite recent water years, management of allocations is still a challenge. Tune in for these news stories, ...
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The economic benefits of farmers markets. That’s coming up on This Land Of Ours. Farmers Markets provide benefits for the vendors as well as the communities they serve. Rod Bain has ...
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More than 100 climate groups are pressuring JPMorgan Chase, Citigroup, and other private banks to stop financing global meat and dairy companies. Agriculture Dive Dot Com says the institutions’ lending ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, despite recent water years, management of allocations is still a challenge. Tune in for these news stories, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expecting another decline in farm income in 2024, after a record high in 2022. Net cash farm income, which is what farmers make ...
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Food price inflation hits a milestone and it’s a good thing. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours There’s some good news for food shoppers in the latest Consumer ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, despite recent water years, management of allocations is still a challenge. Tune in for these news stories, ...
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Almond Conference hotels are officially available beginning at noon Pacific Time on September 12. Senior Specialist of Industry Relations for the Almond Board of California (ABC), Rebbeca Bailey said those ...
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USDA expands wildfire protection efforts. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is expanding the scope of its efforts to reduce wildfires. Gary Crawford has more
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Pork producers around the nation continue to decide if they’ll conform to California’s new animal housing requirements or opt not to sell meat for that state. California voters passed Proposition ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has introduced a new online resource called the Debt Consolidation Tool. The new tool allows farmers and ranchers to input their existing farm operating ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is forecasting a notable decline in California walnut production this year. The 2024 California Walnut Objective Measurement Report is forecasting 670,000 tons, a 19 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, why some say “the door is almost shut” on starting up a small farm in California. Plus, ...
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Do you have a favorite farmers market? A look at why they each have their own feel. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA official overseeing the ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is offering $1.9 million in grants for projects focused on sustainable pest management through its 2025 Research and Alliance Grants programs. The grants ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, officials declare the end of fruit fly quarantines in California. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Trade Representative are seeking new members for their agricultural trade advisory committees. These committees, including the Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee and ...
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U.S. ag exports continue to trail behind last year’s numbers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. U.S. agricultural exports are still trailing last year. Gary Crawford reports.
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In what’s being described as a “landmark agreement,” the Chilean National Congress has secured American exporters’ rights to use common food names. Chile has approved a new trade agreement that ...
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In a panel reviewing the economic and societal changes impacting agricultural production, Geoffrey Vanden Heuvel with the Milk Producers Council highlighted the state of the California dairy industry. As a ...
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California harvest season is well underway, according to a recent crop progress report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The report shows that late-season peaches, plums, and nectarines are still ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, nearly $2 million is available to support sustainable pest management. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is leading a week-long trade mission to Vietnam that kicks off today. Under Secretary Alexis Taylor will head the delegation, which includes representatives from 58 ...
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There are some opposing views of the USDA’s September Net Farm Income Report. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Administrator of USDA’s Economic Research Service, Spiro Stafanou, says ...
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Did you know that California produces more than 80% of the nation’s stone fruits? For those of you unfamiliar with the term, stone fruits are named after the large stone ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, a new record for Fresno County ag values, but there are still challenges with the margins for ...
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According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), California’s contracted processing tomato production is forecast at 11.3 million tons, a 12 percent decrease from last year and two percent below ...
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Some problems with backyard poultry. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. More than 400 cases of salmonella across the country have been linked to backyard poultry. The Centers ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, the Kern County subbasin could be placed under probationary status and Alexi Rodriguez is set to take ...
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The California State Water Resources Control Board is considering placing the Kern County Subbasin on probation because of concerns about its groundwater sustainability plans. A public hearing about this decision ...
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A federal court in Georgia has temporarily blocked the Department of Labor (DOL) from enforcing a new regulation that would allow H-2A visa farmworkers to unionize. The preliminary injunction, requested ...
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Joseph Jackson, a family farmer and Customer Success Director for Phytech, recently discussed the role of technology in agriculture on the Almond Journey Podcast. “Most farms and most growers that ...
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There’s an increase in food insecurity. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The latest edition of USDA’s Household Food Security in the U.S. report indicates a rise in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, farm buyouts seem more attractive as challenges continually compound. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, ...
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Three of California’s dairy farms report cattle infected with Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza. California is the nation’s top milk-producing state and the 14th in the nation to report bird flu ...
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Jeff Bitter of Allied Grape Growers was on a panel at a recent California Department of Food and Agriculture meeting highlighting some of the challenges for growers in the state. ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is offering grants for the 2025 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). The grants range from $100,000 to $500,000 for projects that ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making some changes to its grapevine insurance program for the 2025 crop year. USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) is shortening the required grafting ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, the application window for the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program is closing soon. Tune in for these ...
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Drought monitor numbers jump higher in August. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Significant increases in U.S. Drought Monitor coverage nationally and by category were noted over the ...
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California’s minimum wage is set to increase once again starting January 1, 2025. The increase applies to all employers, regardless of size. The increase is based on inflation, specifically a ...
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Celebrating back to school meals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture joined the U.S. Department of Education along with education, parent, and school ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, the restraining order against the state water board is extended. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, ...
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Legal efforts to challenge probationary status under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act continue moving forward. Kings County Superior Court Judge Kathy Ciuffini extended a temporary restraining order (TRO) preventing the ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making significant strides through the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), with more than 2.2 million acres being accepted from farmers and landowners this year. ...
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A congressional caucus continues working to improve trade for U.S. agriculture. The bipartisan Congressional Agricultural Trade Caucus launched earlier this year and works to solidify support for trade policies that ...
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The USDA releases updated guidance on labeling. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA announced the availability of updated guidelines that make recommendations to strengthen the documentation ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has introduced a new crop insurance endorsement to help California winegrape growers protect against the effects of wildfire smoke. The Fire Insurance Protection- Smoke ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, an ag summit exploring the coexistence of water users in California next week. Tune in for these ...
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A group of more than a dozen U.S. senators is urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to overhaul its foreign land ownership disclosure process. The lawmakers highlight the need ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is once again partnering with Coach Prime, Deion Sanders to help increase domestic consumption of almonds. ABC’s Marketing Director for North America and China, ...
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During a recent California State Board of Food and Agriculture meeting, Steve Arnold, president of the California Cattlemen’s Association (CCA), shared some of the successes and struggles of the California ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has banned the herbicide Dacthal, commonly known as DCPA. It is the first time in 40 years that EPA has issued an emergency ban, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking for public feedback on how to implement the SUSTAINS Act, which lets the agency accept private donations for its conservation programs. The ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, why there’s anxiety around the state of farms and the future of California agriculture. Tune in for ...
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USDA awards the final round of Organic Market Development Grants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The final round of USDA Organic Market Development Grants was awarded, investing ...
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New technology could alert growers to plant stresses weeks before we can see those stresses on the plant. It’s from the Davis, CA-based ag tech company InnerPlant, which creates crops ...
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When you think of olive oil, you may think of places like Spain, Italy, and Greece. But did you know that California produces some of the finest olive oil? In ...
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The Delta Conservancy’s report on their 2023 Delta Drought Response Pilot Program reveals mixed results in testing drought-resistant field management practices in the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. The program involved 61 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, the first evaluation of CDFA’s climate-smart agriculture programs. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, and ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is giving nearly $4.1 million to help small-scale, underserved, and organic farmers learn about managing risks and using climate-smart practices. This funding, through the ...
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Predicting food price inflation for next year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Shoppers are seeing low food price inflation this year, but what is the outlook for ...
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The 2024 California Citrus Acreage Report shows that overall, the state’s citrus industry is steady, with some ups and downs. The report is based on a survey sent to about ...
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Information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that total debt held by the farm sector has increased significantly between 2012 and 2022. The report summary from USDA’s Economic ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, the California citrus industry is holding steady with some growth in key areas. Tune in for these ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is setting sights on expanding agricultural trade opportunities in Morocco. USDA Under Secretary Alexis M. Taylor will be leading a trade mission to Casablanca, ...
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How is harvest looking for two fall favorites? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Does this year’s harvest indicate plenty of fruit from two fall-time favorites … apples ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, challenges with getting more consumers to care about local food and food miles. Tune in for these ...
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North American cattle leaders gather for a joint meeting. The Canadian Cattle Association hosted the meeting with the U.S.’s National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and their counterparts from Mexico, the ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded $22 million to help livestock producers expand conservation efforts. A total of 29 projects across 36 states are receiving support through USDA’s ...
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More grocery stores are running specials on higher priced eggs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. More supermarkets are running specials on high-priced eggs. Gary Crawford reports.
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, why grasshoppers are increasingly problematic for northern California growers. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, ...
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The Almond Conference 2024 registration period has officially opened. Senior Specialist of Industry Communications for the Almond Board of California, Taylor Hillman suggests registering early to stay current on important ...
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Wholesale egg prices continue to rise. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Wholesale egg prices are continuing to climb. Gary Crawford reports.
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, wages and inflation are taking a toll on winegrape production. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, ...
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California’s 2024 peach crop forecast is looking good with a six percent increase from last year, hitting 510,000 tons. According to the USDA Fruit and Nut Outlook report, freestone peaches ...
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The proposed Sustainable Pest Management framework in California might have serious economic consequences for the state’s lettuce industry, according to a study by the Californians for Smart Pesticide Policy (CSPP). ...
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A look at dairy price forecasts. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski goes over this month’s USDA price forecasts for dairy ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, why the California cattle industry is having a strong year. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, ...
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Even in this digital age, not all U.S. farmers are able to use the internet in their operations. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. While it may seem ...
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A recent Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report estimated the House Ag Committee’s farm bill proposal is 33 billion dollars over budget. However, Senate Agriculture Committee Ranking Member John Boozman (R-Ark.) ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced significant updates to the Farm Loan Programs from the Farm Service Agency (FSA). The changes will take effect beginning on September 25 ...
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A recent report from RaboResearch highlights several challenges impacting the global walnut market. The industry is slowing down due to challenges like drought, strict water regulations, high costs, logistics issues, ...
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You can now apply to be on the Climate Solution Act Advisory Committee. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new Secretarial advisory committee focused on technical assistance ...
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The Pacific Coast Coalition – Dairy Business Innovation Initiative (PCC-DBII) has announced its fifth round of grants, offering $1.5 million to dairy processors in several states. Applications from processors in ...
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Though the global COVID pandemic officially ended more than a year ago, many of the issues we saw during that time remain, especially when it comes to agricultural shipping. Supply ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, healthy soils funding is available to California olive growers. Tune in for these news stories, interviews, features, ...
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) show that California contributed the most to overall American farm expenditures last year. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service reports that farm production ...
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There’s a new report now out on food price inflation. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new report is showing very little food price inflation. Gary Crawford ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, farm groups express appreciation for additional funding to support water conservation and NRCS ...
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American agricultural groups are calling for preemptive action from the U.S. government to avoid potential trade challenges with Colombia. The U.S. dairy industry is worried about Colombia’s investigation into U.S. ...
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Nav Athwal, President of Tri-Nut Farms and president and managing member of Terra Ag Ventures, brings a unique approach to farming, shaped by his diverse background in venture capital, real ...
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Many farms and ranches are going to be required to file Beneficial Ownership Information by the end of the year. The Corporate Transparency Act requires many small businesses, including farms ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, what to look for with citrus leprosis, and pumpkin season will be getting ...
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As the summer heat wanes, pumpkin varieties of all shapes and sizes start to appear on store shelves. Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated is gearing up for fall pumpkins, squash, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, water management in the Central Valley, and progress on efforts to address greenhouse ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has announced updates to multiple quarantines for invasive pests. The Mediterranean and Queensland fruit fly quarantines in Southern California have now ended, ...
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Smokey Bear through the decades. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new public service video salutes our nation’s symbol for wildfire prevention for eighty years of service. ...
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Did you know that California farmers produce nearly 75% of all cantaloupes grown in the US? That makes for a total of $300 million in nationwide market sales. In this ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the USDA is providing $400 million to support water management in the west, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an investment of $400 million to help support at least 18 irrigation districts in the West. Districts across various states, including Idaho, ...
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A breakdown of farm production expenditures. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s latest look at farm production expenditures in total and by various categories gives insight into ...
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The Bureau of Reclamation is hosting a series of events to garner public feedback about the future of water management projects. Nut shipments have remained strong throughout the year, despite ...
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Ag leaders and various advocacy groups around the nation continue to take on the topic of lab-grown meat. Speaking at the Nebraska Governor’s Ag and Economic Summit, executive director of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, USDA has announced changes to the Enhanced Coverage Option for the 2025 crop ...
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A big name gets in the sustainable aviation fuel conversation. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Coalition announced that Amazon has joined its ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, smoke exposure considerations for ag employers and details of an upcoming trade mission ...
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Next week a group of American agribusinesses and organizations are heading to Colombia for an agricultural trade mission. In 2023, U.S. agricultural exports to Colombia hit a record $3.7 billion, ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) recently launched a creative marketing campaign in France. ABC’s European marketing director Dariela Roffe-Rackind said the campaign aligns with the buzz of the Paris ...
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The impacts of Hurricane Debby on agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. How have crops and livestock been affected so far by what was Hurricane Debby, and ...
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California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has introduced changes to the state’s FAIR Plan, which serves as a fallback for those struggling to get insurance. This update is part of a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, citrus leprosis disease presents a potential threat for growers and the FAIR Plan ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced additional funding to help diversify export markets for U.S. agricultural products. An additional $300 million in funding is going to be made ...
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Learning the importance of composting. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours Seventeen-year-old Summer Davies of Florida is earning her Girl Scouts Gold Award – the highest award in ...
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A House Agriculture Committee panel, including farmers, a lender, an input supplier, and an Extension economist, highlighted severe challenges facing the agricultural supply chain. Panel members pointed to falling crop ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is granting $2.6 million for eight projects intended to further sustainable pest management efforts. A total of $1.72 million in research grants will ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, a panel warns the House Agriculture Committee of a “perfect storm” for the ...
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The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) released an official cost estimate of the House Ag Committee’s farm bill and said it’s $33 billion over budget and fails to pay for a ...
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China’s plans for food self-sufficiency aren’t going as expected. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. China’s quest for becoming more food-secure is getting interrupted by extreme weather challenges. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights how California ag labor rates stack up against other specialty crop states and ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Office of Environmental Farming & Innovation is now accepting applications for various dairy and livestock sustainability incentive grants. These programs aim to ...
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Lower profits for global ag traders. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Global bumper harvests, a downturn in crop markets, and slowing demand for farm equipment are shrinking ...
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A preliminary injunction to stop the bargaining process with the UFW union raises significant constitutional concerns about California’s “Card Check” law. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced additional ...
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A coalition of more than 300 agricultural organizations is requesting the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) amend the processes for pesticides under the Endangered Species Act. In a letter sent to ...
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Bryan Van Groningen, Vice-President of Crops and Soils at Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated, shared insight into the company’s watermelon production this year. Typically planted in March, the cool, wet ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show details the early start of the California fresh fig season and efforts to reduce ...
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Pork producers here are feeling the squeeze of an animal confinement law from two thousand miles away. We’re now eight months into the enforcement of California’s animal confinement legislation Prop ...
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The USDA works to right some wrongs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Checks are going out for the USDA’s discrimination financial assistance program. White House Director of ...
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The Bureau of Reclamation is hosting a series of events to garner public feedback about the future of water management projects. The community is being asked to weigh-in regarding the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, ag groups urge EPA to amend Endangered Species Act processes and the Bureau ...
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Nut shipments have remained strong throughout the year, despite a decline in June. Blue Diamond’s June Market Update showed that almond shipments met industry expectations with 206.2 million pounds shipped. ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is set to host The Almond Conference 2024 from December 10-12 in downtown Sacramento at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. Rebecca Bailey, ABC ...
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August first marks one of the original harvest festivals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Whether it’s Lughnasadh, Lammas, or Loaf Mass Day, August first is a harvest ...
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Lawmakers have introduced legislation aimed at reorganizing food safety oversight in the U.S. Senator Dick Durbin and Representative Rosa DeLauro have introduced the Federal Food Administration Act, aiming to create ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, June was a slower month for nut shipments, but levels continue outpacing 2023. ...
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We may benefit more from nature than previously thought. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Trees and green spaces may do more for us than just helping clean ...
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Despite some challenges this year, the U.S. pork industry remains an important contributor to the nation’s economy. National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), released its latest Economic Impact Report featuring new data ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights California watermelon season progressing well despite weather challenges and concerns about DPR’s statewide ...
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The farm bill is already a year late, the stakes are high, and time is running out. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) released its Market Intel Analysis of the ...
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What will food prices hold for next year? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Agriculture Department is out with its first food price forecast for next year. ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working to better understand on-farm conservation practices. The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will survey farmers across the U.S. from August 2024 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights a collaboration to advance sustainable packaging in the fresh produce industry and an ...
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Ag groups are putting pressure on lawmakers to get the Farm Bill passed. About 500 agricultural groups sent a letter to the leaders of the House and Senate agriculture committees. ...
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USDA’s latest food price forecast has a little good news for shoppers. Gary Crawford has more coming on up This Land of Ours. Analysts at the Agriculture Department are projecting ...
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Sonoma County farmers are facing some significant challenges with proposed local ballot Measure J seeking to ban operations that can be classified as concentrated animal feeding operations. There have been ...
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A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that American specialty crop trade with China has been on the decline over the past several years. In 2023, the ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced additional steps it will be taking intended to offer protection from pesticide exposure more quickly. The EPA will now evaluate the risk ...
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On today’s show, why a lack of “winning solutions” may be hampering the adoption of biological materials. And, we talk with the Chief Executive Officer of NASDA, the National Association ...
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There’s been even more wildfire activity in the west this year, but why? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Several areas of the West have experienced an increase ...
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Farmers across the U.S. could see a drop of nearly 25-percent in their farm income compared to last year. That’s what USDA is predicting—and that’s why your lawmakers in Washington, ...
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A recent court decision has granted Wonderful Nurseries a preliminary injunction to stop the bargaining process with the United Farm Workers (UFW) union, raising significant constitutional concerns about California’s “Card ...
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The California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) has allocated $27 million to upgrade data systems at the state’s five major container ports: Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, an investment of $27 million to support the optimization of California Ports and ...
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and the Public Lands Council have filed a lawsuit against the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) over its “Conservation and Landscape Health” rule. They argue ...
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Certified Crop Consultant for Axiom Agriculture, Joe Palomino has been working with growers to optimize their operations for 16 years. Palomino shared some of his agronomic experiences in a recent ...
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National FFA heads to Washington DC. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. For more than 50 years, thousands of FFA members from across the country have converged on ...
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There have been increasing reports of significant numbers of citricola scale in the San Joaquin Valley. UC Cooperative Extension Citrus Farm Advisor, Sandipa Gautam said populations can build up quickly ...
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A coalition of more than 500 organizations is calling for farm bill finalization by the end of the year. In a letter sent to congressional leaders, the organizations state that ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, a massive coalition of ag groups is calling for farm bill finalization, and ...
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It’s an invitation for small meat processing plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA says it’s going the extra mile to provide the information that the operators ...
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Pesticide use in California dropped by over five percent from 2021 to 2022, continuing an ongoing trend. The latest annual report from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) highlights ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture is accepting grant applications for its Proactive Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Solutions Program. Managed by the Office of Pesticide Consultation and Analysis, the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the impacts of California’s minimum wage on ag labor costs. Tune in for ...
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Building better nutrition in underserved areas. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA efforts to build nutrition hubs focused on historically underserved communities will soon become a network ...
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Fertilizer prices remain higher despite agriculture being past the high-demand spring season. Josh Linville of StoneX told Agweb.com that multiple global factors are the reason prices have stayed high. Lower European ...
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According to the latest Monterey County Crop Report, adverse weather and flooding took a toll on crop values last year. The 2023 report shows a 6.1 percent decline in crop ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making further investments to strengthen the food supply chain, increase meat and poultry processing capacities, and create better markets for producers. These investments, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show data shows pesticide use continues to decline in California and adverse weather and ...
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A new investment in conservation projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $90 million in 53 Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) ...
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Named a Best Book of the Year in The New Yorker, Publishers Weekly, Chicago Tribune, and EcoLit Books and a Must-Read Summer Book by USA Today, the book the Parrot ...
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Parameters of the Tulare Lake Subbasin probation are being put on hold for the next several weeks. Lawmakers are pushing back against federal agencies following a Supreme Court decision that ...
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Sonoma County farmers are facing some significant challenges in the form of ballot Measure J. The ballot proposal seeks to ban operations that can be classified as concentrated animal feeding ...
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Top farm groups want improvements in the administration’s sustainable aviation or clean fuel tax credit, shortcomings they say could put the benefits “out of reach for many farmers.” The American ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, dairy producers are fighting for their right to farm in Sonoma County, and ...
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According to a recent independent economic study, U.S. cattle producers get back $13.41 for each dollar they invest into the national Beef Checkoff program. Dr. Harry M. Kaiser of Cornell ...
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It could be your time in the spotlight at the next cattle convention. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. It’s time to warm up those vocal cords. The ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced $4.5 million in funding to create three new Nutrition Hubs in communities across the U.S., focusing on improving food and nutrition security ...
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On today’s show: a judge issues a restraining order against the water board in SGMA implementation. Plus, the decline in almond production expectation meets an increase in shipments. Tune in ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations for its Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee. USDA is looking to fill up to 25 vacancies starting in 2024. This ...
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Data from the Almond Objective Measurement Report indicates that the 2024 almond harvest is expected to yield 2.8 billion pounds. The estimate is down seven percent from the subjective crop ...
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The USDA has a new program to help feed kids during the summer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This summer is the inauguration of a new program ...
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Parameters of the Tulare Lake Subbasin probation are being put on hold for the next several weeks. Kings County Superior Court Judge Ciuffini issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) against ...
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Biostimulants are emerging as valuable tools for enhancing plant growth, offering several benefits for growers. Dr. Holly Little, Director of Research and Development at Acadian Plant Health, explains that biostimulants ...
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On today’s show, addressing fruit fly outbreaks was an “all-hands-on-deck” situation, plus an in-depth look at ag land values. Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted ...
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At the 2024 Salinas Biological Summit, President and CEO of Woolf Farming and Processing, Stuart Woolf shared his experience with biologicals in agriculture. He noted that with the increased interest in ...
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A record-breaking investment in getting farm fresh products to schools. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is awarding a record-breaking $14.3 million in Farm to School ...
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“Nothing short of exceptional.” That’s how Farmers National Company describes the agricultural land market over the last five years. According to the company, gains in value are prevalent across all ...
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On today’s show, HPAI in livestock is having minimal impacts on dairy demand. Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Listen to previous ...
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Carbon markets remain an option for producers and stakeholders seeking climate smart ag revenue opportunities, and research continues into how it fits into regenerative ag economic models. Rod Bain reports.
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The USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA) continues making improvements for specialty crops. RMA Administrator Marcia Bunger says recent crop insurance changes give specialty crops some of the benefits that other ...
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Lawmakers are pushing back against federal agencies following a Supreme Court decision that ended Chevron deference. The legal principle previously allowed federal agencies to interpret laws broadly. The recent decision ...
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On today’s show: lawmakers want action following Chevron ruling. Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes…
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There’s more good news on the food price front. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.
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The effort to try and mitigate the impacts of impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV) has been a tremendous undertaking in recent years. Ag employers are reminded to update their emergency ...
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California growers are looking to the IR-4 Project to help with addressing pest and disease management concerns. VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, Eric Morgan spoke about ...
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Western United Dairies and the Almond Alliance have helped to secure the passage of the legislation placing a new bond measure on the ballot in November. The Legislature passed SB ...
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The House Agriculture Committee met this week for a hearing to examine the consequences of Environmental Protection Agency’s actions on American agriculture. In his opening statement, Committee chair Glenn “G.T.” ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, agricultural groups have helped to bring a bond measure to the November ballot, ...
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The Blue Angels Air Show will be featured in Pensacola, Florida this week. They’re welcoming a special guest to fly with them: Austin Courson, an agricultural education teacher, FFA advisor, and incoming ...
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Secretary Karen Ross of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is reflecting on the coordinated response to the fruit fly invasion with hopes to lift quarantines soon. In ...
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There was strong debate at the House Appropriations Committee on Wednesday, as the full committee marked up the bill for fiscal year 2025 funding for the Departments of Labor, Health ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, insurance options for specialty and organic growers are expanded, and the PAGA reforms in ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expanding crop insurance options for specialty and organic growers starting in 2025. The Risk Management Agency (RMA) will offer new coverage options, including ...
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Biologicals represent a significant amount of potential for farmers moving forward. Vice President and Chief Scientific Officer for the Almond Board of California (ABC), Josette Lewis highlighted some of ABC’s ...
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The U.S. is importing more foreign food and farm products. Gary Crawford has more coming up on This Land of Ours. Listen to Gary Crawford’s program here.
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Summer temperatures are here, bringing triple digits to several areas of California, drying up brush and grasses. Fires are anticipated to be quite common in the next few months as ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, an industry group is encouraging the continuation of direct oversight of Mexican avocado ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., ant management will be a major priority with harvest on the horizon. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd ...
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A webinar to help with farmers under stress. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Penn State University Extension Service is holding a webinar titled “Communicating With Farmers ...
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The effort to try and mitigate the impacts of impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV) has been a tremendous undertaking in recent years. VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, ag considerations for indoor heat illness regulations, and California efforts to battle INSV ...
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New resources have been developed to help simplify the process for businesses looking to sell products and services to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The updates include a “Contracting ...
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A new human vaccine for bird flu is in the works. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Moderna will get 176 million dollars in federal funding from the ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has proposed amendments to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders (FMMOs) after a comprehensive 49-day hearing held in Indiana. The amendments aim to update milk ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, a new UC study estimates costs for growing coastal organic strawberries and the ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced additional funding opportunities for specialty crop growers. USDA’s Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops program is expanding to include medium-sized businesses, in addition ...
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We may be seeing a little relief in grocery prices. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA has lowered its food price forecast. Gary Crawford has more.
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The Bureau of Reclamation announced an increase in water supply allocation for south-of-Delta agricultural contractors in the Central Valley Project. Nut shipments showed varied trends in the month of May, ...
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At the second annual Salinas Biological Summit on June 25-26, industry leaders are making headway on biological inputs as a tool for improving sustainability in agriculture. Biologicals are based on ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, western states’ payroll costs are outpacing increases in farm sales, and funding opportunities ...
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It’s cherry pie season, and Michigan is the nation’s top grower of tart cherries – the favorite pick for those pies. Nationally, the outlook for production this year is 222,000,000 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, several factors are contributing to lower U.S. ag export values, and navel orageworm ...
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The U.S. is experiencing a significant shift from decades of agricultural trade surpluses to substantial trade deficits, with a projected record deficit of $32 billion for fiscal year 2024. American ...
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As almond growers prepare for hull split season, management of navel orangeworm (NOW) is a top priority. Lauren Fann, a Pest Management Specialist with the Almond Board of California, provided ...
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Tips for staying safe while grilling on this Independence Day. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. On July Fourth, the aroma of barbecue will fill the air as ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, Chevron deference has been overturned by the Supreme Court, and California mandarins are ...
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The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the Chevron deference rule, which has guided federal regulation for 40 years. This decision arose from a case involving the National Marine Fisheries Service ...
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Some food safety tips for your Independence Day cookout. That’s coming up on this line of Ours. Even if you follow all the rules for safely grilling meat and poultry ...
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In 2022, a University of Wisconsin study claimed that U.S. farmers had converted several million acres of pristine grassland and other “semi-natural areas” to cropland. Researcher Tyler Lark said that ...
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Total payroll costs for California farmers have increased dramatically in 20 years. Assistant Professor of Cooperative Extension in the Department of Ag and Resource Economics at UC Berkeley, Ali Hill ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom has signed Senate Bill 92 and Assembly Bill 2288 to reform the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). These reforms aim to help workers get fair compensation while ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s, show carrot research results look promising for a variety of materials. Tune in for ...
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There’s a wide range of beef prices for holiday grilling. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you love to grill beef at your cookout, you will find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the Supreme Court’s decision to end Chevron deference and an increase in allocation ...
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The Bureau of Reclamation announced an increase in water supply allocation for south-of-Delta agricultural contractors in the Central Valley Project (CVP) from 40 percent to 50 percent. North-of-Delta contractors’ allocation ...
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Funds available for composting projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Those wishing funding for a pilot project focused on localized composting and food waste reduction have until ...
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Wouldn’t it be nice to have a single provider that you could turn to for all of your agricultural and industrial rubber and plastic product solutions? California Industrial Rubber strives ...
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Winegrapes and the farmers who grow them in Napa Valley are in constant peril each summer because of area wildfires. After months of discussions among California’s government officials, labor advocates, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, reasons for sluggish dairy demand in Southeast Asia, and nut shipments show varied ...
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Nut shipments showed varied trends in the month of May. The Blue Diamond Almonds Market Report shows that almond shipments were 226.1 million pounds in May, which denotes a 16 ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that trade in organic products between the U.S. and Mexico reached record highs in 2023. Organic trade between the two countries includes both complementary ...
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Clean Fuels Alliance America, the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), and the National Farmers Union (NFU) have filed lawsuits against the EPA over its finalized emissions standards for heavy-duty and light- ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, payroll costs for California farmers have increased more than 200 percent in the ...
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Turkey presents significant market potential for California almonds, as highlighted by Keith Schneller, Senior Trade Policy Specialist with the Almond Board of California (ABC), following a recent exploratory trip to ...
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Your summer cookout could cost you more this year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 2024 summer cookout survey revealed record high prices. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the USDA announced new action on the Stockyards and Packers Act. Tune in ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced new action on the Packers and Stockyards Act (P&S Act). It says the Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets proposed rule would ...
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AgSafe President and CEO Theresa Kiehn reminds agricultural employers of information critical for the well-being of employees regarding heat illness prevention plans. Kiehn said that a major source of citations ...
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There’s good news for cherry lovers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. How does the addition of a state impact this season’s sweet cherry production forecast from USDA? ...
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Wine enthusiasts around the nation know the reputation of wines from California’s Napa Valley, but those wine grapes and the farmers who grow them, are in constant peril each summer ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza is having nominal impacts on overall U.S. dairy production ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is currently accepting nominations for farmers and ranchers to serve on local Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees. FSA county committees are essential for ...
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The California avocado crop is expected to be larger than initially anticipated. The California Avocado Commission announced at its June 6 Board meeting that the 2024 avocado crop is estimated ...
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Addressing food loss around the nation. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA Food Loss and Waste Liaison Jean Buzby explains a recently announced national strategy for federal ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, maximizing the value of available farm labor in the short-term. Tune in for ...
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Several industry groups are fighting back against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) electric vehicle mandate. The National Corn Growers Association, American Farm Bureau Federation, six auto dealers, and the ...
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The U.S. releases an updated climate adaptation plan. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. has just released an updated Climate Adaptation Plan. Gary Crawford reports.
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Multiple industry groups have filed amicus briefs in support of a lawsuit that seeks to stop the implementation of California’s card check law. Mike Wade, Executive Director of the California ...
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The Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) invited host Sabrina Halvorson to its event in Napa County this week, where it presented Fisher Vineyards with the Energy for Everyone Hero ...
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Ways to stay safe when working outdoors in the heat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you have to work outside in severe heat, there are ways ...
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After months of discussions among California’s government officials, labor advocates, and businesses, an agreement has been reached to reform the Private Attorney General Act (PAGA). The PAGA reform aims to ...
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A recent report highlights the impact that cover crops have on water management in the Central Valley in relation to the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). Key findings of the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights the impact of ag labor challenges on the fresh produce industry and the ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is looking for new members to join its 11 committees and workgroups that help guide the organization’s actions and direction. Individual participation in these ...
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The complexity of heat illness. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. One expert says heat illness is a complex medical issue and it’s hard to know who is ...
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The Department of the Interior announced additional funding to help support water infrastructure in California. A total of $242 million is being allocated to improve water storage and conveyance in ...
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Farmers are being reminded to report their crop acreage to their local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office after planting is complete, with most reports due by July 15. Deadlines can ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, why more training is needed for specializing in biologicals, and a recent report ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing up to $50 million in 2024 to support local projects aimed at protecting, restoring, and enhancing wetlands on agricultural lands. USDA’s Natural ...
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Supporting pollinators is critical to our food security and a key USDA conservation focus in collaboration with farmers, ranchers, and other land managers nationwide. From alfalfa to zucchini, over 100 ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are preparing for the onset of hull split. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll expects the ...
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Have you planted a pollinator garden? Why they’re important, coming up on This Land of Ours. June 17 through the 23rd is National Pollinator Week, and a good time to consider ...
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Multiple industry groups have filed amicus briefs in support of a lawsuit that seeks to stop the implementation of California’s card check law. The Western Growers Association and ten other ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is inviting proposals for new conservation practices to be included in its Healthy Soils Program (HSP). As part of the California Healthy ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, stagnate global demand for dairy is largely driven by lower demand in Asia ...
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Efforts to replenish groundwater in California’s San Joaquin Valley have surged under the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act. Significant progress was reported in 2023, following a comprehensive survey of local water ...
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A Texas federal judge has temporarily blocked a USDA disaster relief program from giving preferential funding to women and minority farmers. The judge sided with a group of plaintiffs who ...
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It’s National Pollinator Week. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA researchers are looking into how potential climate impacts affect both pollinator health and nutrition. Rod Bain reports.
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show features information about additional federal funding for California water infrastructure and how economic opportunities ...
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Mike Wade, Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, gave insight to recent developments on water resilience from memorandums signed by water districts, government entities, and interest groups. UNITY ...
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Consumer meat prices continue to rise. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Consumer meat prices are continuing to rise. Gary Crawford has more.
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The International Fresh Produce Association recently held its Washington Conference, a chance for members and allies to learn more about policy issues and to talk with their elected officials about ...
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Spotted lanternfly egg masses were discovered on a shipment from New York to Sonoma County, raising concerns within California’s grape industry. Kings County Farm Bureau is leading an action against ...
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A year-end farm bill seems to be the last best hope for producers before lawmakers have to face the reality they’ll have to punt the effort into a new year ...
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UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) Rice Crop Advisor, Whitney Brim-DeForest shared recent findings on materials that are proving to be effective in killing a swath of weeds, including broadleaves, sedges, and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. The deadline for the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program is approaching and proposals for new conservation practices ...
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The deadline is approaching to sign up for the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (Grassland CRP) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Agricultural producers and private landowners can sign up ...
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Orange production is up in a state known for the fruit. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The only state reporting orange production forecasts for USDA’s June crop ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and FarmRaise have launched an online Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honey Bees, and Farm-raised Fish Program (ELAP) Decision Tool. This tool helps agricultural producers ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking public input on protocols for a new Greenhouse Gas Technical Assistance Provider and Third-Party Verifier Program. It was announced by Agriculture Secretary ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, supply and demand trends for dairy appear positive moving forward and we have ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) announced the Board of Directors election results on June 11. The names have been submitted to the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture. Taylor Hillman, ABC’s ...
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A heat wave is moving across the country. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A ridge of high pressure is expected to grow during the week, resulting in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, new concerns for spotted lanternfly after a discovery at the California border. We’ll ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., warmer temperatures put additional emphasis on the need for managing mites in orchards. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., ...
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Kings County Farm Bureau (KCFB) is leading an action against the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) and its administration of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). The legal challenge ...
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Spotted lanternfly (SLF) egg masses were discovered on a shipment from New York to Sonoma County, raising concerns within California’s grape industry. The egg masses were found at the Truckee ...
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June is National Homeowners Month. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. President Biden has proclaimed June as National Homeowners Month. Gary Crawford has more.
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Mexico’s election last week means a change in leadership for the nation and possible changes in trade with the United States. Claudia Sheinbaum won the election and will take over ...
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The Senate Republican-drafted farm bill framework is reportedly “answering the call for a farmer-focused farm bill.” U.S. Senator John Boozman (R-AR), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, ...
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USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey has an update on cotton conditions around the nation.
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights the challenges for farmers despite modest improvements to California groundwater levels and new ...
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People around the globe paid a little more for food last month. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.N. Food and Agricultural Organization’s Food Price Index stood ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, environmentalists are disappointed in Sites Reservoir clearing a regulatory challenge and strengthening global ...
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The Sites Reservoir Project is moving forward after a judge dismissed a lawsuit from environmental groups. The project is backed by President Joe Biden, Governor Gavin Newsom, and various water ...
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Supporting community wildfire defense efforts. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Selected communities now have assistance in developing wildfire defense plans, thanks in part to recently awarded U.S. ...
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Jacqui Fatka, Industry Analyst for Farm Supplies and Biofuels at CoBank, joins us to talk about trade and the decline in some U.S. ag exports. Each week we highlight essential ...
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A drop in U.S. exports to China shows up significantly in the latest trade forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). A new study warns that a renewed trade ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the specialty crop industry is eagerly awaiting further farm bill progress and the ...
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The sweet history of National Donut Day. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. June 7th every year is National Donut Day and for more than 85 years, National Donut ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, an American Farm Bureau Federation young farmer testified before the Senate Agriculture Committee’s ...
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The Capital for Beginning Farmers and Ranchers Act, introduced by Representatives Marilyn Strickland, Alma Adams, Jimmy Panetta, and Senator Peter Welch, aims to support new farmers by directing the Farm ...
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Researchers with the UC Cooperative Extension are asking farmers and industry members to help with current rice research projects involving watergrass resistance and tadpole shrimp. Tadpole shrimp lay eggs in ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is inviting applications for its committees and workgroups. Over 150 members of the almond industry currently volunteer to help guide ABC’s mission. Taylor Hillman, ...
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It’s the first USDA trade mission of its kind. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA conducts its inaugural agricultural trade mission centered on expanding global market access ...
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The Kings County Water District (KCWD) board has voted to withdraw from the Mid-Kings River Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA), sparking concern and uncertainty among local farmers. The Mid-Kings River GSA ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show an almond industry update from President & CEO of the Almond Board of ...
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Mexico’s new president vows commitment to the USMCA. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Mexico has a new president, and that could have implications for U.S. farm trade ...
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The Sites Project Authority announced that if the Sites Reservoir were already operational, it would likely be sitting at its full capacity. Based on data from 2023 flows and storm ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the Kings County Water District removes itself from the Mid-Kings River GSA and ...
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USDA’s new Assisting Specialty Crop Exports Initiative, ASCE, is now accepting applications. Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor says the projects addresses challenges within the specialty crop ...
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Making ag safety a priority. That’s coming up on This land of Ours. Accidents will happen, and taking the extra time to plan safety precautions can save lives. The agriculture ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s program highlights why revoking China’s trade status could hit California farmers hard and more about ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced an $83 million investment in domestic fertilizer projects across 12 states to strengthen competition and lower costs for American farmers. The funding is ...
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USDA announces a program to help dairy producers during the outbreak of the H5N1 virus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Producers in participating states can soon enroll ...
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The California Air Resources Board and State Attorney General are being sued over the state’s emissions rules. The dairy industry is expecting a positive margin outlook through the rest of ...
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A drop in U.S. exports to China shows up significantly in the latest trade forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “Generally speaking, our exports are struggling,” said USDA’s chief ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, a new UC study estimates blackberry production costs and an upcoming deadline for ...
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A book that teaches young readers about agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Young readers, gardeners, and educators have a new agricultural adventure to dig into with ...
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The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) has released its first comprehensive Long-term Drought Plan for the State Water Project (SWP). This plan addresses the potential impacts of future droughts ...
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A new study warns that a renewed trade war with China could cost California agricultural exporters up to $1 billion annually. Economists from UC Davis and North Dakota State University ...
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The United States and European Union are taking steps to acquire or manufacture H5N1 bird flu vaccines. Reports say the vaccines would protect at-risk poultry and dairy workers, veterinarians, and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, the long-term drought plan for the state water project is published and USDA ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) has secured $7 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP). ABC’s funding award is part of ...
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Common misconceptions about dams. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Many of us share some common misconceptions about dams. Gary Crawford has more. Listen to Gary Crawford’s This ...
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After several quarters of stagnant milk prices, the dairy industry is expecting a positive margin outlook through the rest of the year, according to the recent global dairy report from ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the availability of funding for the first five projects under the new Assisting Specialty Crop Exports initiative. The program aims to address non-tariff ...
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The deadline to apply for USDA’s trade mission to Vietnam is just days away. June 4th is the deadline to apply for the September trade mission. Under Secretary for Trade ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show information on funding for projects under the new Assisting Specialty Crop Exports Initiative. ...
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The latest Agricultural Export Yearbook shows exports of U.S. fresh fruit and vegetables increased in value last year. Exports reportedly reached a value of $7 billion last year, marking a ...
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Trends say food prices are stabilizing. Rod Bain has more coming up on This Land of Ours. Listen to Rod Bain’s This Land Of Ours program here.
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Lawmakers recently advanced the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act out of a subcommittee. The House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Innovation, Data and Commerce marked up and passed the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, federal agencies have announced a joint regulatory plan for biotechnology, and a new ...
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Weather experts are voicing concerns about hurricane season. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. With the Atlantic Hurricane Season beginning on June 1, AccuWeather meteorologists are concerned about ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for a trade mission to Vietnam later in the year. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service will be leading a trade mission September ...
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The Rock the Crop deadline is right around the corner. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Firestone Ag, a business of Bridgestone Americas, will close entries for the ...
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The Weed Science Society of America (WSSA) conducted a survey among U.S. and Canadian weed science leaders, highlighting the need for expanded technical competencies in weed science. Precision weed management ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced the recipients of the first round of the Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP), with several California-based entities to receive funding support. USDA ...
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North American industry groups are collaborating to raise concerns about the future of beef producers. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Confederación Nacional de Organizaciones Ganaderas, and Canadian Cattle Association sent ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show, nearly $28 million in RAPP funding is going to California-based groups and North ...
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The proposed farm bill is moving forward in the House. The House Agriculture Committee approved its version of the farm bill, H.R. 8467 Farm, Food and National Security Act of ...
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That warning from Sonoma County, California, Farm Bureau Executive Director Dayna Ghirardelli to farmers around the nation. She’s talking about animal activists who have selected Sonoma County as their target ...
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Staying food safe this summer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. As the weather heats up, so does the number of meals that will be served outside. Whether ...
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The U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 4763, the “Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act”, known as FIT21. It establishes federal requirements over digital asset markets and ...
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The California Air Resources Board and State Attorney General are being sued over the state’s emissions rules. Sixteen states, the Arizona Legislature, and the Nebraska Trucking Association are listed as ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show highlights the concerns about the trade relationship between the U.S. and China and features ...
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The California almond crop is projected to be approximately 3.00 billion pounds this year, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. If that comes to fruition it would be the ...
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There are a few things to keep in mind as grilling season kicks off this weekend… Food safety is important when it comes to grilling season so there are a ...
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Growers and crop care professionals are being asked to participate in a biologicals survey. Extension Entomologist and Professor in the Department of Horticulture at Oregon State University, Surendra Dara put ...
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The Organic Trade Association and The Organic Center have received a $2.2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Organic Market Development Grant aims to expand organic ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., as early summer arrives, growers are ramping up their pest management efforts. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s program features an in-depth discussion about the needs of the organic industry in California and ...
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The Delta Conveyance Project is anticipated to provide significantly more benefits when compared to the costs associated with the project. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) released a benefit-cost analysis ...
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It’s important to know where to find out food safety information when grilling. That’s coming up on This Land Of Ours. Meredith Carothers, food safety expert with the USDA’s Meat ...
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Over sixty organizations and one hundred projects are recipients of the first round of USDA Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) announced Tuesday. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack provides a timeline for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show highlights how California agriculture can be an example for the rest of the country ...
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The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is looking to raise the mill tax once again, raising concerns for farmers. California Farm Bureau’s FarmTeam is encouraging producers to reach out to ...
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Tractor Supply Company, in partnership with the National 4-H Council, announced that its Paper Clover Campaign raised over $1.3 million for 4-H youth nationwide, moving the fundraiser’s grand total to ...
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House Ag Chair GT Thompson is pushing back against Democrats’ attacks on his farm bill proposal, set for committee markup this Thursday. Thompson argues his newly named Farm, Food, and ...
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UC Organic Agriculture Institute (OAI) post-doctoral researcher Shriya Rangarajan and her team released key findings based on their organic needs assessment last month. She said that the survey took a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show highlights some new tools for California rice growers this season and an update on ...
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A new report from The Hill says that pharmaceutical, manufacturing, and agriculture interests have combined to spend over $400 million lobbying Congress on a new farm bill. The Union for ...
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The latest report from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) calls for a significantly larger almond crop than last year. California has set new benchmarks as part of the effort ...
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The agricultural community is praising the House Agriculture Committee for incorporating reforms to U.S. international food aid programs in the newly released Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2024. ...
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House Agriculture Ranking Member David Scott and Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow released the below statement following a meeting with House Agriculture Committee Democrats and Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries. “House ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features information about new initiatives to support the organic sector and an interview with ...
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Gary Crawford and USDA economist, Megan Sweitzer, lets us know about a new report showing food price inflation at a near standstill. Listen to Gary Crawford’s This Land Of Ours ...
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(USDA/WASHINGTON, May 15, 2024) — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced new programs, partnerships, grant awards and an additional $10 million in funding to expand the markets for organic products and help producers transition ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show highlights resources for the Department of Labor’s new H-2A rules and features information about ...
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New regulations for plastics in the European Union (EU) and Canada will impact American ag exporters. Canada’s Federal Plastic Registry, effective in 2025, mandates reporting from plastic resin manufacturers, product ...
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There is one week left to cast a vote in the Board of Directors election for the Almond Board of California (ABC). Ballots were mailed out on April 29 and ...
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USDA Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski explains how USDA came up with its projection for this season’s corn crop.
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A group of U.S. Senators are calling on the Senate Appropriations Committee to fully fund agricultural conservation programs in the FY 2025 funding bill. “Land-based mitigation measures in agriculture, forestry, ...
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The California Department of Water Resources released the latest Semi-Annual Groundwater Conditions report showing a marked improvement after a strong water year in 2023. The data show that California achieved ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights the emergency proclamations for San Joaquin Valley tomato growers and the initial findings ...
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A second state bans cultured meat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alabama is now the second state in the nation to ban the sale of cultured meat. ...
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The latest report from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) calls for a significantly larger almond crop than last year. The 2024 California Almond Forecast from USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics ...
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The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting two crucial mid-year surveys: the June Agricultural Survey and the June Area Survey, reaching out to nearly 3,000 producers in California ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, USDA expects a larger California almond crop. Plus, we hear from an expert ...
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The latest efforts to keep our milk supply safe. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Human and Health Services Secretary discusses some of the continued and increased ...
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The BeSure! Campaign from the Growing Matters coalition helps growers protect bees and other wildlife. Today we’re talking with Shine Taylor, Field Development Representative with Gowan Company, who gives some ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, USDA is seeking feedback from California producers about 2024 crops, stocks, inventories, and ...
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California has set new benchmarks as part of the effort to convert conventional ag production into organic systems. In the state’s 2022 Scoping Plan for Achieving Carbon Neutrality, a goal ...
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Nominations are open for the Farm Dog of the Year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation’s seventh annual Farm Dog of the Year ...
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A group of lawmakers is putting some weight on the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service in response to NASS cutting off some important reports. U.S. Representative Tracey Mann (R-KS-01), who ...
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Industry groups and agricultural organizations are rallying behind the newly proposed farm bill frameworks from the U.S. Senate and House Agriculture Committees. The Almond Board of California reports that the ...
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A group of lawmakers is putting some weight on the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) in response to NASS cutting off some important reports. NASS cited budget restraints when ...
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The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and Public Lands Council (PLC) have raised concerns with the White House Council on Environmental Quality’s (CEQ) final Phase 2 rule amending the National ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, industry groups raise concern about new labor rules and a California rancher successfully ...
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The National Council of Agricultural Employers (NCAE) has expressed significant disappointment with the new 600-page regulation from the Department of Labor (DOL). In a scathing response to the rule, Council ...
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Farmers are making fewer changes this year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Low commodity prices, high input costs, and disappointing 2023 growing season results are influencing farmer ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Representative Tracey Mann (R-KS) joins Sabrina Halvorson to discuss USDA’s move to stop providing important July ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) highlights how their Farm Loan Programs can support climate-smart agriculture practices, aiding farmers and ranchers in enhancing environmental stewardship. Loans ...
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The Seeds for Bees program from Project Apis M. is currently accepting applications for the 2024-2025 growing season. Stetcyn Maldonado, the program manager, explained that new participants receive up to ...
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A look at the cost of the Texas Panhandle wildfires. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service economists project the Panhandle wildfires caused ...
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The farm bill frameworks from the U.S. House and Senate Agriculture Committees include specific funding for combating Huanglongbing (HLB). Both frameworks continue funding the Emergency Citrus Disease Research and Extension ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show takes a look at funding to support the citrus industry included in the farm ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., mite concerns will be right around the corner with temperatures rising. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll ...
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The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has a variety of programs that benefit producers across the Southeast in many ways and on many operations. This includes through the Environmental ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $1.3 million in Working Lands for Wildlife programs in California. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service is accepting applications for the 2024 Sage ...
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How NASA and ag have worked together for decades. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration, more commonly known as NASA, made an ...
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Experts say a California farm labor union law is moving into areas like Michigan and New York and could soon be in other states. It’s called the California Ag Labor ...
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The BeSure! Campaign from the Growing Matters coalition helps growers protect bees and other wildlife. Today we’re talking with Jeff Marvin, the senior Director of Research and Development for PBI ...
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Cooperative Extension Table Grape Advisor for Tulare and Kings Counties, Joy Hollingsworth conducted a needs assessment to better understand the priorities and concerns within the grape industry. The survey was ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show, why compensation for H5N1-infected dairies is a complex issue and a new soil ...
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Organic strawberry growers in California can enhance yields and plant health through anaerobic soil disinfestation (ASD), a technique pioneered through UC Cooperative Extension research. Initially developed to combat soil-borne pathogens ...
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Scientists are trying to find the best ways to mix solar panels and working farms. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show features results of a survey on the California grape industry and a recent report ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) reports that the state’s bearing almond acreage has declined for the first time in nearly 30 years. Land IQ delivered the 2024 Standing Acreage ...
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Water allocations for both the State Water Project and Central Valley Project have been increased slightly. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has instituted new protocols aimed at curtailing the spread ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering educational tools and resources to help promote financial access for farmers. USDA has launched a new online Livestock Indemnity Program Decision Tool ...
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Industry groups and agricultural organizations are rallying behind the newly proposed farm bill frameworks from the U.S. Senate and House Agriculture Committees. The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) has ...
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USDA has announced new nutrition standards for school meals. What are the current requirements for milk in school meals? Schools may currently offer fat-free and low-fat (1 percent fat) milk, ...
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Cross-border health care is growing in popularity as Mexico increasingly provides innovative, technologically advanced medical services at a cost-savings for employers. In fact, close to a million Americans cross the ...
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A group of more than 30 agricultural organizations is calling for a more aggressive approach to trade. In a letter sent to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai, the groups emphasize ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. On today’s show House and Senate ag leaders released their plans for the farm bill. Hear ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom, with the support of the Department of Water Resources (DWR) and other state agencies, signed into effect new developments for the California Water Plan which details water ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) has sent out ballots for its Board of Directors election. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said “the 2024-2025 Board of Directors ...
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The Agriculture Secretary says the new IRS tax credit policy for sustainable aviation fuel is a big win for climate smart farmers. Gary Crawford reports with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack.
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Ag leaders in both the House and Senate release their versions of the farm bill. Our Sabrina Halvorson was in Washington D.C. for the announcements. House and Senate ag leaders ...
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U.S. House and Senate Agriculture committees have each released a 2024 Farm Bill overview on Wednesday. Senate Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow presented the Rural Prosperity and Food Security Act, a comprehensive ...
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The Department of Labor (DOL) has issued a final rule aimed at strengthening protections for temporary ag workers by making several changes to the H-2A program. DOL has noted the ...
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(USDA/WASHINGTON D.C./ April 26, 2024) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced its final determination to declare Salmonella an adulterant in raw breaded stuffed chicken products ...
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The BeSure! campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition helps growers protect bees and other wildlife. To learn more about pesticide safety for pollinators, we’re talking with Todd Hanson, Bayer Product Manager for corn seed ...
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The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California is accepting applications for two programs to help support bird populations. The Migratory Bird Resurgence Initiative (MBRI), authorized by the 2018 ...
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The Texas ag commissioner is thanking the nation for sending help. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. As Texas continues recovering from the devastating fires in the Panhandle, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights a critical crop protection material available for Central Valley tomato growers, disappointment in ...
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The Bureau of Reclamation announced a slight increase in the Central Valley Project (CVP) 2024 water supply allocation for south-of-Delta contractors and those in the Friant Division. South-of-Delta agricultural contractors ...
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Legislation has been introduced to help better support the specialty crop industry. The Specialty Crops Security Act of 2024 seeks to bolster the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP), increasing ...
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Food price inflation this year could be the smallest in several years. Gary Crawford has more in today’s This Land of Ours report.
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The Environmental Protection Agency announced its final rule to designate the two most common PFAS chemicals as hazardous materials under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act or CERCLA, ...
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The State Water Resources Control Board has made a significant decision regarding the Tulare Lake Subbasin. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has unveiled updates to its Herbicide Strategy, aiming to ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Alexis Taylor, is leading an agribusiness trade mission to Bogotá, Colombia from August 13-15, 2024. The mission ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show goes over delays in the implementation of the Clean Truck Check rule and the ...
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More than 60 agricultural organizations have formed a new coalition aimed at safeguarding American farmers’ access to essential crop protection tools. Led by Bayer, the Modern Ag Alliance advocates for ...
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This week’s U.S. Agricultural trade mission in India could set the stage for growing trade between the U.S. and India while also sparking some near-term sales as well. Gary Crawford ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights concerns about EPA’s new herbicide strategy and another increase in water allocations for ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has instituted new protocols aimed at curtailing the spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) introduced ...
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The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has announced another increase to the State Water Project allocation. Last month, DWR updated the allocation to 30 percent of requested supplies. The latest ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) has seen remarkable success in the Own Your Prime campaign with Coach Prime, Deion Sanders. ABC’s Marketing Director for North America and China, Laura ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes efforts to highlight ag as part of the solution for endangered species and ...
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A recent report by the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP) highlights concerns with the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). The report from IATP suggests that expensive practices with ...
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Government experts say our milk supply remains safe despite an unusual outbreak of bird flu. Testing has revealed trace amounts of the bird flu virus that has affected dairy cows ...
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Ten years of USDA Climate Hubs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA Regional Climate Hubs are still operating after ten years and still helping farmers deal with ...
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Almonds have been cultivated for thousands of years, and as it turns out, California is the largest producer of almonds globally, accounting for more than 80% of the world’s almond ...
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Cow-to-cow transmission of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has been confirmed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The virus has been confirmed in 26 herds so far, in eight ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes industry calls for full funding of the Sustainable Agriculture Research and Education program ...
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Six major commodity groups oppose Corteva Agribusiness’s petition for antidumping and countervailing duties on 2,4-D imports from India and China. The organizations argue that such duties could restrict farmers’ access ...
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The BeSure! campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition helps growers protect bees and other wildlife. To learn more about what we can do, we’re talking with Nick Tinsley, Seed Treatment Technical Field Representative with ...
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Members of 4-H chapters across the U.S. and its territories gather in the U.S. Capital Region starting Friday for the annual National 4-H Convention. Rod Bain reporting with Annie Ceccarini ...
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As the hulls split open in preparation for shaking, drying and harvesting, growers should keep the threat of fire ants in mind. Protein-feeding ants have the ability to quickly damage ...
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The global race is on for existing and prospective sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Those words from the Oil Price Information Service (OPIS), which held a webinar this week titled Putting ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show, the EPA revises herbicide strategies, and the Biden Administration makes new announcements on ...
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Efforts to combat challenges with invasive fruit fly are ramping up federally and at the state level, as the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service ...
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The citrus industry is making preparations to hopefully avoid another bad year for citrus thrips. The California Air Resources Board is delaying the smog check component of the program for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes information on additional funding to support a citrus breeding program and differing opinions ...
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Congress has allocated an additional $500,000 to help support a new citrus breeding program in Parlier. Both the Citrus Research Board (CRB) and California Citrus Mutual (CCM) praised congressional leaders ...
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The University of Missouri Food and Agricultural Policy Research Institute recently released its 2024 Outlook for U.S. Agriculture (.pdf). They project that American sugar production remains strong and expect production ...
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Updates to the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) are receiving mixed responses. The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has celebrated the updates to the WIC ...
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Seeing a threat to the future of agriculture in the United States, American Farmland Trust (AFT) launched a new product certification in March including a “U.S. Farmed” label, to promote ...
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The ag department is bringing more healthy foods to more people. Gary Crawford has the story in today’s This Land of Ours report.
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The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) has made a significant decision regarding the Tulare Lake Subbasin. After a lengthy meeting, the SWRCB placed the subbasin on probationary status over ...
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The Senate Ag Appropriations Committee held a hearing Tuesday to examine the President’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Request for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack detailed several ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has unveiled updates to its Herbicide Strategy, aiming to strike a balance between helping farmers and safeguarding endangered species. This strategy, part of the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes this week’s Almond Update, on how the almond stewardship story gets even better ...
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The environmental stewardship aspect of almond production continues to improve year after year. President and CEO of the Almond Board of California (ABC), Clarice Turner recently highlighted the strides the ...
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A farmland landscape may not make many people think of a place rich in scientific research and discovery, but it should! In this episode of Voices of the Valley Megan ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes the increasing costs for California growers to monitor and the outlook for mandarins ...
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A requirement under the Clean Truck Check program has been pushed back. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is delaying the smog check component of the program for an additional ...
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Agriculture again reduces its greenhouse gas emissions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. New data released this month from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) shows agriculture decreased its ...
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The citrus industry is making preparations to hopefully avoid another bad year for citrus thrips. General Manager of Cobblestone Fruit, Colby Campbell said damage last year was some of the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes information on the 2024 Congressional Specialty Crops Caucus and the importance of diversifying ...
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The agriculture secretary discusses the difficulties of the farm bill. Rod Bain has more.
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Under Secretary Alexis Taylor will lead a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) trade mission to New Delhi, India in the coming weeks. The delegation includes 47 businesses, 11 State Departments ...
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There’s a bigger prize for top ag innovators. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation, in partnership with Farm Credit, is doubling the top ...
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Specialty crops are once again getting a special focus in congress with the bipartisan 2024 Congressional Specialty Crops Caucus. Co-chairs include Republicans David Valadao of California and David Rouzer of ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking applications for fiscal year 2025 funding for five export market development programs. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service recently published the Notices of Funding ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes why the citrus industry is making preparations to avoid another bad thrip damage ...
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California prune growers will soon have new prune varieties in orchards as the UC Davis Prune Breeding Program announced its latest developments. The UC Yolo Gold and J2N varieties offer ...
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American cotton growers now have improved export opportunities in Bangladesh. For almost five decades, Bangladesh mandated the fumigation of U.S. cotton due to boll weevil concerns. Collaboration between the U.S. ...
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Here is this week’s ‘Fungicide Resistance Management Minute’ brought to you by Corteva. We’re hearing from Lindee Love, Corteva’s Strategic Account Manager in Northern California on how protecting the crop ...
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Changes to the USDA Orange Production forecast. Will there be more or less? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.
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California almond growers will have some increased export opportunities in the United Kingdom. There are various legislative efforts underway in several states to provide legal protections to pesticide manufacturers. The ...
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This week we visit with Congressman Austin Scott (R-GA) who tells us why he thinks there should be separate farm and nutrition bills. Each week we highlight essential legislative and ...
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There may be some progress on the farm bill. Georgia republican Congressman Austin Scott hopes Farm bill language will be ready for release in the next couple of weeks. “We ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show, Brian German speaks with the CEO of Western United Dairies, Anja Raudabaugh, about ...
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The Meat and Poultry Products Industry Coalition (MPP) is contesting the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed wastewater guidelines. The proposed EPA rule expands regulatory reach to include more meat and ...
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Consumers last month were paying a lot more for shelter and gasoline, but not for food. Gary Crawford has more in today’s This Land of Ours report.
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes this week’s Almond Update on why almonds have a tremendous opportunity for growth ...
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New legislation aims to improve risk management in agriculture and supporters say it goes beyond the farm. Senator John Hoeven, a senior member of the Senate Agriculture Committee and Ranking ...
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As of April 10, no cases of avian influenza have been confirmed in California herds, but worries persist. “Right now, we’re pathogen-free here in California and we’re hoping to stay ...
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Here is this week’s ‘Fungicide Resistance Management Minute’ brought to you by Corteva. We’re hearing from Lindee Love, Corteva’s Strategic Account Manager in Northern California on a program approach for ...
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The Indian market is already a substantial one for California almonds. However, there is potential for even further market development. Clarice Turner recently visited India for the first time in ...
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The dairy industry responds to a new WIC final rule. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association ...
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U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Katherine Tai released the 2024 National Trade Estimate Report on Foreign Trade Barriers (NTE Report). The report highlights challenges such as opaque regulations in key markets ...
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USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) announced Tuesday that it is canceling the July Cattle report and discontinuing the Cotton Objective Yield Survey and all County Estimates for Crops and ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., disease management programs are being deployed in orchards. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll emphasizes the need ...
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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health (MSCCH) brought together health, climate and food security experts to discuss how to better support food security along with human and planetary ...
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Beginning tomorrow, California almond growers will have some increased export opportunities in the United Kingdom. The UK has decided to suspend tariffs for at least two years on a variety ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes details on the EPA’s new rules for a legally enforceable PFAS drinking water ...
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The politics of climate change and how its affecting farmers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Researcher Dr. Margiana Petersen-Rockney says the topic of climate change is highly ...
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The Global Coalition of Fresh Produce has launched its second global survey on the costs of fruit and vegetable production and trading. The effort is underway as a follow-up to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show features information on the floating solar project on the Delta-Mendota Canal and practices for ...
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California’s Delta-Mendota Canal is set to undergo a transformative initiative with a $15 million investment to install solar panels. The project aims to cover the canal with solar arrays, offering ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making significant investment in the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). The program aims to support conservation and climate solutions through partner-driven projects. A ...
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Global food prices have dropped for the last seven months, but that may be slowing down. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United Nations Food and Agricultural ...
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Here is this week’s ‘Fungicide Resistance Management Minute’ brought to you by Corteva. We’re hearing from Lindee Love, Corteva’s Strategic Account Manager in Northern California on what to consider when ...
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In February, America’s trade deficit reached $68.9 billion, the highest disparity in almost a year. The Hill says import values exceeded exports by more than analysts were expecting. The total ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s show: there’s only a week left to apply for the California Ag Leadership Program ...
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The 2023 State of Organic Produce report from the Organic Produce Network and Category Partners, details how the industry did in terms of sales and volume for the previous year. ...
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Another state confirms bird flu in dairy cattle. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Ohio now has its first case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) found in ...
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Measurements taken by the Department of Water Resources show that the California snowpack has hit the historical average. Operating costs for pistachio growers have been steadily increasing since 2020, while ...
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In this week’s episode, we talk with Jacqueline Heard, the founder and CEO of Enko Inc. about starting an ag tech company in the current business environment, the successes she’s ...
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Here is this week’s ‘Fungicide Resistance Management Minute’ brought to you by Corteva. We’re hearing from Lindee Love, Corteva’s Strategic Account Manager in Northern California on the causes of fungicide ...
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Various legislative efforts are underway to provide legal immunity to pesticide manufacturers. Supported by major agribusinesses, a bill proposed in Iowa aims to shield manufacturers from lawsuits related to insufficient ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show covers legislative efforts to provide legal immunity for pesticide manufacturers and opportunities for U.S. ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled a significant investment of $124 million in renewable energy and fertilizer production projects across 44 states. These initiatives aim to reduce energy ...
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Want to joint the national Mushroom Council. Now’s your chance. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA wants nominations for the Mushroom Council to fill three seats ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights the latest snow survey information as well as investments in conservation efforts on ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing up to $22 million in partnerships to enhance conservation technical assistance for livestock producers and promote conservation practices on grazing lands. The ...
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There is a wide variety of incentive opportunities that are available to help almond growers. Grower with Evans Farming and owner of Evans Ag Consulting, Kelli Evans participated in a ...
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How technology is increasing ag productivity. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Technological developments in agriculture have enabled continued output growth without requiring many additional inputs. Innovations in ...
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Measurements taken by the Department of Water Resources (DWR) show that the California snowpack has hit the historical average. The manual snow survey conducted at Phillips Station recorded 64 inches ...
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The Farm Transition Act of 2024 proposes the reauthorization of the Commission on Farm Transitions to address the forthcoming transfer of over 370 million acres of farmland in the United ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes a pistachio grower highlighting the importance of preplant irrigation for cover crops, and ...
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Here is this week’s ‘Fungicide Resistance Management Minute’ brought to you by Corteva. We’re hearing from Lindee Love, Corteva’s Strategic Account Manager in Northern California on the importance of talking ...
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First cows and now a human. An update on the U.S. bird flu situation coming up on This Land of Ours. Medical professionals have confirmed the a rare of Highly ...
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Operating costs for pistachio growers have been steadily increasing over the past few years, while average prices have been trending in the opposite direction. Assistant Professor in Cooperative Extension in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show includes successes for California on a trade mission to South Korea, and how improved ...
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Several California agricultural leaders, including Ag Secretary Karen Ross, are back from a week-long trade mission overseas. Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Alexis M. Taylor led the South Korea trade mission, which included representatives from 49 companies and organizations from around the U.S. Taylor said it was a success that offered a lot of opportunities for California’s specialty crops.
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The Department of Water Resources has allocated $187 million across 32 groundwater subbasins as part of the Sustainable Groundwater Management (SGM) Grant Program. This significant funding infusion will bolster 103 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers comments from a group against farm worker wage increases, California releasing its Racial ...
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The timeline for the California citrus season is later than average but is getting started in the Coachella and Imperial valleys. Rainstorms have been a recurring theme for 2023, causing ...
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The cost of ag labor is expected to rise. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Total cash labor expenses for the U.S. agriculture sector are forecast to be ...
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Now that California’s Prop 12 is in effect, hog producers around the nation are having to decide if they’re going to change their operations to comply. National Pork Producers Council ...
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After the announcement back in June regarding a tariff reduction for U.S. almonds, Indian officials have made good on their commitment. As of September 6, the tariff rate has been ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California Walnut production expectations, Animal Ag Alliance’s college Aggies Scholarship program, and the ...
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World food prices were lower last month. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization’s Food Price Index averaged 121.4 points in August, a ...
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Milk loss assistance is being made available by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Announced today, assistance from the Milk Loss Program (MLP) can be applied for through October 16. ...
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Exotic fruit flies of a variety of different types have been more problematic in 2023. Several quarantines have been issued by the California Department of Agriculture (CDFA) to help manage ...
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Election season is getting underway, and one ag group wants candidates to talk about trade. As election season begins to kick into full gear, the agricultural organization Farmers for Free ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the specialty crop industry wanting market support and mechanization as farm bill priorities, ...
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There’s another challenge to GMOs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Center for Food Safety filed a legal appeal (.pdf) against the USDA in response to its ...
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Wind and rain from Hurricane Hilary have dealt a significant blow to the table grape industry at a critical time of the season. VP of Crops and Soils at Van ...
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The Farm Bill, progress on current agreements, and campaign promises. There’s a lot going on in the world of trade. Brian Kuehl, Executive Director of Farmers for Free Trade joins ...
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There is one week left to apply for the new Organic Transition Pilot Program from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). Eligible organizations have until September 15 to ...
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A trade group wants to see more aggressive deals from the Biden Administration. The Biden Administration has taken some heat during its first two years for a lack of new ...
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A new strain of the fusarium wilt pathogen could become a substantial problem for strawberry growers. Research Plant Pathologist with the USDA Agricultural Research Service, Peter Henry said the new ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers trade funding in the farm bill, processing tomatoes foretasted at 23% more than ...
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How people around the nation can take part in California Wine Month. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. September is the 19th annual California Wine Month and wine ...
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Agricultural producers interested in innovation grants will have until October 30 to submit an application. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be investing $65 million in conservation grant opportunities. ...
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The deadline is here. The current farm bill expires at the end of this month, and lawmakers don’t seem close to passing a new one. There are many questions left ...
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Researchers at the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) may have found a promising solution to combat Huanglongbing (HLB). The breakthrough comes from the ARS Crop Improvement and Genetics Research unit in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how to access incentive information for almond growers, trade programs in the Farm ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is making it easier for growers to access incentive opportunities. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said they have redesigned their Almonds.com/Incentives ...
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Taking a look at the projected growth for ag markets. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Business Research Company’s latest look into the growth of agricultural markets ...
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California’s 2023 walnut production is expected to reach 790,000 tons, marking a five percent increase compared to 2022. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), walnut production was measured ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers West Coast port workers finally ratifying a contract, why multiyear testing important for ...
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Who could be eligible to apply for assistance from the 22007 Program? Gary Crawford tells us in today’s This Land of Ours report. Have you been discriminated against in the ...
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California Governor Gavin Newsom has taken action to expedite recovery efforts in the central coast region following devastating floods in March. The floods, caused by record rainfall in the Pajaro ...
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California’s processing tomato industry is gearing up for a strong season, with contracted production forecasted to reach 12.9 million tons, averaging 50.8 tons per acre. This projection represents a substantial ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show covers how USDA funding will help farmers lower energy costs and the Farm Bureau Foodies. Tune ...
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There’s no better time to learn about food safety than during National Food Safety Education Month. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This month, the U.S. Food and ...
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Wind and rain from Hurricane Hilary have dealt a significant blow to the table grape industry at a critical time of the season. Most of the 90 different varieties that ...
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The legislation that would provide a California FAIR plan expansion passed through the California Assembly on August 24. Co-sponsored by the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) and the California Department ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an expansion of crop insurance options with the introduction of the Grapevine insurance program. This program offers coverage for the loss of ...
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If you’ve been discriminated against in the past by USDA, officials want you to know about a special program of financial assistance. Gary Crawford has the story coming up on ...
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A revised Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule has been released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army. The Foundation for Food & Agriculture ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers growers inundated with citrus thrip populations this year, a domestic almond campaign kicking ...
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Watermelon season has been a tough one this year after a late start due to the weather. VP of Crops and Soils at Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated, Bryan Van ...
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A long time U.S. Forest Service pathologist uses decades of observation of local forests to determine threats of disease, invasive pests, and wildfire. Rod Bain has the story coming up ...
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The California and Arizona departments of agriculture have received funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for four citrus projects. Funding comes from USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service’s (AMS) 2023 ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has unveiled enhancements to crop insurance offerings, benefitting small and diverse farmers. This upgrade affects the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) and Micro Farm insurance ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers new marketing approaches to help build almond demand, increases in wage rates impacting ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is taking some new marketing approaches for the new crop year. A domestic campaign featuring Hall of Fame athlete Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders is ...
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The results of a checkoff-initiated smoothie program pilot showed increased milk and yogurt consumption and will be offered to more schools this fall. Research shows fruit smoothies are more popular ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Calimyrna Fig Salad with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Calimyrna Fig Salad below. ...
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Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) has been furthering sustainability efforts within the almond industry for several years. Grower members can receive a higher price per pound of almonds by participating in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the EPA amending the WOTUS rule, ag groups urging presidential candidates to boost ...
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More detailed data on our increasing waistlines. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Regional obesity rates grew further apart during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to USDA’s Economic Research ...
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A revised Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule has been released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army. The action comes after the U.S. ...
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) says in order to conform to the Supreme Court’s ruling in the Sackett v. EPA case, it and the U.S. Department of the Army are amending the 2023 definition of ...
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Nearly two dozen agricultural organizations are encouraging the development of new trade opportunities. A letter was sent imploring 2024 presidential candidates to focus on improving market access for ag products. ...
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Multiple entities are combining efforts to help address the threat of Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV). The Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) is supporting work at UC Davis ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the importance of Farm Bill Programs, the value of California foundation for Agriculture ...
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The facts on internet use on farms may surprise you. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA’s 2023 Technology Use on Farms report found the areas that ...
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It appears the California avocado industry got through the recent storm system largely unscathed. California Avocado Commission (CAC) President Jeff Oberman said that this year’s harvest is just about finished. ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) will be funding 46 specialty crop projects through grant support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Projects are aimed at bolstering ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Senate Bill 505 now awaiting Newsom’s signature, the table olive forecast nearly doubling ...
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How the agriculture department works to keep animals healthy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA has a multi-layered approach to protecting our livestock industry from high-consequence foreign ...
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A tropical storm that made landfall in California for the first time in more than 80 years brought significant wind and rain to the state. The coming season is anticipated ...
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Things are heating up over the EATS Act. Supporters of the bill say the Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression (EATS) Act would prevent states from regulating farmers and ranchers nationwide. But ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has extended the deadline to apply for the Angola trade mission. USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is now accepting applications through Friday, September 1. ...
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The hearing to consider changes to the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) officially got underway in Carmel, Indiana. Testimony from dairy producers and other industry stakeholders began on August 23. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers increases in minimum wage in 2024, the effects of wildfire smoke on US ...
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More than a quarter of the Senate has now signed on to a bill to protect AM radio. The Senate’s AM in Every Vehicle Act, S1669, continues to gain momentum ...
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Lawmakers are looking to enhance resiliency to drought and flooding by making improvements to an important Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) program. U.S. Senators Michael Bennet, Deb Fischer, and Jeff ...
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Ensuring the integrity of child nutrition programs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. U. S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) Wednesday published a final ...
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Things are heating up over the EATS Act. Supporters of the bill say the Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression (EATS) Act would prevent states from regulating farmers and ranchers nationwide. “The ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the two sides of the EATS Act, the ABC’s newest campaign to target ...
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that Jim Jones will serve as the first Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods. Jones will report directly to the FDA Commissioner ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) has launched a new effort to help increase domestic consumption of almonds. ABC Marketing Director for North America and China, Laura Morin said the ...
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What state is the leader in peach production? The answer may surprise you. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. While Georgia is on many consumers’ minds when it ...
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The Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) recently released findings from an independent study assessing its mill fee. This evaluation aimed to secure sustainable funding for DPR’s mission and encourage eco-friendly ...
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The California walnut industry is poised for a turnaround in 2023. Industry optimism follows a string of challenging years marked by drought, poor returns for growers, COVID-related market disruptions, supply ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impacts of the recent tropical storm on Fresno County crops, CDFA’s soil ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is accepting proposals for the 2024 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). The program is designed to help support the competitiveness of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers foreign-owned farm land, the Blue Diamond Climate-Smart program helping to expand sustainability goals, ...
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A tropical storm that made landfall in California for the first time in more than 80 years brought significant wind and rain to the state. Southern California was hit the ...
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There’s just over a month until the current farm bill expires, and some lawmakers are gearing up for a tough fight. Florida Congresswoman Kat Cammack (R-FL) spoke at the Sweetener ...
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It’s an ag conference like no other. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The date is set for the 2024 U.S. Worm Farm Conference. More than 50 worm ...
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A proposed rule to strengthen horse protection. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks public input on a proposed rule ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is still accepting feedback on how the agency should address Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV). USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers innovations to grow animal feed indoors, a representative’s vow to fight Prop 12 ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has rejected petitions that sought stricter regulations for confined animal feeding operations (CAFOs). Environmental groups had initially sent the CAFO petitions back in 2017 ...
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About three percent of agricultural land in the United States is owned by foreign entities. But U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer, a Republican from North Dakota, thinks even that may be ...
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The ag lending industry is sending help to Hawaii. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Farm Credit Association, American AgCredit, rural banking partner CoBank, and The Federal Agricultural ...
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How much of our U.S. ag land should belong to our adversaries? About three percent of agricultural land in the United States is owned by foreign entities. But U.S. Senator ...
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The California Air Resources Board is accepting applications for the Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions (FARMER) program. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a draft white paper ...
Read More The post Week in Review: Deadline Approaches for FARMER Program & Concerns with EPA’s Vulnerable Species Pilot Program appeared first on AgNet West.
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the increase in wages for salaried employees, CFFA monitoring issues in the state ...
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If you gained a bit of weight during the pandemic, you weren’t alone. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. New data from USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) shows ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the possibility of a Farm Bill extension, Small Farms Network becoming part of ...
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Gen Z is called the foodie generation, but recent research shows a darker side to their relationship with food. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A wide-ranging research study from ...
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Vice President and Chief Operating Officer of Grow West, Lucas Schmidt said that several organizational lessons have been learned over the past few years. Schmidt described some of his experiences ...
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is accepting applications for the Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions (FARMER) program. A total of $5.4 million in funding is being made ...
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We spent more of our income on food in 2022. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. U.S. consumers spent an average of 11.3 percent of their disposable personal ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers reason behind the minimum wage increase, cultural practices that help growers reduce the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the three enrollment levels of climate smart cotton program, economist hope for the ...
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A new program aims to help farmers manage phosphorus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A series of online training modules is now freely available to farmers, engineers, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Farm Bill addressing Prop 12, free resources for ag landowners, positive economic impact ...
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A new study links soil health and farm profitability. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Soil Health Institute (SHI) and the National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) ...
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This week host Sabrina Halvorson had the opportunity to meet in person with Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, John Boozman of Arkansas, along with Ranking Member of the ...
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A new study from the UC Davis Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics and UC Cooperative Extension highlights production cost increases for processing tomatoes. Canada will once again be implementing ...
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Another project made possible through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities will be making funding available to farmers. USDA is investing a total of $3.1 billion in ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced approximately $530 million in additional, automatic financial assistance for qualifying guaranteed Farm Loan Programs (FLP) borrowers who are facing financial risk. The announcement is ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the revisions to Form I-9, some resources offered through UC Small Farms Network, ...
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The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) announces a new collaboration with the largest culinary school brand in the United States. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Farm Bureau’s ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a draft white paper in support of its Vulnerable Species Pilot program. EPA identified mitigation measures for 27 species that are considered vulnerable ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers registration details for the Almond Conference, transportation infrastructure being critical for meeting the ...
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Almond Conference registration will be opening next week. The event returns to the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in downtown Sacramento, December 5-7. Senior Specialist of Industry Relations for the ...
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An unprecedented amount of federal funding is available to expand broadband connectivity across rural America. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Rick Cimerman is vice president of state ...
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Blue Diamond Growers (BDG) is expanding their sustainability efforts with support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The funding is being made available through USDA’s Partnership for Climate-Smart Commodities ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the NFU and EPA on the Right to Repair issue, organic fresh produce ...
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The Westside Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (Westside GSP) has officially been approved by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR). A recommendation of approval had been announced back in March. ...
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The FFA reaches a milestone. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National FFA Organization Monday announced a record-high student membership of 945,988, an increase of 11 percent ...
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An executive order was recently signed by Governor Gavin Newsom to help California better prepare for the next wet season. The order is specifically aimed at expediting critical measures including ...
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The Clean Air Act (CCA) does not prevent farmers and independent businesses from making repairs to farming equipment. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Michael Regan made that clear in a ...
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Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, Senator John Boozman (R-AR) doesn’t mince words when it comes to conservation programs in the farm bill. “We talk about what needs to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the rough watermelon season, a macro economic look at the factors impacting farming, ...
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Economic headwinds aren’t stopping farmland growth. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Value of U.S. farmland continues to grow, despite economic headwinds. USDA economist, Shawn Arita, says ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers plant research partnerships, legislation to create a permanent disaster relief program, the dairy ...
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Grant funding is being made available from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). Two programs are accepting applications for projects to improve integrated pest management (IPM) research and outreach. ...
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The August recess isn’t break for lawmakers, and farmers are encouraged to remember that. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Lawmakers from the House and Senate are on ...
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The Growing Access to Environmental Sustainability (GATES) Act seeks to reduce barriers that producers face in accessing agricultural conservation programs. Congressman John Duarte, a farmer from California, is on the ...
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First quarantine in the Western Hemisphere for Tau fruit fly was enacted in Los Angeles County. The recent citrus forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture highlights a small decline ...
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Canada will once again be implementing additional import requirements for romaine lettuce from the Salinas Valley region. The additional requirements implemented by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) will be ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Wild Berry Lemonade Sorbet with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Wild Berry ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers managing the broomrape threat, an offer to pay Delta farmers for flooding parts ...
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Using a moth to slow the spread of an invasive plant. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The invasive Old World Climbing Fern was introduced to Florida’s ecosystem ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CARB setting standards for other ag producing states, CDFA’s manure management program enrollment ...
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A new study from the UC Davis Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics and UC Cooperative Extension highlights production cost increases for processing tomatoes. The Sample Costs to Produce Processing ...
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Honeybee losses continue in the U.S. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new USDA report on U.S. honeybee colonies shows continued high losses of those colonies. USDA’s Gary ...
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Clarice Turner will be taking over as CEO of the Almond Board of California (ABC) at the end of the year. The recent announcement was made after a lengthy and ...
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Two pieces of specialty crop legislation were recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. The bills are being supported by various agricultural organizations representing the specialty crop industry. A ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show features an update on the labor negotiation happening at American ports, details of delayed ...
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Dairy innovation grants are available from the Pacific Coast Coalition Dairy Business Initiative (PCC-DBII), hosted by Fresno State. The third cycle of the grant awards will make funding available to ...
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Gas prices are rising once again. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The nation’s average gasoline price soared 16.5 cents in the last week to $3.72 per gallon, ...
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The USDA’s Grasslands Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) saw a large amount of enrollment this year. In fact, John Berge, Acting Deputy Administrator for Farm Programs at the Farm Service Agency ...
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The new Luna UCR avocado variety developed at UC Riverside offers valuable attributes for growers. It is a “B” flower type so it can serve as a pollinizer for other ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the positive outlook for California berries, the record enrollment in CRP, a conversation ...
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A familiar trademark is turning fifty. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Seal of Cotton trademark from Cotton Incorporated is turning 50 this year. It was created ...
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Several California water projects are receiving additional federal funding through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Funding for California projects is part of a larger overall investment of $152 million in various ...
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Organic dairy producers have more time to submit applications for the USDA’s Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP). The program was established to help mitigate several factors that have created ...
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A quarantine has been put in place in an area of Los Angeles County due to a Tau fruit fly detection. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) reported ...
Read More The post Nearly 80 Square Mile Quarantine Enacted in Response to Tau Fruit Fly Detection appeared first on AgNet West.
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the DWR approving 10 more GSPs, citrus forecast showing a decline from early ...
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The Growing Access to Environmental Sustainability (GATES) Act seeks to reduce barriers that producers face in accessing agricultural conservation programs. Congressman John Duarte, a farmer from California, is on the ...
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Farm Bill priorities for the biotech industry. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Biotechnology Innovation Organization (BIO) says the next Farm Bill offers opportunities to invest in ...
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This week, Sabrina reported on a proposed amendment to the ag appropriations bill. The amendment states that none of the funds made available by the bill may be used to ...
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Three groundwater sustainability agencies will be receiving funding through the second phase of LandFlex. Similar to the development of the overall Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap, the plans for implementation will ...
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The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) has endorsed three pieces of legislation recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Comprised of more than 200 specialty crop organizations, SCFBA ...
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The Department of Water Resources (DWR) recently announced the approval of additional groundwater sustainability plans (GSPs). Ten plans were approved for non-critically overdrafted groundwater basins. Approval was given to the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers comments from representative Duarte on the GATES Act, the relationship between agriculture and ...
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The cost of eating at home is stabilizing, but dining out may cost more. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The latest information from the USDA says that ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reported a record-setting year for Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) signups. USDA received 4.6 million acres in offers. Nearly 2.7 million acres in offers ...
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The recent citrus forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) highlights a small decline in overall production. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is expecting 2.52 million tons for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the introduction of the COWS Act, factors allowing the milk price to skyrocket ...
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The 2023 Almond Conference will be returning to the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in downtown Sacramento. Registration will open on August 15 and the conference will be taking place ...
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There’s a request for information from cotton growers around the U.S. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cotton Incorporated is asking all U.S. cotton producers to take the ...
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(NCBA/WASHINGTON, D. C./July 26, 2023) — Today, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Todd Wilkinson, a South Dakota cattle producer, responded to attacks on the Beef Checkoff and NCBA from animal ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Potato Chips with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Perfect Potato Chips Listen to Albert prepare ...
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Several 1890 Land-grant Universities are getting significant funding support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). More than $33 million will be invested in an effort to support capacity-building efforts. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a new invasive pest found in California, research projects looking at tadpole shrimp ...
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It’s another type of recycling on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Farmers who utilize manure as a fertilizer mostly get the aromatic livestock byproduct from ...
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The cattle industry is speaking out against a proposed amendment to the ag appropriations bill, and the Representative behind the amendment is firing back. Introduced by Indiana Congresswoman Victoria Spartz ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is moving forward with the process for reforming the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) system. August 23 is the date that has been set ...
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The cattle industry is speaking out against a proposed amendment to the ag appropriations bill. Introduced by Indiana Congresswoman Victoria Spartz (R-IN-05), the amendment states that none of the funds ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers checkoff amendment opposition, California wheat harvest updates, processing tomato industry and its approach ...
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The Department of Water Resources has awarded nearly $17 million through its LandFlex Program. Three groundwater sustainability agencies (GSAs) will be receiving the funding through the second phase of the ...
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The USDA is investing in urban agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA announced a series of investments that will increase market access and revenue streams for ...
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In a letter sent to the Almond Board of California (ABC), the Punjabi American Growers Group (PAGG) highlights several industry concerns. The group points out almond growers’ struggles, which PAGG ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is extending the deadline for the new Organic Dairy Marketing Assistance Program (ODMAP) to August 11, 2023. This extension gives organic dairy producers more ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Animal Ag Alliance’s extremism report, the new avocado variety allowing for denser panting, ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Alternative Manure Management Program (AMMP) is accepting grant applications until 5:00 P.M PT on Monday, August 28. AMMP provides financial assistance for ...
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Instead of Christmas in July, how about Thanksgiving in July? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Forecasts for turkey production are up. Price forecasts are down. Gary Crawford ...
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Many people in farming already know the benefits of precision agriculture but Curt Blades, Senior Vice President of the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) says a new study by the ...
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While the federal government provides disaster assistance programs, their current structure and implementation can often fall short of meeting the urgent needs of farmers. UCR Professor of Extension in Subtropical ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is calling for public input on the new Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program. CDFA will be partnering with the U.S. Department of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the climate smart cotton program taking applications, sustainable pest management implementation, workforce development, ...
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The Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap establishes “big picture goals” for 2050. There are also several benchmark objectives along the path toward transitioning away from certain pesticides and management approaches. Director ...
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Consumers spent a record amount on food last year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. New data from USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) shows consumer spending on food ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched a groundbreaking partnership with bipartisan attorneys general from 31 states and the District of Columbia to enhance competition and protect consumers in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers FFA scholarships being a worthwhile investment in future ag leaders, winegrape buyers reluctant ...
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Several California Future Farmers of America (FFA) members that received scholarships from The Almond Board of California (ABC) this year were featured on a recent episode of the Almond Journey ...
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Lawmakers introduce the Women in Agriculture Bill. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine), Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (R-Va.), and Congresswoman Jenniffer ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be purchasing more than 30 million pounds of almonds. Valued at $78 million, the purchase is intended to address child nutrition and support ...
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U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) is taking another swing at the SWAT act. He, along with Senators Susan Collins (R-ME), Mike Braun (R-IN), and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) reintroduced the bipartisan ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are working to address pest challenges ahead of the coming hull split. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers growers working to get in their last pest management programs before hull split, ...
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The call to keep AM radio in vehicles continues to grow. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Senate Bill 1669 is the AM Radio in Every Vehicle Act. ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) Board of Directors has announced the selection of Clarice Turner, a seasoned global leader in the consumer goods, food service, and wine and spirits ...
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The protest period for the proposed Sites Reservoir has been extended by the State Water Resources Control Board. Originally, the deadline for submitting protests against the project was August 1. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a study on zero-emission transportation rules and their impact on the ag industry, ...
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The USDA wants the public’s opinion on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA is requesting public input on the draft “Federal Strategy to ...
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An avocado variety developed at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) gives producers new opportunities. The ‘BL516’ avocado scion cultivar known by its commercial name of Luna UCR, took decades ...
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The Sustainable Pest Management Roadmap features several components for transitioning away from certain pesticides and management approaches. Investments in research and improvements to pesticide registration protocols are considered keystone actions ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show gives a zero-emission transportation legislative update, development of the Farm Bill, regenerative practices in ...
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The Organic Science and Research Investment Act (OSRI Act) seeks to provide additional support to the organic sector. Senators John Fetterman, Bob Casey, Peter Welch, Cory Booker, Sherrod Brown, Ron ...
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There’s an increase in the number of people facing hunger. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Over 122 million more people around the world are facing hunger since ...
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Some car makers have decided to not include AM radio in new vehicles. A number of groups have spent months fighting that decision, including emergency management organizations, former members of ...
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Sites Reservoir is one of the projects that will directly benefit from recent reforms to permitting requirements for water and energy infrastructure projects. A second effort is underway, seeking legislative ...
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More than 60 agribusiness groups have expressed “great concern” for how plant-incorporated protectants (PIPs) are going to be regulated. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently issued a final rule ...
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While the federal government provides disaster assistance programs, their current structure and implementation can often fall short of meeting the urgent needs of farmers. Almond Alliance CEO, Aubrey Bettencourt said ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers grower investments in water infrastructure paying off this year, legislative action taken against ...
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Ag land sales are slowing but the prices are staying high. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The agriculture real estate market entered a period of de-escalation beginning ...
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Organizations representing a variety of interests have formed a collaborative movement to advocate for getting the 2023 Farm Bill finished within the year. Together, the twenty groups have launched the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the almond forecast being slightly up in the objective report, accurately measuring the ...
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Almond production is forecasted to reach 2.60 billion meat pounds, according to the 2023 California Almond Objective Measurement Report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service. ...
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The deadline is fast approaching to nominate your farm dog for a big award. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The nomination period for Farm Bureau’s 2024 Farm ...
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Hundreds of dairy industry professionals from around the world will gather in Chicago this fall for the International Dairy Foundation (IDF) annual conference. Shawna Morris, senior vice president of trade ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the solutions to streamline and improve disaster programs, some issues with the proposed ...
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Sites Reservoir is one of the projects that will directly benefit from recent reforms to permitting requirements for water and energy infrastructure projects. The Sites Project Authority commended Governor Gavin ...
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Part of the corn industry is struggling and it may affect grocery store shelves. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. For those whose primary experience with corn is ...
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The House Ways and Means Committee this week held a field hearing on trade with a focus on agriculture and critical supply chains. The hearing took place in Kimball, Minnesota ...
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Xochitl Torres Small has officially been confirmed as the new Deputy Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Industry groups and lawmakers have expressed considerable support for the confirmation ...
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California is transitioning to more sustainable pest management and the elimination of prioritized, high-risk pesticides by 2050. Details of the effort are outlined in the Accelerating Sustainable Pest Management: A ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers USDA’s discrimination program, some regenerative practices beneficial in almonds, congressional subcommittees hearing the ...
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A recent report released by the Bee Informed Partnership shows a significant decline in honeybee colony numbers. The annual Colony Loss and Management Survey indicates a nearly 50 percent loss ...
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How the USDA is helping poultry producers keep the bird flu from spreading. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA has several informational resources to help poultry producers ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers heat illness prevention, biologicals representing an interesting option for the sustainable IPM roadmap, ...
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A second effort is underway, seeking legislative action to help address the threat that broomrape represents in California. Assembly Bill 402 (AB 402) would establish a coordinated approach to mitigate ...
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Knowing more about your grains could lead to a healthier heart. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Eating healthy is a priority for many Americans but knowing where ...
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Congress is looking into farm labor needs around the nation, but it is a challenging task. The House Agriculture Committee recently announced the creation of the bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working ...
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Winegrapes appear to be in for a bright growing season after substantial rains came through during the winter. After months of concerted efforts to mitigate flooding in the Tulare Lake ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has opened grant applications for commercial dairies and livestock operations to implement methane emission reduction measures. CDFA’s dairy and livestock methane programs ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers an update on the pesticide notification pilot program, the slippery slope of Prop ...
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There’s an FAA rule change for some farming operations. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is making it easier to use drones for spraying crops. Arthur Erickson is the CEO and ...
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A chance for farmers to improve viability. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. American Farmland Trust has opened applications for 2023’s Brighter Future Fund Program. It helps farmers ...
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The Kern County Farm Bureau (KCFB) is getting a new Executive Director. Rachel Nettleton will be taking over the role, bringing with her a diverse background and wealth of experience. ...
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The California strawberry industry is getting some federal support to help advance automation efforts. The Cal Poly Strawberry Center, in partnership with the California Strawberry Commission and the U.S. Department ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Prop 12 and the slippery slope for the industry, the work to protect ...
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Almond growers have made tremendous strides in providing additional pollinator habitat in their orchards. With certain native bee species and monarch butterflies being considered for “endangered” classification, it could create ...
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The USDA is seeing more errors in SNAP payments. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The combined payment error rate for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments ...
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The Reliable Rail Service Act has been reintroduced in Congress by U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Roger Marshall. The legislation seeks to address the ongoing challenges related to unreliable service ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers heat illness symptoms and prevention, flood recovery in Monterey County, and the Colorado ...
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Congress is looking into farm labor needs around the nation, but it is a challenging task. The House Agriculture Committee recently announced the creation of the bipartisan Agricultural Labor Working ...
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That meal you enjoyed on the Fourth isn’t paying farmers what it used to. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Farmers Union (NFU) released the 2023 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the farmer’s share of the 4th of July food dollar continuing to shrink, ...
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A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that temperatures are heating up. The California Crop Progress and Condition report from USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service also ...
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Americans continue to beat the summertime heat with foods from the freezer section. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Every year, many Americans beat the summertime heat with ...
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After months of concerted efforts to mitigate flooding in the Tulare Lake region, state officials announced that the lake’s water levels have begun to recede. The positive results come as ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the reintroduction of the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, lingering wine grape concerns as ...
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Questions linger as federal officials try to rework the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has indicated that it will update the WOTUS rule ...
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Great news for those adding cherries to the Fourth of July menu. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The summertime treat of fresh cherries is abundant for this ...
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Fruit and vegetable plant breeders who use gene editing are now facing more regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA recently increased oversight of some gene-edited crops and added ...
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A total of five biological products were part of the study conducted at the UC Research Farm in Shafter. The new spotted lanternfly mitigation strategy is detailed in a report ...
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Winegrape growers appear to be in for a bright growing season after substantial rains came through during the winter. An abundance of moisture can often be problematic for vineyards, providing ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers keeping a close on eye almond markets with a smaller crop projected, water ...
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We check on the costs of grilling this summer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cheeseburgers will cost more this year for an Independence Day cookout. USDA says ...
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The Water Blueprint for the San Joaquin Valley and the California Water Institute (CWI) will be getting additional financial support from the Bureau of Reclamation. In a step towards sustainable ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers comments from Congressman Valadao on H2A visa reform, trade with India, second year ...
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A small grower in Hughson is having some positive experiences with implementing cover crops in the orchard. Donny Hicks said that he has been cover cropping for two years and ...
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The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing in wildlife conservation. That’s coming up on This land of Ours. The USDA this week expanded wildlife conservation investments by $500 million over ...
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The U.S. and India have agreed to resolve six trade disputes including the removal of retaliatory tariffs on American ag exports. The two countries agreed to terminate six outstanding disputes ...
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The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) has a new irrigation resource for California producers. NCAT originally developed the guide 10 years ago. Updates to The California Microirrigation Pocket Guide ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has a five-year plan for addressing the invasive Spotted Lanternfly (SLF) pest. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service developed a Spotted Lanternfly Strategic ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show answers leasing questions regarding farmland solar projects as well as covers USDA biofuel investments ...
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Lab-grown chicken may soon be on the menu. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA gave two startup companies the go-ahead to sell the country’s first lab-grown ...
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Increasing accessibility for the Conservation Reserve Enhancement Program (CREP) is one of the priorities for the Almond Alliance of California in the upcoming farm bill. CREP is a component of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers heat illness prevention steps, details about the newly announced AI Institute for Climate, ...
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The USDA is putting more money in the pot for school meals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says USDA is providing $2.7 billion ...
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Alternaria leaf blight continues to pose a significant challenge for organic carrot producers. UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE) researchers have been trialing different materials for combatting disease pressures. The pathogen causes ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers trade with India, biological solutions, investments in undeserved producers, USMCA and Farm Bill ...
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A new Agricultural Labor Working Group has been established to focus on the consistent issues that farmers have been facing with regard to labor. The bipartisan group was announced by ...
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Investing in underserved producers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture Thursday announced its selection of 50 projects for potential award, totaling approximately $300 million, ...
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Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI-08) says if Mexico’s president wanted to restrict GMO corn from the U.S., the time to do that was more than three years ago, before he agreed ...
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An abundance of rainfall earlier in the year has allowed many growers to implement strategies to recharge groundwater supplies. The House Appropriations Committee included additional funding for citrus research to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers some good news with the Ag Order 4.0 appeal, the efforts to strength ...
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U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced that the Republic of India will be lifting retaliatory tariffs on a variety of goods. The tariffs had been in place for five years ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) are teaming up to advance research efforts. A memorandum of understanding was signed to strengthen ties ...
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A deadline reminder for crop producers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Agricultural producers who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after planting should make an ...
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Earlier this week the Western Growers Association (WGA) hosted the inaugural 2023 Salinas Biological Summit. Over the course of two days, attendees heard from government officials, growers, agtech innovators, and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers inflationary impacts on the almond demand, potential water bills, upcoming Farm Bill deadline, ...
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Multi-purpose Project Will Use Up to 50,000 Acre-feet of Recycled Water for Irrigation in South Sacramento County The California Water Commission on Wednesday awarded the Sacramento Regional County Sanitation District (Regional San) ...
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President and CEO of the Central California Almond Growers Association (CCAGA), Michael Kelley has witnessed several industry ups and downs over his nearly two decades in the almond sector. Kelley ...
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A chance for firsthand knowledge of ag business in Chile. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is accepting applications from U.S. exporters ...
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by Sabrina Halvorson Six representatives from the broadband and satellite industries testified at a House Agriculture Committee hearing Wednesday on the digital divide, or the lack of some digital services ...
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An abundance of rainfall earlier in the year has allowed many growers to implement strategies to recharge groundwater supplies. President and CEO of Woolf Farming and Processing, Stuart Woolf said ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers comments from the Ag Research hearing, potential changes with preventing planting insurance, approaches ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., ant populations can create significant issues for growers later in the season. Once trees are shaken and almonds are on ...
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The USDA is investing in supply chains. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is investing $320 million to create new and better markets for agricultural producers ...
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The Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression (EATS) Act was recently introduced in the U.S. Senate inspired by California’s Proposition 12. Introduced by Senator Roger Marshall, the EATS Act is being cosponsored ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the importance of ag research, recently introduced bills that will invest in California ...
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Localizing the love of lamb. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The continuing trend toward local food sourcing has put hometown butchers and specialty meat shops on the ...
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Animal welfare claims put on packages of meat and poultry are going to be receiving further scrutiny from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Voluntary claims including “grass-fed” and “free-range” ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a proposed Senate bill to address Prop 12, the Colorado River agreement, the ...
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The USDA wants suggestions for some of next year’s projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks input for fiscal ...
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We spoke last month with Congressman John Duarte of California when he was one of only two Republicans to vote against H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act. He has ...
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VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, Eric Morgan said their cover cropping system in tomatoes is showing promise. President and CEO of the Almond Alliance of California, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting nominations to serve on county committees. More than 7,700 individuals serve on Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees across the country. Nominations ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Tuna Sear with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Perfect Tuna Sear below. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers questions for landowners to ask when considering solar development, reducing weed control intensity ...
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Citrus breeding efforts will be bolstered through an overall increase in citrus industry support. Congress has approved funding assistance for the Citrus Health Response Program and the HLB Multi-Agency Coordination. ...
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Farmers take their message to Washington D.C. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Farmers from around the nation were recently in Washington D.C. to meet with lawmakers and ...
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A tentative port labor agreement has been reached between the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) and the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU). The new six-year contract will cover workers at ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers concerns at West Coast ports, new salinity management guide for almond growers, comments ...
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Growers dealing with salinity issues in their orchards have a new resource to help better understand the problem. The new Salinity Management Guide for Almond Growers has been developed by ...
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More than one million acres have been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in the latest signup for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). USDA’s Farm Service Agency notes ...
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Another slight bump in food prices. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. After two straight months of flat food prices, the cost of food increased slightly during May. ...
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by Sabrina Halvorson As a longtime farmer, John Duarte of California has paid close attention to immigration bills and now as a first-term congressman, he has the opportunity to support ...
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LandFlex opportunities available to farmers and ranchers will be expanding. The program offers incentives to producers to reduce demand for groundwater supplies and help comply with the Sustainable Groundwater Management ...
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Labor negotiations between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) continue creating uncertainty. It has been just under a year since the previous labor ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers an update on the statewide pesticide notification program, USMCA, a proposed bipartisan bill ...
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The friendly small-town reputation may be drawing healthcare professionals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The availability of healthcare professionals in rural areas lags that of urban areas, ...
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If Mexico’s president wanted to restrict GMO corn from the U.S., the time to do that was more than three years ago, before he agreed to the terms of the ...
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Senators Martin Heinrich and Mike Braun have introduced the Agrivoltaics Research and Demonstration Act of 2023. It would authorize $75 million to help expand the agrivoltaic systems which combine solar ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers dangerous water rights legislation that continues to progress, the unique approach to tomato ...
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Easier access to healthy food for those enrolled in SNAP. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Online purchasing using Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits is now available ...
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“We think that the federal government should up investment that they make in the specialty crop industry,” says IFPA’s Rebeckah Adcock The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) wants to see ...
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VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, Eric Morgan said their cover cropping system in tomatoes is showing promise. The approach has resulted in a sizable decrease in ...
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A coalition of nearly 50 food and agriculture organizations is encouraging lawmakers to support the Undertaking Negotiations on Investment and Trade for Economic Dynamism (UNITED) Act. The legislation was introduced ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers upcoming CDFA Prop 12 compliance webinars for distributors and producers, study showing the ...
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A push for whole milk in schools moves forward. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Committee on Education and the Workforce last week voted to advance a ...
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The Senate Ag Subcommittee on Food and Nutrition, Specialty Crops, Organics, and Research held a hearing June 7 on how the farm bill works for Specialty Crop producers. The Vice ...
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The State Water Resources Control Board has determined that the Sites Reservoir water rights application is officially complete. The specialty crop industry wants farm bill funding for research and new ...
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Groundwater recharge efforts have been significantly bolstered by multiple storm systems beginning last December. As a result, the State Water Resources Control Board has authorized the diversion of 1.2 million ...
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Industry groups have expressed appreciation for the Action Plan from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Last week USDA detailed a series of actions for considering revisions to the Federal ...
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California lawmakers are continuing the progression of multiple pieces of water rights legislation. Three particular bills recently passed through their house of origin. Collectively, the bills would create fundamental changes ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers LandFlex opening up to more irrigation districts, grocery inflation cooling, and CDFA awarding ...
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A little relief at the grocery store. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. After two years of climbing grocery bills, things are starting to cool off. “In April ...
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Two environmental groups have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in regard to treated seed regulations. The lawsuit was filed by the Center for Food Safety ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the three ag policy bills that have advanced out of the California Senate, ...
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Export destinations for California almonds continue to look at changes to Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs). The issue was one of many that was highlighted at the recent MRL Workshop in ...
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How peanuts pack a punch in the fight against Alzheimer’s. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alzheimer’s disease affects more than six million Americans. There’s now growing evidence ...
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Dr. Frank Wong, one of Bayer’s Industry Affairs Directors, discusses his shift in opinion about biological solutions on this week’s episode of Voices of the Valley. “I would say that ...
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by Sabrina Halvorson The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is keeping specialty crops in focus for trade deals and working on disputes under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Chief Agricultural Negotiator ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers using older varieties to help mitigate the prevalence of INSV, a few water ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., pest pressures appear slow this season. Wet and cooler weather has helped curb pest development compared to previous years. Field ...
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How important is that “natural” label on our groceries? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new report from the USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) says food labeled as “natural” ...
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by Sabrina Halvorson The specialty crop industry wants farm bill funding for research and new programs, but lawmakers ask, where’s that money coming from? Dave Puglia, president and CEO of ...
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The State Water Resources Control Board has determined that the Sites Reservoir water rights application is officially complete. That moves the development process to the next step with a 60-day ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ag economy predictions, 98% of California produce meeting federal pesticide standards, the concern ...
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The future of ag relies on innovation. That message came from Dr. Daniel Sumner, from the Dept. of Agricultural and Resource Economics at the University of California, Davis. He was ...
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An award for dairy producers returns this year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Dairy Farmers Assuring Responsible Management Program Excellence Awards are back for a ...
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by Sabrina Halvorson Support is growing for the Beagle Brigade Act. Michigan Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI-08) introduced the bill in the House and says it’s a vital act for agriculture. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers West Coast ports losing business as negotiations continue, tracking ongoing regulatory efforts at ...
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Another push for the Shipping Reform Implementation Act. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Ocean Shipping Reform Implementation Act (HR 1836) is designed to help with slowdowns ...
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He says it’s an act with a cute name and an important purpose. This week, Congressman Dan Kildee (D-MI) joins Sabrina Halvorson to talk about the Beagle Brigade Act and ...
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The broad authority of the Environmental Protection Agency in its administration of the Waters of the U.S. rule has been curbed. Issues with Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV) appear to ...
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The United States has requested dispute settlement consultations regarding Mexico’s agricultural biotechnology policies. U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai said that the policies “are not based on science” and “stifle agricultural ...
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A recent report highlights a multitude of shortfalls in California water management. An audit was conducted on the Department of Water Resources (DWR) and the State Water Resources Control Board ...
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule regarding Plant Incorporated Protectants (PIPs). PIPs are classified as pesticidal substances that are produced by plants, along with the genetic ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the data showing how much water California ag really uses, the election results ...
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A new report looks at hunger around the globe. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (UN/FAO) has issued an early report ...
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by Sabrina Halvorson While trade is a major part of the success of American agriculture, former long-time Minnesota Congressman Collin Peterson speaking at the recent U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) has announced the election results for its Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 crop year. ABC President and CEO Richard Waycott said Alexi Rodriguez ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers funding for California Fairgrounds, collaborative efforts to better understand the vectors of INSV ...
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An upcoming trade mission looks to expand opportunities in Japan. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. In just a few days, dozens of agriculture professionals and state ag ...
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Josh Ruiz, Senior Director of Ag Technology and Innovation at Duda Farm Fresh Foods, shares how he views challenges and opportunities in his role to be an actor of change ...
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The process of funding improvements to California’s water infrastructure is showing incremental advancement. Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, Mike Wade said the administrative process can be a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the details on a proposed feed additives bill, the cost to deal with ...
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by Sabrina Halvorson As U.S. lawmakers consider ways to prevent Mexico’s seasonal produce from flooding U.S. markets, Mexican trade officials are watching. Former Chief Trade Negotiator for Mexico and current ...
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Grilling season is officially underway, but what do you do if you don’t have a grill? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cooking burgers on the grill is ...
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Issues with Impatiens Necrotic Spot Virus (INSV) appear to be lower than what was seen in 2022. Last year’s disease pressures created a host of issues related to loss of ...
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An extension has been announced for the application window for revenue loss programs from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Producers will now have until July 14 to apply for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers NRCS California launching a new migratory bird resurgence initiative, details on trade with ...
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There’s a new resource to help consumers learn more about GMOs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Feed Your Mind is an Agricultural Biotechnology Education and Outreach Initiative ...
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A new cost of production study was recently published looking at Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta rice. Delta Crops Resource Management Farm Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension, Michelle Leinfelder-Miles said an updated ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers chickweed management in herbicide-resistant areas, researching a systems approach for addressing export pest ...
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Is lab-grown meat worse for the environment? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new report suggests lab-grown meat may have a larger carbon footprint than retail beef. ...
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Kenneth Smith Ramos, former Mexican Chief Negotiator for the NAFTA and USMCA trade deals and current partner at AGON, was one of the speakers at this week’s USMEF Spring Conference. ...
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California, Nevada, and Arizona have reached an agreement on how to address concerns with the Colorado River. A recent Executive Order will extend flood diversion flexibilities enacted for the Tulare ...
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Sustainable pest management grants have been awarded by the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). The grant awards are intended to further efforts as part of the Sustainable Pest Management ...
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A total of $8 million is being invested as a means of bolstering carbon monitoring efforts on behalf of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Four partner organizations will be ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California paying an average of $20.95 to roughly 131,000 farm employees this year, ...
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends a delay in an electric vehicle program. That’s coming up on this land of ours. The Environmental Protection Agency will recommend delaying a program ...
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The broad authority of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in its administration of the Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule has been curbed. A decision issued by the U.S. Supreme ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is currently looking for industry input on proposed changes to prevented planting insurance coverage. A Request for Information was recently published seeking feedback on ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how out-of-touch consumers are impacting the industry, streamline the California Almond Stewardship Program ...
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The California Almond Stewardship Platform (CASP) led by the Almond Board of California (ABC) has been improved to better meet the needs of industry members. The online CASP system uses ...
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The USDA is working to bring more jobs to rural communities. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture this week announced an effort to help ...
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California, Nevada, and Arizona have reached an agreement on how to address concerns with the Colorado River. The Lower Basin Plan was accepted after nearly a year of negotiation and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the several factors that are making for a disappointing California cotton outlook, the ...
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Help for organic dairy producers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced assistance for dairy producers with the new Organic Dairy Marketing ...
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David Magaña is Vice President and Senior Analyst of Rabo Research in North America for fresh fruits, vegetables and nuts, and he shares his global perspective on the present challenges ...
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With the Biden Administration’s deep focus on conservation and the environment, some agriculture groups and individual farmers are worried about mandatory conservation efforts. However, Under Secretary for Farm Production and ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom recently introduced a series of proposals to expedite infrastructure projects. The legislative package seeks to speed up the construction process while also streamlining permitting and court review. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the challenge in finding skilled labor even with incentives, promotional investments helping improve ...
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The Advanced Clean Fleets regulation has been approved by the California Air Resources Board. Between 2024 and 2042, commercial trucking fleets of 50 or more vehicles or companies with at ...
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A new bill would give farmers more incentive to use cover crops. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) and several state representatives introduced bipartisan ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers upcoming emergency relief for producers, comments from representative LaMalfa at the Forestry and ...
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Herbicide resistance within small grain crops has been confirmed for common chickweed. Researchers have found that chickweed populations are demonstrating resistance to ALS-inhibitors. Additionally, chickweed management in alfalfa is also ...
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Big growth in the mango industry. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The mango industry is having record volume of high-quality fruit arriving in the U.S. this year. ...
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The Biden Administration this week announced the availability of nearly $11 billion in grants and loan opportunities to help rural energy and utility providers. They say the funding will help ...
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California is currently facing a $31.5 billion shortfall after enjoying a $97.5 billion budget surplus last year. Efforts to address floodwater in the Central Valley will include emergency diversions into ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom has issued another flood-related executive order to address impacts in the Central Valley. Runoff forecasts and flood models indicate that flood conditions in the area will likely ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a conversation on minimum wage increases, Truterra paying $9 million to carbon sequestering ...
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A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced the Safeguarding American Value-Added Exports (SAVE) Act this week. The legislation seeks to establish a list of common names for a variety of ag ...
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Even with the positive water outlook for growers this year, cotton acreage is taking a big hit. President and CEO of the California Cotton Ginners and Growers Association, Roger Isom ...
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Trends in food spending across the U.S. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The COVID-19 pandemic in the United States disrupted the food industry in 2020, according to ...
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The U.S. House of Representatives Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee is receiving significant criticism for its Fiscal Year 2024 agriculture funding bill. A draft of the spending bill outlines significant cuts to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers optimism within the almond industry, snowpack runoff concerns with a heatwave at hand, ...
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The BeSure! campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition tells us it’s always a good time to check your pesticide’s label. The coalition says when choosing crop protection tools, both effectiveness and potential ...
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The latest forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture projects the 2023 almond crop to be down about three percent from last year. Almond Board of California President and CEO ...
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Some areas of the nation are more likely than others to have socially disadvantaged farms. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Data from USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) ...
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Adam Bergman ─ Managing Director, Clean Energy Transition Group and the Global Head of AgTech at Investment Banking, Citi ─ joins Dennis Donohue and Candace Wilson on this week’s episode ...
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The Secure the Border Act of 2023, H.R. 2, was narrowly passed by the U.S. House of Representatives last week. Several provisions have caught the attention of the agricultural industry, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making updates to the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP). Efforts include adjustments to the ACEP Agricultural Land Easements (ALE) as well as Wetland ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers water funding in the May budget, the lowest-ever cotton acreage despite full water ...
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The USDA gets a pat on the back for its investments in organic farming. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is expanding opportunities ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Sweet Potato Hash with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Perfect Sweet ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom released the May Revision of the 2023-24 State Budget last week. California is currently facing a $31.5 billion shortfall after enjoying a $97.5 billion budget surplus last ...
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A recent survey released by the Organic Trade Association (OTA) shows that organic food sales in the U.S. set a new record in 2022. The 2023 Organic Industry Survey shows ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers research of resistance issues with common chickweed, water funding in the May budget ...
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Concern about the lack of AM radio in new vehicles continues to grow. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Representatives Mike Gallagher of Wisconsin and Josh Gottheimer of ...
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A Republican congressman says the GOP’s border bill doesn’t work for farmers or farm workers. H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act passed in the House last week with a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California almond acreage declining for the first time in more than two decades, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is moving forward with efforts to help bolster the organic industry. Organic support programs being offered by USDA are part of the Organic Transition ...
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These are the top fruit choices in the United States. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Apples held the top spot for total fruit available for consumption in ...
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H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act, passed in the House this week by a vote of 219 to 213, with all Democrats opposed and all but two Republicans in ...
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The new fusarium-resistant strawberry variety UC Eclipse has also demonstrated impressive yield results. New industry reports show that almond acreage in California declined for the first time in more than ...
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Efforts to entice the next generation of agricultural workers include an emphasis on agtech. California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross said the need is clear for a ...
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Citrus thrips are one of the most concerning pests for growers in the Central Valley. The pest feeds on young fruit resulting in scarring damage. “Those cuts are then downgraded ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the importance of monitoring citrus as the weather warms up, CFBF remaining hopeful ...
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You may use less electricity this summer, but that’s not necessarily completely good news. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects a ...
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California’s Proposition 12 will be moving forward after a decision from the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) on Thursday. Industry groups argued that the law violated the Constitution’s ...
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Efforts to address floodwater in the Central Valley will include emergency diversions into groundwater recharge basins. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) made the announcement earlier this week. DWR will ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Peterson Traps helping almond growers skip hull spray for NOW, new leadership for ...
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A grower in the Turlock area is having success with mitigating navel orangeworm (NOW) damage. Cortez Grower Dennis Yotsuya explained his experience with the mass trapping of NOW females in ...
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It’s no secret to anyone working in equipment manufacturing the ever-growing technician shortage is a problem poised to get a lot worse before it gets better. That’s coming up on ...
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Alex Cochran, Chief Technology Officer at DPH Biologicals joins Dennis Donohue and Candace Wilson on this week’s episode of Voices of the Valley to discuss the realities and possibilities of ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., managing pests will become even more critical with the changing weather. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers attracting the next generation of workforce with agtech, addressing cover cropping in almonds ...
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Researchers have confirmed common chickweed herbicide resistance with a certain class of herbicide materials. Agronomy and Nutrient Management Farm Advisor Nick Clark said the conclusion was reached after multiple studies ...
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Few programs within the farm bill are designed for specialty crops, and even fewer are designed specifically for specialty crops. However, the Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops (TASC) program is ...
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How much do ag exports contribute to the nation’s economic activity? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new USDA report says exports constitute a significant market for ...
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A proposal for modernizing the Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) system has been submitted by the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF). It has been more than 20 years since the ...
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New industry reports show that almond acreage in California declined for the first time in more than 25 years in 2022. Information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) indicated ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how biologicals fit in with integrated pest management approaches, what’s problematic with adjusting ...
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As lawmakers continue early work on shaping the 2023 farm bill, one of the bill’s biggest programs continues to create a divide. Nutrition programs account for about 80 percent of ...
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Some food prices are creeping up again. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization reports that food prices rose in April for ...
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The new fusarium-resistant strawberry variety UC Eclipse has also demonstrated impressive yield results. As a new “summer plant” cultivar, the UC Eclipse is rivaling other similar varieties in field tests. ...
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Spring is a vital time for protecting pollinators. and the BeSure! campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition helps growers keep these important insects protected.. The coalition says when choosing crop protection tools, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show continues the conversation on ag crime and covers a potential resistance issue with common ...
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A chance to gain new skills. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The 2023 Farm Bureau Foundation Fellows have launched four free Applied Digital Skills lessons dedicated to ...
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Representative Kat Cammack (R-FL-03) joins host Sabrina Halvorson this week for a discussion on protecting seasonal and perishable produce growers in trade deals, controlling government regulations with the REINS Act, ...
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The Department of Water Resources recently measured a snow depth of 59 inches with a snow water equivalent of 30 inches at Phillips Station. The University of California, Davis has ...
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More than 430 business organizations have established a coalition seeking action on immigration reform. The Legal Immigration and Border Enforcement Reform This Year (LEGAL) Campaign has been launched with a ...
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The signup period is opening for the new Rice Production Program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Prefilled applications will begin being mailed to rice producers the week of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how a collective voice in ag can help find solutions to problems, why previously ...
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The National Mango Board wants to help you celebrate Cinco de Mango. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Mango Board has added something extra to this ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is establishing new Regional Food Business Centers. A total of 12 finalists have been named as leads for the new resource centers. The effort ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Farm Bureau’s President Zippy Duval at the latest Senate Ag hearing, the Almond ...
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The election deadline for the Almond Board of California’s (ABC) Board of Directors is coming up in a few weeks. Ballots were officially mailed out to growers on April 21. ...
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A look into the nutrients we’re taking in, and how they compare to federal recommendations. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. U.S. consumers’ intakes of several key nutrients ...
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A broad group of stakeholders is encouraging additional research support in the upcoming farm bill. More than 340 national, regional, and state groups are asking lawmakers to consider $5 billion ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Avocado Crab Salad with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Avocado Crab Salad below. ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., pest management in tree nuts has been particularly challenging this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers approaches for smarter regulations through the Ag Vision plan, a deeper look at ...
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There’s more assistance on the way for some farm loan borrowers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced, ...
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Undersecretary for the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Christine Birdsong joins Dennis Donohue and Candace Wilson on this week’s episode of Voices of the Valley to discuss her ...
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The University of California, Davis has new strawberry varieties available that are resistant to Fusarium wilt. Breeder and field manager with the Strawberry Breeding Program, Glenn Cole said the new ...
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The May snow survey conducted at Phillips Station illustrated an abundance of snow remaining in California. The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) measured a snow depth of 59 inches ...
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Groundwater sustainability plans for 12 non-critically overdrafted groundwater basins have been approved by the Department of Water Resources (DWR). The announcement brings the total number of groundwater basins that have ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers FAQs related to cover cropping for pollinator health in almonds, current CFBF advocacy ...
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Look for a drop in commodity prices through next year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Global commodity prices are expected to drop this year at the fastest ...
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The Seeds for Bees program from Project Apis m. is now open and accepting applications. Enrollment for the 2023-2024 growing season officially began on April 1. The program is aimed ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom made some significant moves this year when it comes to water. Multiple administrative adjustments were made in response to the influx of storm systems that came through ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the DWR approving 12 more GSPs, Newsom “stepping up” to the water condition ...
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The BeSure! campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition offers tips for growers to help protect pollinators. The coalition says when choosing crop protection tools, both effectiveness and potential impact on the environment must be ...
Read MoreThe post Growing Matters: BeSure! Campaign Offers Tips for Stewardship appeared first on AgNet West.
Helping veterans get access to healthy food. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and The Rockefeller Foundation announced a new partnership ...
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The PRIME Act has once again made its way into Congress. Current law exempts custom slaughter of animals from federal inspection regulations, only if the meat is for personal, household, ...
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After substantial rain and snow blanketed the state, reservoirs are nearing capacity and allocations have been updated for California water projects. The cyclical nature of California’s weather patterns emphasizes the ...
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The Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities initiative is officially underway. The program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks to expand markets for goods produced through climate-smart practices. More than ...
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The latest hemp report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reflects sizable declines in the industry. Last year the value of hemp production fell by 71 percent, according to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the potential challenges with rushed rice planting, producers spending nearly half of a ...
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Millions of U.S. seniors are facing hunger. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Feeding America® this week released a study (Map the Meal Gap 2022) about seniors facing ...
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Several California Democrats are working to rally bipartisan support for a disaster recovery package to assist the agricultural sector. Multiple storms have caused hundreds of millions of dollars in damage ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is encouraging California farmers and ranchers to participate in the 2022 Census of Agriculture. Initially, the due date to submit information was early February. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the EPA seeking to rollback worker protection standards, tactics to catching ag thieves, ...
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The irrigation workshop series that began in Orland will continue in Modesto on Thursday, May 4. Co-hosted by UC Cooperative Extension, the Fundamentals of Irrigation Scheduling workshops are designed to ...
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Inflation is having an impact on another industry. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Inflation continued to impact organic fresh produce sales in the first quarter of 2023. ...
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Rice planting season is getting a late start with the rainy weather in April having pushed back the timeline. UC Cooperative Extension Rice Advisor, Whitney Brim-DeForest said growers are just ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California lawmakers requesting disaster relief for farmers, understanding pressure compensation in irrigation systems ...
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The comment window for the draft guidance for milk alternatives is reopening after an announcement from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Originally, the 60-day comment period ended on ...
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Restaurant options in rural America keep growing. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The food-away-from-home retail landscape continues to evolve. USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) recently examined the ...
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Elizabeth Fastiggi, Head of Worldwide Business Development for Amazon Web Services, joins Dennis Donohue and Candace Wilson on this episode of Voices of the Valley to discuss the role she ...
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As part of ongoing efforts to provide support to the agricultural industry, Bayer Crop Science co-sponsors the Almond Leadership Program (ALP) with the Almond Board of California. The program helps ...
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The cyclical nature of California’s weather patterns emphasizes the need for water infrastructure improvements. Most of the state’s water storage reservoirs are already well above average, with some nearing or ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details on the Western Agricultural Environmental Law conference, open enrollment period for the ...
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You may pay more for one type of energy in the future. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Natural gas is an important source of energy for U.S. ...
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Vineyard conditions this year have been much wetter than average, bringing more risk of disease. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie Rieser said infections can occur during bloom ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the appointment of Manjit K. Misra as the new Director of the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The NIFA Director leads ...
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There’s a campaign to help growers “be sure” about their stewardship. The BeSure! campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition is marking its fifth anniversary. Growing Matters is a coalition of organizations and individuals committed ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a recap of CFBF’s Legislative Day, a new law under EPA’s pesticide assessment ...
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U.S. dairy takes the lead in a climate coalition. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) ...
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Host Sabrina Halvorson was in Washington D.C. this week, where she spoke with several of the nation’s agricultural leaders and elected officials. She met with Congressman Austin Scott, a Republican ...
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California red scale management approaches could be significantly different for citrus growers this year. Negotiations between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) continue ...
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Two organic organizations will be making a total of $2.4 million available to help support industry research and outreach. Funding is being provided by The Organic Center and the Foundation ...
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The application window for the Grassland Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is officially open. Farmers, ranchers, and private landowners will have until May 26 to sign up for the program from ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the value of the Netherlands trade trip to California agriculture, seeding considerations when ...
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There were fewer dairy herds in 2022. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A USDA report says roughly six percent of U.S. dairy farms quit milking cows in ...
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Full allocations have been made for California water projects. After substantial rain and snow blanketed the state, reservoirs are nearing capacity. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) is increasing forecasted ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the Almond Leadership Program’s visit to Central Valley businesses, a need for more ...
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Last week the 2023 class of the Almond Leadership Program (ALP) spent two days in the Central Valley visiting multiple agribusinesses. Co-sponsored by the Almond Board of California and Bayer ...
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You can be part of the process of creating new dietary guidelines. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services (HHS) and ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., disease pressure is likely going to be more problematic for growers this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., ...
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The new Broadband Technical Assistance (BTA) Program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides support to bolster rural broadband services. A total of $20 million is being invested in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers central coast botrytis resistance, the recent California Crop Progress and Conditions report, and ...
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A U.S. trade mission to the Netherlands. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor launched the first-ever regional ...
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On this episode of Voices of the Valley, Hernan Hernandez, Executive Director of the California Farmworker Foundation, shares his background about growing up in a farm community to becoming a ...
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Negotiations between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) continue to be tenuous. The lack of a West Coast port labor contract between the ...
Read MoreThe post West Coast Port Labor Disagreements Pose Long-Term Risk appeared first on AgNet West.
Spider mites are problematic pests for a variety of different crops. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver said that the pest can be particularly difficult to control. ...
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California’s wet water year could have some sizable implications when it comes to groundwater levels. Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, Mike Wade said it will take some ...
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While equipment manufacturers are still recovering from the pressures of the COVID-19 pandemic, they continue working toward a state of normalcy. Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) Senior Vice President, Government ...
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It’s not just the U.S. that is losing access to AM radio in some vehicles. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Ford Canada confirms that it’s removing AM ...
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California red scale management approaches could be significantly different for citrus growers this year. The cold and wet winter has had a notable impact on pest populations. Area Citrus IPM ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show covers how the wet weather is affecting vineyards and pesticide use in California. Tune in ...
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It was a big year for potatoes. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Potato exports reached a record $2.1 billion in sales in 2022. Compared to 2021, volume ...
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The Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act was introduced this session by a group of Senators looking to make changes to agricultural checkoff programs. Vice President of Government Affairs with ...
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Monterey County Agricultural Commissioner Juan Hidalgo detailed how the area has been impacted by extreme weather this year. President Joe Biden vetoed the Congressional effort to overturn the Waters of ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Prime Ribeye Steak with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Perfect Prime ...
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Two technical assistance projects have been awarded funding support from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). A total of $1.1 million was awarded as a means to support ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impacts of the Tulare flooding on the heard health of dairy cattle, ...
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Floodwaters in and around Tulare County are raising concerns related to herd health among the dairy operations in the region. The issue was highlighted at a recent meeting of the ...
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Gardening can be good for you. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. According to the National Garden Bureau, there are several ways gardening is good for us. Here are ...
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Data shows that pesticide use in California has once again declined. The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) confirmed the findings in a recent report. DPR’s annual Pesticide Use Report ...
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An irrigation workshop series hosted by the Almond Board of California (ABC) and UC Cooperative Extension will kick off April 20. The first edition of the Fundamentals of Irrigation Scheduling ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers upskilling the current ag workforce, West Coast port labor challenges, USDA investing in ...
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Helping rural towns with renewable energy projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Under Secretary Xochitl Torres Small this week announced an investment ...
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Grape growers might have a tougher time than average with powdery mildew control this year. Once the disease settles in a vineyard it can be exceptionally difficult to eradicate. Technical ...
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Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) praised the decision by a judge in the U.S. District Court for the District of North Dakota to grant a preliminary injunction stopping ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., Alternaria management could prove exceptionally difficult this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said environmental conditions ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Arroz Paella with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Arroz Paella below. For this ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers recent trends in ag crime, Ethan Lane on the Fairness in Farming Act, ...
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There are two regions where new farmers are more concentrated. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Beginning farms tend to be more concentrated in Southern and Western States ...
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The first-ever agricultural trade mission to the Netherlands will be taking place April 17-20. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers strategies for combating weeds with winter cover crops, the technology used to capture ...
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The NRCS is investing $75 million to assist producers transitioning to organic production. As part of the multi-agency Organic Transition Initiative (OTI), USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will dedicate financial ...
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A major car manufacturer is dropping AM from many new models. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new report says Ford will keep AM radios in certain ...
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Monterey County officials are continuing efforts to assess March storm damage. At the most recent meeting of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture, Monterey County Agricultural Commissioner Juan ...
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A total of 49 projects have been awarded grant funding to help support conservation on grazing lands. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $12 million as part of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CDFA providing $1.1 million for IPM assistance, storm impact updates for Monterey County, ...
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Research and innovation, fairness to farmers when it comes to conservation programs. Those are just some of the recommendations the American Seed Trade Association has for the 2023 Farm Bill. ...
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The fourth snow survey conducted by the California Department of Water Resources demonstrated a record-breaking snowpack. Disease pressures in vineyards are likely to be higher this year due to environmental ...
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President Joe Biden vetoed the Congressional effort to overturn the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. The bipartisan Congressional Review Act joint resolution had been approved by both houses ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show highlights immigration reform requiring hard work at the grassroots level, silt and sediment from ...
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The dairy industry is pursuing changes to federal milk pricing procedures. However, there is no consensus among industry groups. The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) sent a petition to the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California’s state of drought, U.C. Davis leading the world rankings in Veterinary science ...
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The Indian market continues to be a main focus for the Almond Board of California (ABC). After doubling shipments between 2016 and 2021, India remains the top export market for ...
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Increasing awareness of some agricultural pests. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture Tuesday declared April as 2023 Invasive Plant Pest and Disease Awareness Month. ...
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Researchers have been looking into the development of an effective pheromone lure for leaffooted bugs. The effort has been part of a research project funded by the Almond Board of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the progress made on developing an optimized trap for leaffooted bugs, the strong ...
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President Joe Biden has approved California’s request for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration. Federal aid will now be able to supplement ongoing state, tribal, and local recovery efforts. The counties ...
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Ian LeMay, President of the California Fresh Fruit Association, joins Dennis Donohue and Candace Wilson on this episode of Voices of the Valley to discuss navigating current challenges in fresh ...
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The fourth snow survey conducted by the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) demonstrated a record-breaking snowpack. At Phillips Station, measurements were recorded of 126.5 inches of snow depth and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the latest numbers from the 4th Phillips Station snow survey showing the current ...
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A growth spurt is predicted for the tree nut market. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new report by Technavio shows the tree nut market is expected ...
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Mite control will become even more of a priority for growers with temperatures expected to rise in the coming weeks. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver explained ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the agriculture challenges for adhering to mandated electric equipment, the varying levels of ...
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Several organizations representing agricultural interests have expressed appreciation for the Congressional effort to overturn the Biden Administration’s Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. The Congressional Review Act joint resolution ...
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A new poll shows consumers want more choices at the gas pump. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new poll shows support among voters for year-round access ...
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If there’s one thing we know about fire ants, it’s that they spread. If left untreated, fire ant colonies will multiply and exponentially damage your operation. Eliminating fire ants takes ...
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Cathy Burns, CEO of the International Fresh Produce Association, joins host Sabrina Halvorson to talk about food as medicine and how some government programs can help people get the right ...
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Central Valley Project water contractors will be receiving more water after an announcement from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. As a result of the various storms, the Department of Water ...
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Applications will begin being accepted on April 1 for grants to investments in renewable energy and other energy-efficiency improvements. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) aims to help agricultural producers ...
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Disease pressures in vineyards are likely to be higher this year due to environmental conditions. BASF Technical Service Representative for the Southern San Joaquin Valley, Kevin Caffrey explained there is ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers flooded vineyards causing growers to take different approaches to applications the California walnut ...
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There’s additional help for some farmers who need it. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Starting in April, the USDA will provide approximately $123 million in additional, automatic ...
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The U.S. Senate passed the Congressional Review Act joint resolution of disapproval to overturn the Biden Administration’s Waters of the United States Rule. It passed by a 53-43 vote with ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the concerns over DPR’s sustainable pest management program, the ag industry still facing ...
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The Almond Leadership Program’s (ALP) annual golf tournament is coming up at the Dragonfly Golf Course in Madera in May. Funds that are raised through the event all go to ...
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Are you working on taking care of your mental health? Add another serving of vegetables to your dinner plate. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. We’ve heard that ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Fruit Juice Gelee with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Fruit Juice Gelee below. ...
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Central Valley Project water contractors will be receiving more water after an announcement from the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Water supply allocations have been increased significantly from the initial announcement ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers monitoring for leaffooted bug management critical for springtime, large amounts of dairy feed ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., perennial grasses can create a host of problems for growers if left unchecked. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., ...
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The U.S. remains the top exporter of a few commodities, but the competition is getting closer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) ...
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Most people don’t think of the study of agriculture and the study of space as being related to each other, but this week’s Voices of the Valley guest, Megan Nunes, ...
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Growers will be working to manage pest pressures in tree nuts as springtime continues to unfold. Namely, navel orangeworm (NOW), peach twig borer (PTB), coddling moth, and walnut husk fly ...
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Leaffooted bug can create a host of problems for California almond growers. Their needle-like mouthparts pierce almond shells and damage the kernel. The pests can bring fungal pathogens into almonds, ...
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More than two dozen state attorneys general (AG) are seeking action from Congress on the right to repair. The coalition sent a letter to the chairs and ranking members of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers what growers might expect with disease pressure with an abnormally rainy season, constant ...
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You may have noticed a slightly lower grocery bill . That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Food Price Index averaged 129.8 points in February 2023, down 0.6 ...
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A coalition of industry groups is seeking federal intervention in port labor negotiations on the West Coast. More than 100 agriculture and business organizations sent a letter to President Joe ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers why botrytis in grapes may be a bigger problem this year, the factors ...
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Eating a handful of this nut before meals may help lower blood sugar. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Two new research studies with almonds, one conducted over ...
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This week NCBA Chief Council Mary-Thomas Hart joins us to talk about the latest development in the WOTUS saga, after a split ruling in Texas. We also talk to Sigrid ...
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Dairy farmers in the San Joaquin Valley are working to overcome the impacts of substantial flooding. The continuing series of California storms is having a dire impact on agricultural production ...
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Several storm systems have substantially increased the state’s snowpack. As a result, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) is increasing water allocations for the State Water Project (SWP). The last ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers priorities for Farm Bill funding to help bolster ag research, the latest Almond ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making another investment in school lunch programs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA announced several actions to expand support ...
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Elections for the Almond Board of California’s (ABC) Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 crop year are here. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said there is still ...
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The latest iteration of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule took effect on March 20 for most of the country. A federal judge in Texas has blocked the ...
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USDA leaders visit Panama for a trade mission. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Department of Agriculture Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis Taylor arrived in ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., growers are struggling to work around challenges with waterlogged orchards. Several storm systems over the past several weeks have significantly ...
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A bipartisan group of lawmakers is working to keep the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) from increasing further in 2023. Senators Jon Ossoff and Thom Tillis have introduced the Farm ...
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Precision irrigation systems continue to advance in both efficiency and efficacy. A component of those approaches is knowing exactly when plants need water and when they do not. Associate Professor ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers farmers getting a water win from the California Court of Appeal decision, nearly ...
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The USDA says rural areas are lagging behind when it comes to education. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Formal educational attainment in rural America has grown, but ...
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It’s a pivotal time for ag tech and automated farm equipment. This week’s Voices of the Valley episode addresses the growth of ag tech in recent years in a conversation ...
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Dairy farmers in the San Joaquin Valley are working to overcome the impacts of substantial flooding. Last week’s storms have left broad swaths of Tulare County under standing water. Evacuation ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the FARMER program received zero funding in the state budget, why cutting costs ...
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A favorite sweet onion heads to supermarkets soon. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The start of Vidalia onion season is almost here, with the official pack date ...
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The continuing series of California storms is having a dire impact on agricultural production in several areas of the state. Most notably, in the Watsonville and Salinas areas where a ...
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More than 50 organizations representing food and ag interests are seeking additional trade market support to bolster U.S. ag exports. In a letter addressed to Congress, the groups point out ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has a stated goal of eliminating the use “priority pesticides” by 2050. Part of that effort includes the implementation of the Sustainable Pest ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a climate and weather update, a brief history of WOTUS, details on rice ...
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A new bill would help rural Americans get clean drinking water. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Senators Tammy Baldwin and Susan Collins introduced the bipartisan Healthy Drinking ...
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This week Tom Chapman, CEO of the Organic Trade Association joins Sabrina to talk about new regulations for the organic industry and the industry’s requests for the 2023 Farm Bill. ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom is taking action to put the abundance of floodwater in California to better use through an executive order. President Joe Biden has released the President’s Budget for ...
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This week the Plant Biostimulant Act of 2023 has been introduced in both the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives. The legislation seeks to establish more clarity within the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers cost of production being on the top of farmers’ minds, the possibility of ...
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Ten organizations are going to be receiving significant funding support to help bolster pollinator habitat. A total of $12.25 million in funding is being awarded through a new grant program ...
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A new children’s book about agriculture is coming soon. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The latest children’s book from Feeding Minds Press, the publishing arm of the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the positive experiences with groundwater recharge in almond orchards, annual California ag stats ...
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In working with the Turlock Irrigation District (TID), grower Eric Spycher’s groundwater recharge efforts are proving successful. He explained the process in a recent episode of the Almond Journey Podcast ...
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More than 400 organizations affirmed the support of the pesticide regulatory system under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act, or FIFRA, in a letter to lawmakers this week. The ...
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Students prepare for careers with animals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Future Farmers of America (FFA) members from across the country this spring traveled to Denver, Colorado, ...
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Keeping active against Alternaria in tree nuts will be important given the current environmental conditions. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie Rieser said the last series of rain ...
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A broad coalition of more than 400 industry organizations is calling on Congress to support appropriate farm bill funding. In a letter sent to members of the House and Senate ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Boeuf Bourguignon Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Boeuf Bourguignon Untamed below. For this ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent U.S.A., leaffooted plant bugs have become even more problematic in recent years. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers NOW pesticide application costing almond growers and average of $99/acre, FELS AB5183 seminars ...
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Breeding better potatoes for better potato chips. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Americans eat more potato chips than any other nation; more than four pounds a person ...
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Requirements under Ag Order 4.0 could make the practice of cover cropping more necessary for Central Coast growers. Certain types of cover crops can help growers to better manage nitrogen, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the regulatory structure for soils amendments that is similar to vitamins and medicine, ...
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Taking on barriers to rural broadband expansion – that’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Rural lawmakers are ramping up congressional oversight of federal broadband expansion efforts. In response, ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom is taking action to put the abundance of floodwater in California to better use through an executive order. In response to the substantial storm systems that have ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the questions regarding carbon sequestration programs, the pistachio industry contributing more than $6.4 ...
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More freedom for farmers to repair their own equipment. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) and CNH Industrial brands Case IH and ...
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Brian Kuehl, Executive Director of Farmers for Free Trade, joins Sabrina Halvorson to talk about the current state of agricultural trade in the United States. Each week we highlight essential ...
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Thanks to several storm systems to begin the calendar year, California’s current snowpack is now on pace to match a historic record. One important program facing substantial budget cuts is ...
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More than $3 billion in applications were submitted to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) as part of the effort to increase domestic fertilizer production. The first round of awards ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Tofu Garlic Onion Soup with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Tofu Garlic ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers producers responding to the new H2A wage rule, researchers determining the average number ...
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President Joe Biden has released the President’s Budget for Fiscal Year 2024, addressing several programs relevant to agriculture. The presidential budget lays out significant investments to support conservation efforts and ...
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The USDA celebrates the first National Biobased Products Day. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Department Also Announces BioPreferred® Program “Excellence in Procurement” Award Winners for 2022 (USDA/WASHINGTON, ...
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A bipartisan group of U.S. senators reintroduced the DAIRY PRIDE Act in the Senate on February 28. The move comes on the heels of a recent U.S. Food and Drug ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds producers that the application deadlines for two popular conservation programs are coming up. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California is accepting ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers growers setting their sight on a series of storm systems coming to California, ...
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Growers are preparing to implement their nitrogen plans after a long bloom period this season. Associate Director of Agricultural Research with the Almond Board of California (ABC), Sebastian Saa said ...
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University of Notre Dame professors Dr. Brandon Ashfeld and Dr. Tengfei Luo and farmer J.P. LaBrucherie join the podcast this week; the trio is part of a research project focused ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, warmer storms are heading to many parts of California. The storm systems over the past month have occurred during periods of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how tariffs are still impacting ag commodities, pumping restrictions on the Delta and ...
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What’s in a name? Court cases and a bit of trouble, when it comes to cheese. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF), ...
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The short winegrape crop in 2022 could be a good thing for the industry overall. President of Allied Grape Growers, Jeff Bitter said that demand has someone leveled off in ...
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The American Farm Bureau Federation estimates 2022 crop losses due to weather and climate change at more than $21.4 billion. The AFBF Market Intel analysis shows in 2022, 18 weather ...
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Keeping pistachio orchards healthy and safe from disease will be front of mind for growers with bloom around the corner. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie Rieser said ...
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It’s ag safety awareness week. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Agricultural Safety Awareness Week Program is this week, March 6-10. U.S. Agricultural Safety and Health Centers ...
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Sabrina Halvorson stopped by the Merck booth at the recent Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show to discuss calf vaccines.
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A new proposal regulating the use of “Product of USA” on labels has been announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The new rules would pertain to meat, poultry ...
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A final rule updating the Adverse Effect Wage Rates for the H-2A program has been published in the Federal Register. The amended H-2A wage rules from the U.S. Department of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers numbers from the 3rd Philips Snow Station snow survey showing near record snowpack, ...
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Ways you can prevent cancer through healthy foods. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. March is National Nutrition Month, and to kick things off, the Academy of Nutrition ...
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Sabrina Halvorson talks with Robert Guenther, chief public policy officer of the International Fresh Produce Association and secretary of the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance. Guenther discusses priorities for the ...
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Thanks to several storm systems to begin the calendar year, California’s current snowpack is now on pace to match a historic record. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) reported on ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Easy Ratatouille Sauce with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Easy Ratatouille Sauce below. ...
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The Department of Water Resources (DWR) has issued decisions for groundwater sustainability plans (GSPs) for a dozen critically overdrafted groundwater basins. DWR has now provided determinations for 24 of the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a contributing factor for the backups at the ports, the first 2023 House ...
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California budget constraints are coming at a time when farmers are working to meet ambitious climate goals. President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA), Roger Isom said ...
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Chicken has become the nation’s most available meat source. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The supply of chicken available to eat in the United States continues to ...
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Rice growers are being encouraged to prepare for applying for funding support from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). A total of $250 million is being made available through the ...
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Warmer winters have been occurring more frequently in California, impacting dormancy in orchard crops. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor for Yolo, Solano, and Sacramento counties, Kat Jarvis-Shean said some ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers changes to post harvest watering for nut producers, Ag Neighbors seeking to deploy ...
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Navel orangeworm (NOW) is a difficult pest that growers are working to address in a variety of crops. The NOW Neighborhood Management program seeks to bring industry members together to ...
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An important deadline is coming up for cotton growers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol reminds growers to enroll and complete data entry ...
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A recent study shows that California pistachios have an economic impact on the state of more than $6.4 billion. The 2022 study was commissioned by American Pistachio Growers and conducted ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Untamed Slow Roasted Beets with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Untamed Slow ...
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At the recent Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show, Sabrina Halvorson talked with Elanco’s Ron Tessman, DVM, about bovine respiratory disease prevention and treatment.
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California citrus Farm Bill priorities, understanding that the Feekes growth stage is helpful ...
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Veterinarians are helping to reignite the push to strengthen dog import standards. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Veterinary Association-supported Healthy Dog Importation Act would help ...
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The House Agriculture Committee held its first hearing of the new congressional year, titled “Uncertainty, Inflation, Regulations: Challenges for American Agriculture”. Opening statements from the committee leaders were partisan and ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is continuing efforts to address western water supplies through new approaches. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will be working to mitigate challenges through ...
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A program developed by UPL seeks to provide growers with guidance on taking an integrated crop health approach. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie Rieser explained their ProNutiva ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers supply chain logistics looking much better for almonds this year, the industry’s surprise ...
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The big are getting bigger. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s annual Farms and Land in Farms Report shows the country’s largest farms with sales of $1 ...
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California winegrape crush numbers for 2022 were recently released, reflecting another year below average. The California Grape Crush Preliminary Report shows that total wine tonnage was 3,350,000 tons at $944 ...
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LandFlex grants are being issued to three Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) by the Department of Water Resources (DWR). A total of $25 million has been awarded by DWR and the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the DWRs increase in water deliveries, the timing of the increased allocations and ...
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An alternative food source for pollinators. That’s coming up in This Land of Ours. Sorghum bicolor, a pollen-rich grass species cultivated for grain and forage, which looks similar to corn, ...
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Initial CVP allocations are better than last year and the SWP allocation has also been increased. The order effectively means the State Water Resources Control Board is no longer bound ...
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The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) has decided to improve water storage levels after an Executive Order from Governor Gavin Newsom. Pumping requirements in the Delta have been suspended, ...
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Dairy industry groups have expressed concern about the latest proposal for labeling plant-based milk alternatives. A draft guidance was recently issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the southern SJV water resiliency project, the update on the almond bloom and ...
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And the survey says: We’re planning to pay more for groceries. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new survey finds consumers expect to pay more for groceries ...
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The Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance (FACA) has released its 2023 Farm Bill Policy Recommendations. Developed by a 23-member steering committee, the FACA farm bill priorities are divided into several ...
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Pollination season is underway with almond bloom continuing to progress. Grower with CR Orchards and custom applicator, Randy Dickey said they are doing what they can to protect pollinators during ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a new pesticide reporting tool called CASPIR, drought impacts on vigorous rootstocks and ...
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Years of low chill have been increasing in frequency over the past 50 years. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor for Yolo, Solano, and Sacramento counties, Kat Jarvis-Shean said the ...
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A restaurant chain is honoring the FFA. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Advocating for the importance of agriculture and agricultural education has long been a commitment for ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, bloom is steadily progressing, and growers are preparing for petal fall. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said ...
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Initial 2023 water allocations for Central Valley Project (CVP) contractors are larger than in 2022. CVP allocations at this time last year were zero for both north and south-of-Delta contractors. ...
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Growers will be out pruning their vineyards this spring, which comes with added risk of disease. The wounds left by the practice provide an opportunity for infection. Technical Services Manager ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the State Attorneys General filing a lawsuit over WOTUS, the growth of pistachio ...
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The Food Industry Association (FMI) recently submitted comments to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding the agency’s proposed rule to update the definition of the term “healthy.” The FDA ...
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Plans for a plant-based covid vaccine are shut down. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. It looks like the first plant-based COVID-19 vaccine has withered on the vine. ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers more H2A preparations and requirements, the EPA proposing a new rule for pesticide ...
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Several lawmakers point to California’s water mismanagement as being one of the biggest hurdles that growers are dealing with. The issue was highlighted during a press conference at the World ...
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A big-name chef is now the face of a popular tree nut. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. World-renowned Chef Martin Yan is joining forces with American Pistachio ...
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Asian Citrus Psyllid (ACP) has been confirmed in Sonoma Valley. Local officials with the Sonoma County Department of Agriculture will be coordinating responsive action. with the California Department of Food ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the required preparations when using the H2A program, the upcoming US Cotton Trust ...
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Dried-on-the-vine raisin varieties offer significant potential for the industry. The varieties can eliminate some of the labor required in raisin production. Ranch manager for Marthedal Enterprises, Austin Hubbell said they ...
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Continuing eight decades of support. That’s coming up on this line of ours. John Deere announced a donation of $1 million to the National FFA Organization. The donation will support ...
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House Speaker Kevin McCarthy praised the value of farmers in their role of providing food for the country and the world. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for ...
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Signups for the General Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) will open on February 27. Agricultural producers and private landowners will be able to apply through April 7. Offered by the U.S. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the driving force in using H2A, the Landflex program and the significance of ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order that will allow for more water supplies to remain in the Delta. According to the order, “the Water Board shall consider modifying requirements ...
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Farmers who missed the deadline can still send in their Census of Agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Farmers and ranchers still have time to be counted ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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There could soon be changes to certain agricultural pesticide use rules, as the Biden administration seeks to change some adjustments made in 2020. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced ...
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President Joe Biden Wednesday announced his intent to nominate Xochitl Torres Small to serve as Deputy Secretary of Agriculture at the Department of Agriculture. The Senate confirmed Torres Small to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California’s use of H2A workers is 4th highest in nation, preventing farm equipment ...
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Dormancy breaking materials can help growers overcome a variety of issues related to challenges pertaining to chill accumulation. Research Director at the MARI Agricultural Research Institute, Masood Khezri has been ...
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House Speaker Kevin McCarthy opened the 2023 World Ag Expo on Tuesday, lighting the ceremonial cannon to begin the event. He referenced his home district that encompasses portions of Kern, ...
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Celebrating National Almond Day. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. February 16 is National Almond Day, and to celebrate we have some almond facts: Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s ...
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The schedule has been finalized for the Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Navel Orangeworm (NOW) Summit next week. Hosted by the Almond Board of California (ABC), the event will take ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Untamed Cast Iron Brisket Sauteed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Untamed ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California awarding $15 million for water storage projects in the Central Valley, some ...
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Cotton growers have a new option for fighting tarnished plant bugs and thrips. Bayer’s cotton trait ThryvOn™ Technology is the industry’s first biotech trait to provide season-long protection against tarnished ...
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Information from the National Cotton Council (NCC) indicates that U.S. cotton plantings will be down 17 percent from 2022. According to the NCC’s 42nd Annual Early Season Planting Intentions Survey, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers data from the On Farm Readiness review, tips for keeping pesticide residue off ...
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An additional $19.5 billion will be made available to producers and landowners through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will use the funding to further ...
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A deadline for Mexico to explain their trade decisions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Doug McKalip, the new agriculture trade boss in the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP). USDA’s Farm Service Agency is accepting applications in relation to the recent storm damage many ...
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Biosolutions are continually gaining interest from farmers with more awareness and options available. However, there are important factors to consider when contemplating a biological material. Technical Services Manager for UPL ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the DPR’s robust produce pesticide testing process, the options to mitigate issues with ...
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Improvements to a worldwide food staple. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Rice, already the primary staple for half the world’s population, is getting a makeover from a ...
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Flood damage in Monterey County is going to set back production timelines for many growers. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, eight U.S. Senators are requesting that the ...
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Lawmakers are looking to address the amount of foreign investment in American farmland. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) figures show that foreign entities held an interest in nearly 51 million ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Untamed Superbowl Brisket with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Untamed Superbowl Brisket below. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the nuts not included in the Produce Safety Rule, the Indo-Pacific region being ...
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It’s a break for the piggy-bank just in time for the big games. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Retail prices for chicken wings have been trending lower ...
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U.S. dairy exports achieved new value and volume milestones in 2022. Data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that exports of dairy products passed $9 billion for the first ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, bees are in the orchards with almond bloom on the horizon. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent U.S.A., Todd Burkdoll said ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous ...
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Flood damage in Monterey County is going to set back production timelines for many growers. Multiple storms brought a tremendous amount of rainfall to the area, flooding a significant amount ...
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The USDA is developing new ways to track COVID in wild and domestic animals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Scientists with USDA’s Agricultural Research Service (ARS) are ...
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Pest management approaches and best practices are constantly evolving, whether it be new technologies or new materials. The Almond Board of California (ABC) is persistently involved in working to improve ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers produce safety risk when growing nuts, Monterey producers roughly 45-60 days behind schedule ...
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Bloom synchronization in pistachio orchards is an important component of maximizing the potential for pollination. Research Director at the MARI Agricultural Research Institute, Masood Khezri has been looking at pistachio ...
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The USDA is taking steps to prevent fraud in organic ag. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Organic Trade Association applauded the USDA and the National Organic ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. hosted by Brian German. Today’s show includes a report on California’s water outlook from the Department ...
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The USDA is taking steps to improve child health through school meals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack Friday announced major initiatives that support ...
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House Agriculture Chairman Glenn GT Thompson recently announced subcommittee Chairs and jurisdictions for the 118th Congress. The Pennsylvania Republican says of the subcommittee chairs. “I’m excited to welcome this talented ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show includes a conversation with Monterey County Farm Bureau Director Norm Groot, with updates on ...
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Several lawmakers are seeking action on the ongoing avian flu outbreak. The issue has been impacting poultry production for a year now. In a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, ...
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Bacterial blast can be a devastating issue for almond growers. Infections can result in up to a 20 percent loss of yield. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Cassie ...
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Trend spotters tell us the top ten “fancy food” trends for 2023. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Specialty Food Association (SFA) Trendspotter Panel navigated thousands of ...
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Readings from the California Department of Water Resources indicate that three weeks of storms have brought significant improvements to the California snowpack. The comment period on the Proposed Interim Decisions ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features the latest information on California’s snowpack and a report on how a southern ...
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced its intention to make significant changes to its food safety and nutrition division. FDA Commissioner Robert Califf describes the FDA structural ...
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Sabrina Halvorson visits with John Doyle at the John Deere booth during the Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans.
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While typically its barbecue in Kansas City and cheesesteaks in Philly, when it comes to the Super Bowl, the wing is still king. That’s coming up on This Land of ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the flexibility in the Produce Safety Rule, the critical ag incentive funding that ...
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The Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show are underway in New Orleans, Louisiana, with nearly 7,000 cattle producers, industry partners, and stakeholders gathered for education, engagement, and entertainment. A ...
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Research Director at the MARI Agricultural Research Institute, Masood Khezri has been working on a project related to bloom synchronization in pistachio orchards. Part of the multi-year trial has included ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is hosting a pest management summit in Modesto on February 21. Along with the Almond Conference, ABC hosts four summit events each year to ...
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A study sheds light on grazing practices around the nation. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Data published Monday by USDA’s Economic Research Service shows rotational grazing adoption ...
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Readings from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) indicate that three weeks of storms have brought significant improvements to the California snowpack. At the second manual snow survey of ...
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The Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) has released its recommendations for the 2023 Farm Bill. A letter was also sent to Agriculture Committee leadership in the U.S. House of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a new report showing the decrease in statewide pesticide use, Monterey County still ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, educational meetings play an important role in keeping industry members informed. They also serve as important opportunities for product developers to ...
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Putting billions into rural electric infrastructure. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is investing $2.7 billion to help 64 electric cooperatives and utilities expand and modernize ...
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More proof of the health benefits of tree nuts. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. In a paper published in the journal Nutrients, researchers found that consuming mixed tree nuts ...
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The U.S. is establishing another dispute panel in relation to Canadian dairy policies, according to U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai. At issue is Canada’s dairy tariff-rate quota (TRQ) allocation measures ...
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Within the same week, two of the country’s top agricultural and food safety officials each announced intentions to resign. Dr. Jewel H. Bronaugh will be resigning from her position as ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details of the delta flows and the impact of “first flush” protocol, the ...
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If you’re prone to procrastination, the USDA reminds you to send in your census of agriculture. the deadline to respond to the 2022 Census of Agriculture is Feb. 6. Producers ...
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In response to improved hydrological conditions, the Department of Water Resources (DWR) has updated State Water Project (SWP) deliveries. The SWP allocation has now been increased to 30 percent, after ...
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Over the course of nearly two years, California has been developing a framework for reducing pesticide use and transitioning to a more sustainable pest management approach. The Sustainable Pest Management ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers representative Duarte on WOTUS, details on the ACTIVE 23 conference, and the storms ...
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The top members of the Senate’s Finance Committee sent a letter to the White House asking the administration to pursue enforcement action against Canada and Mexico under the USMCA. Inside ...
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A new opportunity for grant money from the USDA. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making available up to $7.5 million ...
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Even with a better start to the water year, there is still a bit of trepidation among cotton growers. While the overall outlook for California strawberries remains positive, the industry ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Parmesan Polenta 2023 with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Perfect Parmesan ...
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Back in November of 2022, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposed sweeping changes to parameters for rodenticide use. A 75-day public comment that was subsequently opened will close on ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the concerns of the “close contact” definition in the permanent COVID protocols, the ...
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Congressional efforts to address supply chain shortfalls continue with the recent introduction of the Safer Highways and Increased Performance for Interstate Trucking (SHIP IT) Act. U.S. Representatives Dusty Johnson and ...
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There’s been substantial consolidation in the retail food market in the last thirty years. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. food retail sector experienced substantial consolidation ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the supplemental seminars and certification trainings offered at ACTIVATE 23, details on the ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) will be holding elections for its Board of Directors for the 2023-2024 crop year. A formal announcement for the election will be made in ...
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The leadership of the Senate Agriculture Committee Wednesday announced a set of farm bill hearings. Senators Debbie Stabenow and John Boozman will hold the first hearing on February 1, titled. ...
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Extension Specialist in Orchard Systems in the Department of Plant Science at UC Davis, Giulia Marino has been working to more thoroughly understand chill accumulation in cherry trees. The main ...
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Some national praise from the National Corn Growers Association. That’s Coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) praised the Biden administration for issuing an ...
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Specialty crop producers are being reminded that assistance is available for certain food safety certification costs. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for the Food Safety Certification ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how to help farmer employers navigate the requirements of AB 2183, the banner ...
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The Biden Administration is facing a lawsuit from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) over the listing of the Lesser Prairie Chicken under the Endangered Species Act. NCBA has filed ...
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Should there be an investigation into the high price of eggs? That’s coming up on this land of ours. A U.S. farm group is asking the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Ventura County avocado grower Chris Sayer described 2022 as a “banner year” for their operation at Petty Ranch. Production also appeared to be strong throughout the state. Sayer explained that ...
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Cotton plantings over the past few years have been significantly impacted by drought conditions and constrained water supplies. Minimal water allocations have prevented many growers from taking advantage of some ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the research mitigation strategy for sunburn in vineyards, the approximate $200 million in ...
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Chocolate is getting even more popular. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The global cocoa and chocolate market is seeing a growth spurt. According to a new research ...
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Additional dairy assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is being made available to producers. The support will be offered through the Pandemic Market Volatility Assistance Program (PMVAP) and ...
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His name is known around California agriculture circles, and now John Duarte is taking on D.C. The Republican was sworn in this month as the elected Congressman for California’s 13 ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking to update animal disease traceability regulations. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will be accepting public comment on the proposed ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers top ten new product winners, pistachio shipments on pace again for another strong ...
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New research may help lower winter bee losses. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Agricultural Research Service scientists and their Chinese colleagues have identified a specific metabolic pathway ...
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As California experiences several atmospheric rivers bringing substantial precipitation to the state, lawmakers are highlighting the need for better water management. Cover crops provide a variety of benefits to growers ...
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Industry groups are celebrating the release of the new organic rules from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Development of the Strengthening Organic Enforcement Rule (SOE) has been a lengthy ...
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While the overall outlook for California strawberries remains positive, the industry is continuing to assess damages related to the storms that came through the state. The California Strawberry Commission (CSC) ...
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A legal challenge to the new Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule has been filed by a coalition of agricultural and other business organizations. The WOTUS lawsuit has been ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers this week’s Chill Report, updated Sierra Nevada snowpack levels, the threshold for red ...
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It’s now easier to apply for an 1890 National Scholars Program. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) this week unveiled a new e-application ...
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Several storms that California has experienced are adding moisture to the ground and bringing more fog events than in previous winters. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor for Yolo, Solano, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a deep analysis for further development of almond markets, the changes coming to ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) continues to invest in developing market opportunities on behalf of the industry. A tremendous amount of research and analysis is conducted to refine marketing ...
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There’s a shift in rural jobs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Over the last two decades, the strongest rural job gains were in smaller industries that tend ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the ideal spring conditions for fruit development in vineyards, cover crops in orchards ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the bloom period in almonds may be coming a bit earlier than average this year. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent ...
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Exploring trade opportunities with Vietnam. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) members and leadership traveled to Vietnam last week. The ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Cover crops provide a variety of benefits to growers and the recent storm systems that came through California demonstrated multiple advantages. Chris Sayer from Petty Ranch in Ventura County said ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers some details of the upcoming AgSafe ACTIVATE 23 conference, the atmospheric rivers helping ...
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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 ...
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Producers will have more of an opportunity to access critical disaster assistance after a recent announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Eligibility has been expanded for several programs ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a conversation with the 2023 World Ag Expo Chair, the caps and limitations ...
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Some professional athletes are buying up farmland. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow and longtime NBA player Blake Griffin are among some of ...
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Even as California receives massive amounts of rainfall, rural communities are still experiencing drought impacts. The Sites Reservoir Project has recently received an additional $80 million through the Water Infrastructure ...
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Multiple organizations representing the fresh produce industry are raising concerns about a potential retail grocery merger. The groups assert that a merger between Kroger and Albertsons would have substantial consequences ...
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As California experiences several atmospheric rivers bringing substantial precipitation to the state, lawmakers are highlighting the need for better water management. The storm systems are providing much-needed support to the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers USDA making a first-time purchase of mandarins for food distribution, the administration of ...
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Recognizing young farmers and ranchers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) recognized the winners of the Young Farmers and Ranchers Achievement Award, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the growing popularity of cold storage bees as it provides added stability, the ...
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Using cold storage to house bee colonies in the winter is not a new practice but it is continuing to grow in popularity. Assistant Research Professor at Washington State University, ...
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Do You Have What It Takes to Be a PLANTERS® Brand Peanutter? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If seeing the country while cruising along in a one-of-a-kind, ...
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Most of California has been experiencing a substantial amount of rain since the end of 2022 and that can have an impact on how trees are experiencing chill. UC Cooperative ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare 24 Hour Pot Roast Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare 24 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the unfortunate costs of runner removal in strawberries helping to push innovation, working ...
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The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) says more uncertainty is ahead when it comes to the new Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule. The new rule comes as the Supreme ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, different weather scenarios heading into February will call for certain approaches to bloom prep. It has been cool and rainy for ...
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People’s Choice Pup Also Announced “We’re very excited to partner with Purina for the fifth annual Farm Dog of the Year contest, providing the public a look into daily life ...
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Even as California receives massive amounts of rainfall, rural communities are still experiencing drought impacts. With recent atmospheric rivers sweeping through the state, California is now simultaneously operating under both ...
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Deere & Company (John Deere) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) that addresses the right to repair equipment. Signed at the 2023 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers UV-C Proving to be effective in combating powdering mildew in strawberries, Duval’s comments ...
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack highlighted additional farmer support during his address at the American Farm Bureau Federation annual convention in Puerto Rico. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) efforts are underway ...
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Food prices were a little lower in December, but still higher than the year before. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization’s ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CFBF’s reaction to the WOTUS rule, western drought relief, and the secondary environmental ...
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Proposed changes for seafood imports. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced a proposed rule to expand the Seafood Import ...
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Producer sentiment improved sharply in December as the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Index reading of 126 was 24 points higher than a month earlier. Although U.S. farmers were ...
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Even with the encouraging readings from the first 2023 snow survey, DWR points out there is a long way to go before April 1. Ag groups have questioned the timing ...
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The United States and Taiwan will hold an in-person negotiating round for the U.S.-Taiwan Initiative on 21st-Century Trade in Taipei. The negotiations are under the American Institute in Taiwan and ...
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The Sites Reservoir project has received additional funding support from the Bureau of Reclamation. Last week, the project received $80 million through the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Act ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Census of Ag questionnaires lining up with ARMS survey, strengthening organic enforcement rule ...
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The first of seven satellites for agriculture launched into space Tuesday by SpaceX. Built by Dragonfly Aerospace, the satellite is part of the Transporter-6 mission for customer EOS Data Analytics. ...
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A key component to the success of the agriculture industry is efficiency through innovation. For Austin Hubbell, ranch manager for Marthedal Enterprises, ag partnerships are a key to innovation. Growers ...
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The “2023 Meat Trends to Watch Report” says understanding the overarching trends in American meat consumption can help keep meat in the mix. “There are challenges ahead for the lamb ...
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Several almond production trends were highlighted during last month’s Almond Conference in Sacramento. Slowing increases in bearing acreage over the past several years was highlighted by various reports. More detailed ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers results from the first snow survey of the year and what to expect ...
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Baby formula importers face changes again this year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Baby formula imports into the U.S. will be subject to tariffs again this year ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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The LandFlex incentive program offers farmers financial support as part of the effort to address water availability. Producers in critically over drafted basins will have the opportunity to enroll in ...
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The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) released a report titled “U.S. Beef Exports to East Asia on a Record Pace.” Despite economic uncertainties brought on by COVID, continued global supply ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers advocating for ag in the new congress, ag provisions in the Omnibus Bill, ...
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A lack of chill accumulation can be challenging for growers later in the season, beginning with a straggled bloom. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor for Yolo, Solano, and Sacramento ...
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President Biden signed the omnibus spending package into law that diverts a government shutdown and keeps it running until September 30, 2023. The bill with more than 4,000 pages contains ...
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Can insects really be the main source of animal protein in a healthy diet? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The use of insect protein is becoming more ...
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The first 2023 snow survey from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) demonstrated a strong start to the year. DWR reported that Phillips Station has a snow depth of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers USDA investing $9 million in bioproduct development, the LandFlex program for almond growers ...
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Eggs are more expensive than they were in 2021. Marketplace says the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports the price of a dozen Grade A eggs jumped from $1.82 in 2021 ...
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A final rule to define the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) under the Clean Water Act was issued to end out 2022. The final WOTUS rule was announced by ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the challenges and driving factors of automation in almonds, the NMPF’s dairy market ...
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How did prices increase for different types of food? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new USDA report shows retail food prices increased 8.9 percent in the ...
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Karun Samran of Bapu Farming Company has been recharging groundwater for several years and has seen great results with water usage and crop health. United Farm Workers (UFW) leadership laid ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare 3 Minute Creamed Spinach with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare 3 ...
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More than $1 million in new federal funding is being allocated to support research within the citrus industry. The funding was included as part of the omnibus spending package that ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the pick-up of western precipitation, the surprising positive takeaways from the arrival of ...
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It’s time to make those New Year’s resolutions, even for the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is encouraging farmers to ...
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An ongoing dairy dispute between the U.S. and Canada is being acted on by U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Katherine Tai. Another dispute settlement consultation is being requested under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada ...
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As the year wraps up, Almond Board of California (ABC) President and CEO Richard Waycott explained that there is reason for industry optimism in the year ahead. The past 12 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impacts on rural communities when drought prevents production, reasons for the almond ...
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The importance of the Census of Agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Growers are reminded to fill out their 2022 Census of Agriculture. The USDA mailed out ...
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There is still a great deal of untapped potential in the world of biocontrol options. Biobest R&D Director, Felix Wackers said their discovery of a new mite species and its ...
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In keeping track of chill accumulation during the winter, growers may be best served by using the dynamic model. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor for Yolo, Solano, and Sacramento ...
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United Farm Workers (UFW) leadership laid the blame for a lack of action in Washington on immigration at the feet of the Republican Party and the American Farm Bureau Federation ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, as the calendar year comes to a close, growers are working to finish up their winter programs. A lot of herbicide ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers making risk management tools a Farm Bill priority, growing cutting back on fertilizers ...
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The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) says risk management should be a farm bill priority. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. During volatility in the markets, managing risk ...
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In recent years, the practice of groundwater recharge has become more common as a method of preserving water and ensuring the longevity of farmland. Karun Samran of Bapu Farming Company ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the multiple benefits of implementing cover crops in farms, farm bill titles important ...
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It’s an opportunity for students to win $1,000 for their writing or video. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Ahead of National Ag Day on March 21, 2023, ...
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Electric farming equipment is a relatively new addition to agriculture, but more and more farmers are looking to incorporate the technology into their operation. Director of vineyard operations for Wente ...
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The Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) are accepting applications for new members to serve on agricultural trade advisory committees. Members of the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers congress failing farmers, farmworkers and American consumers by not placing labor reform in ...
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Applications are open for Women in Food & Agriculture Mentorship Program. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alltech recently announced applications are now open for the Women in ...
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The new LandFlex program from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) seeks to reduce groundwater demand through incentives. The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2022 is now making ...
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Doug McKalip has been confirmed by the U.S. Senate as the new Chief Agriculture Negotiator at the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). The position has been vacant for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers NRCS bolstering staff to provide more assistance to producers, CFBF looking to define ...
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What state and products lead in organic production? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) this month released the ...
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The U.S. Senate has confirmed Alexis Taylor as the Under Secretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Several agricultural groups including the National ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the potential inclusion of cannabis at CFBF, almond acreage showing a decline for ...
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For the first time in more than two decades, California almond acreage decreased year-over-year. Land IQ’s 2022 Standing Acreage and Removal Final Estimate shows that total standing acreage as of ...
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A new EPA mandate will increase greenhouse gas emissions, but they say it’s only temporary. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed changes to ...
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Congress has released a $1.7 trillion omnibus appropriations package that includes all 12 fiscal year appropriations bills for the fiscal year 2023. Lawmakers are attempting to get the legislation through ...
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Mild winters in recent years have been creating some dormancy issues in orchards that become apparent later in the season. Researchers have been evaluating different options that might assist walnut ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the possibility of fertilizer markets stabilizing next year, details of the transition payment ...
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Making an investment in community food projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced an ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers drought impacts on California rice and the Sacramento Valley, staying vigilant against nematodes ...
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Fighting Hunger during the holidays. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. National partners of Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization, are supporting neighbors in need during ...
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The Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2022 is now making its way to President Joe Biden to be signed into law. WRDA 2022 was included as part of the ...
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Using predatory mites has historically been relegated to strictly addressing other problematic insect pests. However, a new mite species has been found to provide biological control of a fungal disease ...
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The new LandFlex program from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) seeks to reduce groundwater demand through incentives. Administered in partnership with local Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs), the program ...
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USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack is keeping up the pressure on Mexican officials to back off plans in 2024 to ban imports of GMO corn. Vilsack planned to hear from Mexican ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the last-minute introduction of a farm labor bill, the immediate drought relief component ...
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The American Farm Bureau Federation encourages rural residents to verify the accuracy of the FCC’s National Broadband Map. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Federal Communications Commission ...
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U.S. Department of Agriculture meteorologist, Brad Rippey explained that it looks like a strong start to the season so far. Quality Assurance and Public Relations Manager for Divine Flavor, Michael ...
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More than 60 agricultural groups are receiving funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help expand export markets. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is awarding $202.7 million to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the parameters of Ag Order 4.0 making for increased diligence in optimizing inputs, ...
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More than a million dollars in grant money is heading out, thanks to Willie Nelson’s organization. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. On the heels of a successful ...
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Senator Michael Bennet has introduced legislation in the U.S. Senate in an attempt to address farm labor challenges. The Affordable and Secure Food Act seeks to reform the H-2A Temporary ...
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The Almond Conference (TAC) for 2022 concluded last Thursday, after three days of educational sessions and networking opportunities. Specialist of Industry Relations for the Almond Board of California (ABC), Rebecca ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the upcoming implementation of Prop 12, the positive attendance and attitude at the ...
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Some changes to the popular Alltech ONE Conference. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alltech is transforming its annual Alltech ONE Conference in 2023 into a series of ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Growers keeping track of what winter temperatures have been doing in their orchards have a couple of different options. UC Cooperative Extension Orchard Systems Advisor for Yolo, Solano, and Sacramento ...
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A winter storm that came through much of California last week brought a significant amount of rain and snow to many areas of the state. The latest storm system arrived ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Untamed Apple Tart Tartine with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Untamed ...
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The Food and Agriculture Climate Alliance (FACA) Monday congratulated the second group of organizations selected to receive funding through USDA’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities Program. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers managing what producers can control in the face of challenges, a winemaker participating ...
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The USDA is accepting applications for a trade mission to Panama. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is accepting applications from U.S. exporters ...
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During the recent Organic Grower Summit (OGS), several industry members participated in a panel discussion focused on agricultural challenges. Some of the topics covered during the session included regulations, consumer ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing an additional $325 million in climate-smart pilot projects. A total of 71 projects are receiving support from the second round of funding ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the importance of the California Farm Bureau delegate’s meeting, considerations for successful groundwater ...
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Announcing the winners in a sorghum industry contest. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. National Sorghum Producers announced the winners of the 2022 Sorghum Yield Contest. This year’s ...
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According to a recent report, the California wine industry has an impact of $170.5 billion in annual economic activity in the U.S. “The Economic Impact of California Wine” report was ...
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The Farm Workforce Modernization Act awaits Senate action during the lame-duck session, and it’s the closest meaningful immigration reform has come to the finish line in years. Research by David ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the debate on whether or not to put climate change in the Farm ...
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There’s a shortage of veterinarians in the United States. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new report commissioned by Farm Journal Foundation found that there is a shortfall of veterinarians to ...
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The initial water allocation for 2023 has been released by the Department of Water Resources. Walt Duflock, Vice President of Innovation for Western Growers, said that Arizona may be taking ...
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The enrollment period for Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) and Supplemental Dairy Margin Coverage (SDMC) programs has been extended. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the new deadline to ...
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A multi-agency agreement seeks to better support the conservation efforts of California’s agriculture stewards. The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), California Association of Resource Conservation Districts (CARCD), University ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a group of senators sending a letter to USDA emphasizing the need to ...
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Chill hours are a primary factor in determining how well plants will emerge from dormancy – impacting bud break for both blooms and leaves. Delayed emergence can create management issues ...
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The Senate Ag Committee took up the topic of the research title in the Farm Bill during a hearing this week. Witnesses testified on the need to fund cutting-edge ag ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the almond industry challenges provide an opportunity to grow and innovate, a new ...
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The state of the industry presentation during the 2022 Almond Conference carried a lot of optimism for the future. There were more than 4,000 registrants for this year’s three-day event ...
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A virus could help fight fungus on wheat. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A naturally occurring virus co-discovered by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) and university scientists may ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Untamed Yukon White Cheddar Skillet Potatoes with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, fleabane and marestail are likely to be germinating in orchards after the recent rains. Growers that were able to get a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers anti-factory-farm bills becoming more popular, irrigation considerations included in the new cover crop ...
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Using nutrition to fight cancer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) this week announced the new Agricultural Science Center of Excellence for Nutrition ...
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USDA projects 2022 calendar year net farm income up nearly $20 billion, or 13.8 percent from 2021. American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Economist Veronica Nigh explains what is driving the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the pros and cons of PAC re-certification methods, reflections from a Leadership Farm ...
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Announcing the recipients of an annual honor in food and agribusiness. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Rabobank announced the recipients of its annual Rabobank North America Leadership ...
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Industry members are being asked to provide comments on potential mill assessment alternatives for the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). As the department’s primary funding source, the mill assessment ...
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As the development of autonomous farming equipment moves forward, California could be at a disadvantage. The state has largely been a pioneer in terms of agtech development, particularly for specialty ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers agtech development, California DWR’s initial 5% water allocation, and Duchenaux on an assistance ...
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A new online portal helps consumers shop cotton this holiday season. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cotton Incorporated is promoting the textile on its website fabricofourlives.com with the new ...
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While winegrape acreage has not been reduced to the level that AGG was calling for a few years ago, the shorter crops have helped bring balance to the market. President ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Turkey Caldo (Soup) with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Turkey Caldo ...
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The initial water allocation for 2023 has been released by the Department of Water Resources (DWR). As of December 1, DWR is allocating five percent of requested supplies for the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers agtech development requiring advanced training opportunities, congress acting to prevent a rail strike, ...
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The U.S. is importing more live holiday plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Christmas trees and poinsettias are iconic symbols of the holiday season. While the vast ...
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The House of Representatives Wednesday took action to avert a pending rail strike. House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, on the house floor Wednesday, stated, “A shutdown would grind our economy to ...
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The 2022 Almond Conference is coming up December 6-8 at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento. Sessions will once again be taking place on the first day of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the changing landscape of COVID requirements for ag employers, a breakdown of the ...
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How can we sustainably feed a growing world? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. U.S. Soy recently hosted a panel at the 2022 Borlaug International Dialogue as part ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Ham Glaze with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Perfect Ham ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers strawberry farmers receiving support in the fight against soil-born diseases, an initiative that ...
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Industry members are working to bring more biologicals to the market at a quicker pace through increasing on-farm trials. Executive Chair and Cofounder of the Invasive Species Corporation, Pam Marrone ...
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President Joe Biden is encouraging Congress to act in order to avoid a “potentially crippling” rail strike. A variety of industry groups have also been calling for federal intervention to ...
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Growers that have been dealing with walnut blight will want to make sure and be proactive with their preventative measures. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver said ...
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President of Allied Grape Growers (AGG), Jeff Bitter said that the winegrape market is seeing more of a “stable environment” after three short crops in a row. While acreage has ...
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U.S. farm establishments received 14.5 cents per dollar spent on domestically produced food in 2021—a decrease of 1.0 cent from a revised 15.5 cents in 2020. The figure is the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a new pollinator alliance that is seeking to expand pollinator habitat in almond orchards, ...
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American farmers contribute more to fighting world hunger than they might realize. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Chase Sova is the senior director of public policy and ...
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Federal officials along with a delegation of U.S. agricultural interests are working to develop trade opportunities in Spain. More than 30 agribusinesses and farm organizations are joining U.S. Department of ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Haricots and Brussels with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Perfect ...
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The final food traceability rule has been released by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Requirements for Additional Traceability Records for Certain Foods establishes additional requirements under the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the winegrape market coming back more into balance after 3 harvests, a new ...
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We talk a lot about food safety when it comes to things like poultry, but how about flour? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The holiday season to ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has introduced proposed regulations related to 1,3-D. More than 300 agricultural, environmental, and other stakeholder groups are encouraging Congress to reaffirm federal authority ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers recent animal activism headlines farmers should be aware of, coyote brush possibly playing ...
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A proposed change to WIC could mean less dairy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Western Growers debuting it’s Real Farmers Care’ video for Thanksgiving, the priorities set ...
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How much do farmers make for that Thanksgiving meal? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. National Farmers Union (NFU) released the 2022 Farmer’s Share of the food dollar ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the safety challenges related to the implementation of AB 2188, the DPR cracking ...
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An ongoing study in coastal Southern California citrus groves has found that just over 3.5% of Asian citrus psyllids (ACP) tested are carrying the bacterium that can cause HLB. ACP ...
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The Black Sea Grain deal, a global food lifeline and key for world fertilizer supplies is being extended for several more months. The grain initiative was set to expire last ...
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Participation in the Seeds for Bees program has grown substantially since the last cropping year. The program provides free cover crop seeds for producers, as well as technical assistance. Chief ...
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Staying food-safe this Thanksgiving. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds us all that it’s important to remember the steps to food ...
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Drought conditions and the implementation of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) are putting a squeeze on California growers. Principal Analyst with the Almond Board of California, Jesse Roseman said ...
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Additional pandemic assistance is going to be provided through new and existing programs from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The new Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program (PARP) will assist eligible ...
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People shopping for electric vehicles will see that most don’t have AM radio, and it’s a move not sitting well with rural farm broadcasters. Nathan Simington is a Commissioner of ...
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The American Lamb Board is taking a closer look at sustainability. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. American Lamb Board (ALB) working with the American sheep industry has ...
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Nearly $24 million is being invested as part of federal efforts to support beginning farmers and ranchers. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is funding 45 projects that will provide ...
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As the agriculture community grapples with uncertainty ahead of the 2023 growing season, BASF is extending what some would call a lifeline in the midst of an unsettled economy. For ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers NRCS accepting applications for Ag Conservation Easements program, pistachios being a “shining star” ...
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A big emphasis has been put on data sharing and collaboration as a means to address issues of food safety. California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) CEO Tim York said ...
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What households have a higher rate of food insecurity? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. In 2021, households that included an adult with disabilities reported higher food insecurity ...
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Stakeholders still have an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed changes to the walnut marketing order. Members of Congress are calling for stricter enforcement of the Ocean Shipping Reform ...
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More than 300 agricultural, environmental, and other stakeholder groups are encouraging Congress to reaffirm federal authority over pesticide products. The coalition notes that the statute governing pesticides, the Federal Insecticide, ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Smoked Turkey Legs with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Smoked Turkey ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers fresh produce labor shortage resulting in higher food prices, growth in the biologicals ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) has introduced proposed regulations related to 1,3- dichloropropene (1,3-D). DPR Director, Julie Henderson said that the action is meant to lower the risk ...
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The National Corn Growers Association Board of Directors has hired Hedlin Ag Enterprises of Ankeny, Iowa, to assist with the search for a new CEO. Current NCGA CEO Jon Doggett ...
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A look at trends in ag equipment sales. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Combine harvester sales showed double-digit gains during October in North America. The Association of ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is asking for public input through a Federal Register request for information on implementation of more than $19 billion provided by the Inflation Reduction ...
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Educational sessions at The Almond Conference (TAC) will focus on a range of issues that are impacting growers. TAC will be taking place in Sacramento, December 6-8 at the SAFE ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the reason behind California’s DPR new PAC certification requirements, the continuation of the ...
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An ag organization helping students pay for school. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Certified Angus Beef (CAB) awarded an annual record of $70,000 in scholarships to 20 ...
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The biological sector is continuing to grow at double-digit rates due to a variety of factors. Increased interest in the area, along with regulatory requirements are helping push advancement. Executive ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Turkey Breast with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Perfect Turkey ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, dormancy provides an opportunity to protect orchards against overwintering pests. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, Todd Burkdoll said that ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the decertification action necessary to maintain the integrity of the LGMA program, dormancy ...
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A look at where our holiday favorites come from. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Among the many traditions of the holiday season is the opportunity to make ...
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(AFBF/WASHINGTON, November 16, 2022) — Spending time with family and friends at Thanksgiving remains important for many Americans and this year the cost of the meal is also top of ...
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California growers are working to get their almond orchards ready for dormancy. Second-generation almond grower Christine Gemperle said there is a lot to do in the fall in preparing for ...
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The Export Exchange Conference recently hosted by the U.S. Grains Council, Growth Energy, and the Renewable Fuels Association is already paying off. According to surveys of grain buyers who attended ...
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Members of Congress are calling for stricter enforcement of the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) of 2022. In a letter to the Federal Maritime Commission (FMC), lawmakers highlight the need ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Amazon having to pay California DPR nearly $5 million, updates to the Walnut ...
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The USDA is investing funds for healthier school meals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service launched a new initiative for healthier school meals ...
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The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has published its second annual report. It details the results for the 2021-22 period, from August 1st, 2021-July 31st, 2022. The farm-level, science-based sustainability program ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Mexican lawmakers pushing to ban nearly 200 pesticide chemicals, NRCS seeking runtime info ...
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A look at SNAP participation. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. In fiscal year 2021, USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program served an average of 41.5 million people monthly. ...
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More than 190 members of the Agricultural Transportation Working Group want Congress to prepare to help prevent a railroad strike or lockout. Fresno County is among the ranks of $8 ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Cranberry Sauce with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare Perfect Cranberry ...
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A key railroad workers’ union says it won’t go on strike after November 19. The Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way – Employees Division says it will hold off on any ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impacts of the election on the Farm Bill, project priorities for the ...
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The USDA is seeking information on prospective customers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Producers can now take a nationwide survey to help the U.S. Department of Agriculture ...
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The citrus assessment rate for California producers has recently been announced by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). The assessment rate has been established as 3.2 cents per ...
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Stakeholders still have an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed changes to the walnut marketing order. The proposed amendments to the Federal Marketing Order are based on the record ...
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Educational sessions at the upcoming Almond Conference will cover a variety of industry topics including fertigation and irrigation. The event will be taking place December 6-8 at the SAFE Credit ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Tulare County’s nut theft ordinance in full effect, data needed from producers with ...
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Drought continues to cause a major slowdown in shipping. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) says the number of grain barges being ...
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Producers can now take a nationwide survey to help the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) improve and increase access to its programs and services for America’s farmers, ranchers, and forest ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, implementing a strong preemergent program now will help growers to better manage weed issues later in the season. Field Market Development ...
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The California Leafy Green Marketing Agreement (LGMA) and the California Department of Food and Agriculture recently had to take a decertification action against a member company. California LGMA CEO Tim ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the challenges with getting agtech to the industry, California being the top producer ...
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A new conference is set for the plant-based products industry. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Plant Based Products Council (PBPC) announced its first annual conference. The ...
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The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is seeking information on equipment replacements under the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). Engine and equipment replacement has been made possible under EQIP through ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare perfect whipped potatoes for Thanksgiving 2022 with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert ...
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More than 190 members of the Agricultural Transportation Working Group want Congress to prepare to help prevent a railroad strike or lockout. Beef Magazine says a strike or lockout would ...
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California grape growers faced a variety of challenges in 2022. Technical Services Manager for UPL North America, Katie Driver described the year as being a “wild ride” for agriculture. A ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers foliar applications being a potential workaround for high input costs of NPK’s, the ...
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It’s time to be thinking turkey. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. With Thanksgiving just under three weeks away, the National Turkey Federation (NTF) shared helpful tips for ...
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Two new programs from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) seek to provide more support for crop insurance options for underserved producers. About $3.3 million is being invested in the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the initial findings of the drought impact study, how advantages of certain agtech ...
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Recently signed legislation has made changes to how employers can conduct various types of drug testing. The Farm Employers Labor Service (FELS) is hosting a free webinar titled “How Do ...
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Scientists are working to prevent a common health issue in cows. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cattle pinkeye is a very contagious eye infection that causes redness, ...
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An additional $118.8 million in FARMER funding has been accepted and appropriated by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. A joint venture among agricultural industry groups and transportation ...
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The Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently opened registration for the 99th Agricultural Outlook Forum. The 2023 event is back in person, held February 23-24, at the Crystal City Gateway Marriott ...
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According to the latest crop report, Fresno County agriculture has hit a new milestone for production value. “For the first time ever Fresno County went over the $8 billion mark, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the San Joaquin valley water blueprint moving forward to the next phase, staying ...
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A restaurant chain is honoring farmers. That’s coming up in This Land of Ours. Culver’s this week launched “To Farmers With Love,” a farmer appreciation contest. The contest is an ...
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As part of the effort to increase competition and capacity in the meat industry, 21 grant projects are receiving $73 million in support. The investment is part of the first ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details on the special return on investment breakfast at the almond conference, specifics ...
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A special grower breakfast will be hosted at the 2022 Almond Conference, with content focused on helping growers improve their return on investment (ROI). The special session will go over ...
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We’re officially into November and thoughts are turning to Thanksgiving. Will there be enough turkeys to go around this year? That’s coming up on This Land of ours. The avian ...
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Agricultural producers still have an opportunity to apply for conservation funding assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Opportunities made possible through the farm bill include the Environmental Quality ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Agricultural concerns were the topic of discussion at a recent event hosted by the Monterey County Farm Bureau. Approximately 50 industry members had the opportunity to share ideas and concerns ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the recent roundtable on supply chain issues, a prune breeding program that is ...
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A look at how farmers are using cover crops. That’s coming up on This land of Ours. A new USDA survey says cover crops are more popular than first thought. ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced an investment of $71.2 million for assisting underserved producers. Investments are being made into the American Rescue Plan Technical Assistance Investment Program ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers biodiesel playing a big role in California’s GHG drop, research to continue evaluating ...
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A look at genetically engineered crops. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Economic Research Service says genetically engineered seeds were commercially introduced in the U.S. for major ...
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Reports are saying a U.S. railway strike is imminent after the Brotherhood of Railroad Signalmen union voted last week against ratification of the National Tentative Agreement reached on September 15. Just over ...
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An additional $118.8 million in FARMER funding has been accepted and appropriated by the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. The Funding Agricultural Replacement Measures for Emission Reductions program, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers green waste compost helping increase carbon and nitrogen in soils, evaluating the microbial ...
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A joint venture among agricultural industry groups and transportation carriers is helping to overcome logistical challenges in the food supply chain. President and CEO of the Almond Alliance of California, ...
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Low water levels continue to lead to shipping problems. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Mississippi River has 27 U.S. Geological Survey streamflow gages reporting levels below ...
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The State Water Resources Control Board has moved forward with a proposal to further increase water fees for several programs. Agricultural organizations have expressed appreciation for the recent debt relief ...
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After dismal amounts of rain and snow last year, California is expected to have another dry winter. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) points out that drought conditions are ...
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The third quarter GDP report showed some improvements in the nation’s economy. President Biden issued a statement on the report that stated it was “further evidence that our economic recovery ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a relatively new wasp to California that could have a positive impact on ...
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It’s pumpkin season around the nation, and they’re as popular as ever. That’s coming up on This Land of ours. It seems pumpkins are everywhere this time of year and ...
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USDA is giving another boost to rural broadband. “We’re building a better America by ensuring our investments reach everyone, including our rural and underserved communities,” said White House Senior Advisor ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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A new industry resource will debut at the 2022 Almond Conference. The new Almond Disease and Nutrient Deficiency Identification Cards will complement other informational materials developed by the Almond Board ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers harvest season safety tips, a new ID tool to complement other almond production ...
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A new report shows a rise in the plant-based meat market. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Allied Market Research published a report on the plant-based meat market that found ...
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Farm employers are being invited to learn more about the impact of new legislation in a couple of free webinars. The Card Check and Ag Employers: What Does AB 2183 ...
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Biological control appears to be contributing to reducing bagrada bug issues in California. Research Entomologist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Brian Hogg had been evaluating the wasp gryon aetherium ...
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More than two-dozen agribusinesses and farm organizations will be participating in an upcoming East Africa trade mission. The trip will take place from October 31 through November 4. California agribusinesses ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the multi-year process of addressing salinity issues, the industry embracing a multi-module/multi-port shipping ...
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Tracking ten years of changes to produce in school lunches. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. One USDA department tracked changes in school lunches for the last ten ...
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New Zealand is the Latest Country to Tax Cow Burps. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. New Zealand farmers recently gathered in towns and cities across the country ...
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The State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) has moved forward with a proposal to further increase water fees for several programs. President and CEO of the Western Agricultural Processors Association ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the current ag trade issues for citrus and other commodities, how social media ...
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Agricultural organizations have expressed appreciation for the recent debt relief assistance announced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The relief provided has been made possible by the Inflation Reduction ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a study examining the rippling economic impacts of restricting pesticides, an industry event ...
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Inflation is impacting the organic industry. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Ongoing inflation resulted in higher retail prices of organic fresh produce during the third quarter of ...
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The California Supreme Court has denied a petition to prevent four bumblebee species from being classified as fish under the California Endangered Species Act. During a call with ag media, ...
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The Sites Reservoir Project is receiving additional federal support through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. In a recent announcement, the Department of the Interior committed $30 million towards the ...
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Producers can now change election and enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2023 crop year, two key safety net programs offered ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers manufacturers putting more of an emphasis on the development of biologicals, the American ...
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Easy prep meals return to the spotlight. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new market report shows consumers are using more microwavable meals these days. The analysis shows ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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More than 16,000 farmers and agricultural organizations recently united against EPA’s proposed revision to its 2020 atrazine registration review decision. The farmers and agricultural organizations representing corn, citrus, grain sorghum, ...
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An ag robotics and technology forum taking place in Fresno this week has brought together a wide array of those interested in seeing the sector continue to develop. The inaugural ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) and other partners are hosting an irrigation technology workshop series in a few weeks. Registration for each of the workshops is available online through ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers citrus industry collaboration as farm bill talks continue, working to better understand potential ...
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Another study supports the antioxidant benefits of a particular food. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Antioxidant-rich foods are regularly encouraged as part of a healthy lifestyle, and ...
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The enrollment period for the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program is now open for dairy producers. The safety net program from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) provides support for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details on the search for a new Blue Diamond Growers CEO, the complexities ...
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Interest in biologicals continues to grow internationally as a result of a multitude of factors. CEO of Biotalys, Patrice Sellès said that regulatory standards and consumer demand is helping to ...
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Bees are vital to agriculture, and a recent major weather event had an impact on colonies. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Hurricane Ian was devastating in many ...
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During a call with ag media, Tuesday, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack detailed plans to help farmers with USDA loans who are struggling to make their payments. “Through no fault ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a multi-year project looking at green waste compost potential in alfalfa, blueberries are ...
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Researchers are working on a new type of corn. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Decades of corn breeding efforts emphasizing yield have contributed to modern hybrids with ...
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The California Supreme Court has denied a petition to prevent four bumblebee species from being classified as fish under the California Endangered Species Act (CESA). President and CEO of the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the importance of synergy within the ag industry, a reminder that the Ag ...
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The Department of Agriculture seeks public comment on how it should implement Section 22007 of the Inflation Reduction Act. The provision aims to assist the nation’s farmers, ranchers, and forest ...
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Global food insecurity is rising. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. New research from USDA’s Economic Research Service announced Tuesday shows global food insecurity increased by nearly ten ...
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Common chickweed is a normally occurring weed in many cropping systems. However, the issue has become more problematic in small grain production systems over the past couple of years. Building ...
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The threat of a rail strike has arisen again after a recent vote by the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (BMWED). A ...
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Beginning farmers and farmworkers are receiving grant support from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). Awards of $5 million in grant funding has been announced by CDFA’s Office ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers concerns with the Card Check bill, details on the Latino Farmer Conference and ...
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The Biden Administration this week provided $50 million in grants for schools to invest in new food service equipment that will allow them to continue serving nutritious meals. The funding ...
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The U.S. Supreme Court began hearing oral arguments this week on a case centered on California’s Prop 12. In the case NPPC v. Ross, the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ag groups arguing against prop 12 in the Supreme Court, details on the ...
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An additional feature of the Almond Conference this year will be a type of one-stop shop for incentive program information. The Incentive and Grower Support Zone will bring together multiple ...
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How you can power through your day with peanuts. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Fall is a great time for children and adults to get back into ...
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New drought mitigation funding opportunities have been announced as part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The Department of the Interior has unveiled a new program to help ensure the ...
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The National Cotton Council (NCC) recently announced the 2023 Beltwide Cotton Conferences, set for January 10-12 at the New Orleans Marriott in New Orleans. The event offers attendees timely updates ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Happy National Farmer’s Day. Today’s show covers the importance of the Farm Bill’s title 12, the ...
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A specialty protein market is seeing more popularity. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The insect protein market is projected to reach USD 3.3 Billion by 2027. Insect ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the emerging problem with chickweed in small grains, researchers trailing biodegradable mulches for ...
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Mushrooms are having their moment in the spotlight. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The global mushroom market size is expected to grow by $18.78 billion between 2020 and 2025 according to ...
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Grant recipients have been announced as part of an effort to support the U.S. food system. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is helping to cover certain pandemic-related health and ...
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Interest in biologicals is prompting more research and development in the sector, but there is still room to improve the rate of adoption. Professor at Arizona State University, Kathleen Merrigan ...
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A report from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows that the amount of specialty crops enrolled in federal risk management programs has nearly doubled in the last ten years. The value of specialty ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be enhancing soil carbon monitoring efforts with an $8 million investment. Building on the carbon monitoring network is part of USDA’s overall plan ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the Labor Department tightening H-2A rules, new prune varieties showing economic benefits and ...
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Keeping track of consumer perceptions in one ag industry. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There is a lot of data out there about what consumers think when ...
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Despite opposition from agriculture and business groups, Governor Gavin Newsom has signed the card check legislation AB 2183. Director of Regulatory and Economic Affairs for the California Milk Producers Council, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers an upcoming low-cost food safety training opportunity, considerations and challenges for going organic ...
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Peak strawberry season is lasting a little longer in one growing area. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. California strawberry production is expected to hit its second-highest season ...
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Common chickweed is a normally occurring weed in many cropping systems. However, the issue has become more problematic in small grain production systems over the past couple of years. Frequent ...
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The USDA is targeting specialty crop, organic, and urban ag producers for listening sessions on two insurance options, Whole-Farm Revenue Protection (WFRP) and the Micro Farm insurance options. WFRP and Micro Farm are two ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CVP beginning the 2023 water year with 3.6 million acre-feet of storage, survey ...
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Achievement awards offered by the Almond Board of California (ABC) recognize the work of individuals who have contributed to the betterment of the industry. Nominations are currently open for two ...
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Helping out those hit the hardest by Hurricane Ian. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Smithfield Foods is sending more than 37,000 pounds of food – the equivalent ...
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The 30×30 conservation plan dictated by an executive order from Governor Gavin Newsom is beginning to take shape. Initially signed back in 2020, the order commits California to conserve 30 ...
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The basis of biological products can come from a variety of sources, including those that may not be obvious. Camel antibodies have actually been used as the foundation for a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers camel antibodies serving as the foundation for protein biological material, the state revising ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture has announced updated California cotton acreage numbers for 2022. Revised figures from the California Cotton Pest Control Board show that acreage was more ...
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Your Thanksgiving turkey may cost you more this year. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation says turkey prices may hit record levels this ...
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As Congress continues working on the 2023 Farm Bill, the California dairy industry has several priorities for lawmakers to consider. Director of Regulatory and Economic Affairs for the California Milk ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the introduction of the WATER for California Act, a produce industry economic study ...
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Last week Congressman David Valadao introduced the WATER for California Act to address how the state’s water projects are administered. The Working to Advance Tangible and Effective Reforms (WATER) for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers more reactions to the passing of Card Check bill, FTC sues companies over ...
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A new partnership for solar energy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. American Farmland Trust (AFT) Tuesday announced a partnership with Edelen Renewables and Arcadia. The Farmers Powering ...
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The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has advanced the nomination of Alexis Taylor as the next Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs for the U.S. Department of ...
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State and federal officials are collaborating in the development of a regulatory response to the new citrus disease in California. Director of Regulatory and Economic Affairs for the California Milk ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Ember Grilled Oyster Mushrooms with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 lb Wild Oyster Mushrooms ...
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Despite opposition from agriculture and business groups, Governor Gavin Newsom has signed the card check legislation AB 2183. Proponents of the bill such as the United Farm Workers (UFW) have ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Newsom signing the Card Check Bill, choosing appropriate biostimulants can be challenging but ...
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When natural events like hurricanes come in and cause significant damage to farms, there are a few federal programs that may be able to help. One of which is the Emergency ...
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It may soon be easier to determine which foods at the grocery story are healthy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the western drought deemed most intense in 20 years, preventative measures for fungal ...
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There are 26 fungal species that can create problems for growers. Fungal pathogens such as Botryosphaeria, Ceratocystis, Diaporthe, Eutypa, and Phytophthora cause gumming and dieback in trees. Florent Trouillas, UCCE ...
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Some Farm Labor Contractors (FLCs) that failed the state licensing exam, may have actually passed. Last month, the Division of Labor Standards Enforcement (DLSE) realized that mistakes were made when ...
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35 Years of dairy research. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The checkoff-funded Dairy Foods Research Centers network is celebrating its 35-year anniversary. It was created to provide ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Bone Marrow Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 8 Veal or Beef Bones Cut ...
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In 2022 the U.S. fresh produce and floral industries are adding $339.4 billion to the national output. The study conducted on behalf of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) illustrates ...
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High school agriculture students come from a variety of backgrounds and become involved in agriculture for a variety of reasons. Maddi Martinez, the current San Joaquin Regional Treasurer, is an ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers fuel prices and California crop progress and conditions report, Fresno County remaining a ...
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State and federal officials are collaborating in the development of a regulatory response to the new citrus disease in California. Citrus yellow vein clearing virus (CYVCV) was identified in the ...
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Consumers are willing to pay higher prices for some types of food. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A recent survey of more than 2,000 adults indicates that 84% of ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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To help mitigate increasing prices for fertilizer, $500 million in grants will be made available to support domestic fertilizer production. Funding for the initiative is being made possible through the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details on CalAgPlates grants, the threat that citrus yellow vein clearing virus poses ...
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Tailgating season is in full swing. So what are the popular choices of food to bring to the party? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A poll conducted by ...
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Industry members are being encouraged to participate in the development process of a new farm labor stabilization and protection pilot grant program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking ...
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Agricultural groups have issued support for the CREAATE Act and its purpose to support further development of export markets. The Cultivating Revitalization by Expanding American Agricultural Trade and Exports Act ...
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The value of specialty crops covered by the Federal Crop Insurance Program (FCIP) has grown substantially since 2011. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the value increased from ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers biologicals showing little efficacy in combatting botrytis in strawberries, the dairy industry encourages ...
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USDA Funding for International Projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture will invest $178 million in seven international development projects on four continents to ...
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Many growers were thankful that California received some much-needed rain; however, the early-season storm system that came through could create issues for raisin grapes. While earlier season pumpkins seem to ...
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California dairy farmers have been operating under a Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) as of November 1, 2018. Director of Regulatory and Economic Affairs for the California Milk Producers Council, ...
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In a recent report, California farm receipts are shown to have increased 3.6 percent in 2021. Production statistics from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) indicate the state’s ...
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The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) says an appeals court ruling on Modernized Endangered Species Act regulations sends a message to lower courts. Modernized Endangered Species Act regulations will be ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the evaluation of non-herbicide weed management in cole and leafy green crops, the ...
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A look at restaurant trends in younger generations. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Older Gen Zs, ages 18-24, in the U.S. are discerning when choosing restaurants, according ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) attended the world’s largest food trade expo to highlight the potential of almonds. Back in July, the IFT First Annual Event and Expo was ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers key ag topics on Capital Hill, ABC pushing to help expand the use ...
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More online shopping is available for SNAP participants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues to expand opportunities for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Farmers Market Fried Rice with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 4 C Water 2 C ...
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Agricultural groups are continuing to encourage the U.S. Senate to act on the Farm Workforce Modernization Act. The legislation passed through the U.S. House of Representatives back in March of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers legislation that would reduce regulation on the trucking industry, FDA announces targeted sampling ...
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Final mapped California cotton acreage numbers have been announced by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). Despite the lack of water, growers have planted more cotton this year. Final ...
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A big boost for a rural environment project. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Rural Investment to Protect our Environment (RIPE) and its partners have been awarded $80 ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Many growers were thankful that California received some much-needed rain. However, the early-season storm system that came through could create issues for raisin grapes. Technical Viticulturist for Sun-Maid Growers, Steve ...
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President Joe Biden recently signed an Executive Order to advance biotechnology investment and biomanufacturing innovation. The purpose is to help promote resiliency and sustainability within the U.S. food supply chain. ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Poke Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 T Vegetable Oil 1 4 oz ...
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Legislation that affects agricultural trucking is getting some support. Senator Mike Rounds (R-SD) of South Dakota introduced the TRUCKS Act, formally known as the Trucking Regulations Unduly Constricting Known Service-providers ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the recent rain system potentially being problematic for grape growers, a troublesome 2021 ...
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A country music star is supporting his farming roots. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Building on the success of the 2021 Mythbusting campaign, the National Pork Board ...
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Agriculture teachers often take pride in the impact they have on the students that they teach. One of the great joys of the profession is often the tangible results of ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has selected nearly two dozen projects that will impact California under the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities program. A total of $2.8 billion is being ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the importance of researching candidates and legislation as election season nears, farm bill ...
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The grapefruit marketing order is back in effect for the upcoming season. Juice content maturity requirements will once again be enforced on imported grapefruit. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) ...
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American candy makers are doing quite well, but is there a threat to the sugar industry? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. It seems the U.S. has a ...
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Railroad unions will now be holding a ratification vote for the agreement, which should keep rail services running. The 2022 Citrus Acreage Report has been released by the California Department ...
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The Navel orange forecast from the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is up 19 percent from last year. The data is based on the 2022-23 Navel Orange Objective ...
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As part of the continued effort to increase food safety, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will be conducting targeted sampling of leafy greens. On-farm surveillance sampling of leafy ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers safety concerns during harvest time, the heatwave causing problems for later-season pumpkins, and ...
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VP of Crops and Soils at Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated, Bryan Van Groningen said there is a bit of concern for their later season pumpkins. While earlier season pumpkins ...
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A cotton program is one of the recipients of a USDA climate smart partnership. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is proud to ...
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There are some significant changes coming to The Almond Conference this year, taking place December 6-8 in Sacramento. After reviewing the post-conference survey from last year, the Almond Board of ...
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A tentative agreement has been reached between labor unions and rail carriers to avert a railroad strike. The agreement includes immediate and future wage increases, along with additional time off. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a lawsuit seeking documents on the EPA dicamba ruling, the changes to the ...
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A slight increase in consumer prices. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Consumer Price Index increased 0.1 percent in August on a seasonally adjusted basis after being ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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The 2022 Citrus Acreage Report has been released by the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA). Information presented in the report is comprised of survey data from California citrus ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details on the Farm2Food Accelerator program for small farm businesses, the CA Crop ...
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USDA is investing up to $2.8 billion in 70 selected projects under the first pool of the Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities funding opportunity. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made the announcement ...
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U.S. food insecurity in households with children is down once again. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) reported that food insecurity in U.S. ...
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A coalition of more than 30 agricultural organizations has sent a letter to lawmakers detailing the need to avert a railroad strike. Some progress has been over the weekend, with ...
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Efforts to mitigate the spread of pests and diseases within tomato production include developing better strategies for equipment sanitation. While harvesters present the biggest risk, other pieces of equipment are ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details of the 2022 California Citrus Acreage Report. Solano County GWSS eradication update ...
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Helping households get high speed internet. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA is accepting applications for the ReConnect Program loans and grants to expand access to high-speed ...
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Ag education is an area that often relies on external support from educational organizations and agricultural entities. Farm Credit is one of these entities. Jeana Hultquist, the Vice President of ...
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Eligible applicants can apply for grant funding to support pollinators through the Pollinator Habitat Program (PHP). The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) is now accepting grant applications for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. In today’s program, we hear about California’s watermelon crop, as well as an upcoming avocado irrigation ...
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Touting the calming benefits of dairy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Dairy Management Incorporated’s New Product Competition is accepting applications for innovative products that focus on ...
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The 2022 California avocado season is wrapping up, with nearly 263 million pounds shipped through the middle of August. USDA’s Economic Research Service forecasts inflation-adjusted U.S. net cash farm income ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that the process for the 2022 Census of Agriculture will begin soon. Farmers and ranchers will begin receiving invitations to respond online ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today we hear about California’s avocado crop and child labor laws on the farm. Tune in to ...
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There may someday be a new tomato in the produce department. That’s coming up on this land of ours. Norfolk Plant Sciences requested approval from U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal ...
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After a frustrating 2021, it appears that watermelon producers are having a successful season this year. VP of Crops and Soils at Van Groningen & Sons Incorporated, Bryan Van Groningen ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the support of the Livestock Regulatory Protection ACT from FB, details on the ...
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A new program from the California Department of Agriculture (CDFA) seeks to further incentivize conservation practices in agriculture. The Conservation Agriculture Planning Grants Program (CAPGP) provides financial support for the ...
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An award for sustainability leadership. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Business Intelligence Group named Vytelle, a precision livestock company, as a Sustainability Leadership Award winner in ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Teaching agriculture is more than a profession. For many, it is a lifestyle. Being in a position to influence the lives of others is a goal that many strive for, ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Stone Fruit Jubilee with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 8oz Plumcots Red 8 oz Plumcots ...
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Back in 2020, the University of California announced the establishment of a UC Organic Agriculture Institute. The purpose of the institute is to develop a resource specifically for the organic ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Western Growers focusing on the water crisis with short docuseries, taking a methodical ...
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An extension in the WIC program for baby formula. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is extending a key funding flexibility in the WIC program that’s ...
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Global food prices dropped for a fifth-straight month after a seasonal rise in supplies took place and demand dropped for some products. The northern hemisphere wheat harvest is helping to ...
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An additional $21.9 million is being invested to help strengthen the resiliency of the U.S. meat supply chain. The investment from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is being made ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California joining the opposition to foreign land ownership, a new climate change adaptation ...
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States and territories issue $12.5 billion in USDA’s Summer Child Food Benefits program. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Department of Agriculture (USDA) partnered with 32 states ...
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USDA’s Economic Research Service forecasts inflation-adjusted U.S. net cash farm income to increase by $13.5 billion or 8.7 percent from 2021. Net cash farm income is gross cash income minus ...
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Comprised of more than 200 specialty crop organizations, the Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance (SCFBA) has highlighted areas of importance for the next farm bill. The alliance representing producers of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the industry preparing for heatwave impacts on workers, community and livestock, the growth ...
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A new book from the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture teaches children about the life of Norman Borlaug. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Hero for the ...
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State and federal officials spent time touring an almond orchard, seeing what the California drought impacts look like on the ground. Researchers are actively working to develop best management practices ...
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The new water strategy from Governor Gavin Newsom to address the impact of drought may have come at an opportune time. California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross ...
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The Department of Agriculture (USDA) is improving two of its most comprehensive risk management safety net programs. USDA announced the improvements for the Whole-Farm Revenue Protection, and Micro Farm, making ...
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The 2022 California avocado season is wrapping up, with nearly 263 million pounds shipped through August 14. According to the California Avocado Commission (CAC), approximately 97 percent of the crop ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ag advocates encouraging farmers to speak up during the DRP pesticide notification rule-making ...
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A decline in school nutrition program spending. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program typically make up the largest share ...
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A collaborative project involving several universities across the country seeks to further the development of non-herbicide weed management technology and approaches. As part of the project, industry members are being ...
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The Department of Agriculture released updated trade projections for the remainder of fiscal year 2022 and the first projections for fiscal year 2023. The outlook follows the federal fiscal year, ...
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Growers will have more resources available from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help support pollinator health and habitat. A grant of $1.7 million from the USDA’s Natural Resources ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers western ag groups seeking quick action for IRA water conservation funding, peach production down, ...
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The next White House hunger, nutrition, and health conference is coming up this month. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The White House Monday announced the date for ...
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Agriculture teachers are expected to develop a personal “teaching philosophy” that guides their style and behavior as a teacher. Becca Duran, an agriculture teacher in Fort Bragg, California, bases her ...
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Researchers are actively working to develop best management practices for harvester sanitation approaches. Extension Specialist at UC Davis, Dr. Cassandra Swett said they have been working in processing tomatoes and ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Peach Pound Cake with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 sticks salted butter One cup ...
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USDA’s Economic Research Service reports the interest expense ratio of farms was 0.04 in 2020, remaining in line with the long-term trend and initial forecasts, despite the pandemic. The COVID-19 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers heat illness prevention reminders, CDFA accepting proposals for the specialty crop block grant ...
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Recognizing farmers and ranchers working for the climate. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Corteva Agriscience this week announced that applications are available for its 2022 Climate Positive ...
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A coalition of agricultural organizations highlighted the need for effective deployment of drought response funding. In a letter addressed to U.S. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland and Bureau of Reclamation Commissioner ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers why the NCGA thinks California’s new vehicle requirements are a missed opportunity, conservation ...
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An update to a tool used for honey bee health. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Honey Bee Health Coalition unveiled the 8th Edition of the Tools for Varroa ...
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California is receiving more than $23.4 million for specialty crop support for Fiscal Year 2022 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) awarded the funding ...
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Funding priorities for this year’s Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) Classic program include climate-smart agriculture, invasive species mitigation, and urban agriculture. The U.S. Department of Agriculture will be investing $15 million ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers using tech innovation to help fine-tune spray applications, verticillium inoculum proving resilient in ...
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Farm Safety Week is just around the corner. We’ll have this year’s theme coming up on This Land of Ours. National Farm Safety and Health Week is September 19-23. Agriculture ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture has been hosting a series of farm bill listening sessions. Researchers and industry stakeholders are collaborating on developing answers to a problematic tomato ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Mojo de Ajo Potatoes with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 T Vegetable Oil 1 ...
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United States Interior Secretary Deb Haaland recently visited the Central Valley to see the California drought impacts in person. Hosted by Congressman Jim Costa, the farm tour and discussion also ...
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Speaking at an agricultural forum in Minnesota, Dr. Joe Outlaw of the Agricultural Food & Policy Center at Texas A&M University, and former House Agriculture Committee Chairman Collin Peterson, talked ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the statewide irrigation survey, the biological sector garnering more interest from larger companies, ...
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A new USDA program for underserved and minority farmers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new $550 million program from the Department of Agriculture seeks to support ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is supporting alternative pest management projects with $1.78 million in investment. Five projects are being funded through DPR’s Alliance Grant Program. Nearly $8 ...
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An agreement to allow grain shipments from Ukraine is helping increase global supplies of wheat and corn. Veronica Nigh, American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Economist, says several shipments are leaving ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a soil health case study detailing the value and benefits of cover cropping ...
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A new soil health case study from the Almond Board of California (ABC) highlights the value and benefits of cover cropping. The study details the cover crop practices implemented by ...
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A national push to increase sales of biofuels. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA is accepting applications for $100 million in grants to increase the sale and ...
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The biological sector is continuing to pique the interest of large agribusiness providers that have traditionally focused on synthetic chemistries. Professor at Arizona State University, Kathleen Merrigan said that multiple ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has been hosting a series of farm bill listening sessions. Comments that are provided will be considered as part of California’s Farm ...
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A new Organic Transition Initiative is being supported by an investment of up to $300 million from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The goal is to develop better marketing ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers issues with public education and the proposed DPR notification system, cost share certification ...
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If your waistline increased during the pandemic, you’re not alone. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. New data from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows that U.S. adults ages ...
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Officials from the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) Office have a busy schedule this week. Assistant United States Trade Representative for Central and South Asian Affairs, Christopher Wilson, and Assistant United ...
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The California Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) is bringing back its annual conference to an in-person format after being online for the past two years. Judy Culbertson, the ...
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Researchers and industry stakeholders are collaborating on developing answers to a problematic tomato pest. Managing Director of the California Tomato Research Institute, Zach Bagley said that branched broomrape poses a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the increasing ag opportunities in Mexico that are further challenging US ag labor, ...
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Fuel prices are lowering, but still high in many places. What does that mean for the fall propane supply and price outlook? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. ...
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Last week President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 into law. Substantial investments in conservation have been a point of emphasis for the agricultural industry, celebrating ...
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Up to $12 million will be invested in the Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will be accepting proposals ...
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Ukraine is shipping more grain under a U.N.-Turkey brokered deal in a hopeful sign for global food shortages. But experts caution that it may not be enough. State Department Spokesman ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers western farmers to be impacted by emergency water usage cuts, marketing for your ...
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Is a new global food supply threat looming? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A lack of rice could be the next big strain on the global food ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled a new water strategy for California to address drought conditions created by extreme weather patterns. Despite the various challenges related to water and labor, California cotton ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Peach Flan with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 400 G Peach Juice 50 G Heavy ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the fraud charges made against a House Ag Lawmaker, research to prevent childhood ...
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Keeping an eye on technological advancements. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This week we’re focusing on technology in agriculture. New and developing technologies often stem from novel ...
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Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) seeks nominations for the Agricultural Advisory Committee membership and public input on upcoming priorities. In a Federal Register notice, the CFTC made the request, with ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers details of an FB survey that outlines the impact of drought on U.S. ...
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How science is the key weapon in the fight against Citrus Greening. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This week we’re focusing on technology in agriculture. Candidatus Liberibacter ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) has opened registration for The Almond Conference, scheduled for December 6-8 in Sacramento. One change for the 2022 conference is that educational sessions will ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the California crop progress report for the week ending August 15, how the ...
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Using DNA technology to help manage the nation’s wildlife. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This week we’re focusing on technology in agriculture. As part of normal bodily ...
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Despite the various challenges related to water and labor, California cotton growers are making the best of it. Back in April, preliminary estimates were for cotton acreage to increase by ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the industry’s reactions to Newsom’s water supply strategy, the most significant changes to ...
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Table grape production in California demonstrates how breeding innovations keep the industry moving forward. Senior Fresh Produce Analyst for RaboResearch, David Magaña said that growers have been shifting away from ...
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Using technology to prevent pest invasions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This week we’re focusing on technology in agriculture. The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service ...
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Inflation is ‘front and center’ for agriculture and other sectors as Washington lawmakers fight over ways to control it ahead of the November midterm elections. Iowa Senator Joni Ernst says ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a new mitigation strategy for broomrape that is expected for next cropping year, ...
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On August 1, San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District relaunched the Zero-Emission Ag Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) Voucher Program. The incentive program will cover up to 75 percent of the ...
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Tomato growers dealing with branched broomrape are likely to have another mitigation strategy available to them for the next cropping season. The weed has been appearing more frequently over the ...
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Science is a big part of modern agriculture, and we’re taking a look at some of the ways it’s put to use. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. ...
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Unusual weather brought thunderstorms and unseasonal rain to multiple areas of California last week. Innovation will likely have a more pronounced effect on the future of ag labor as opposed ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Brûléed Brown Turkey Figs with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 6 Figs 1/4 2 T ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled a new water strategy for California to address drought conditions created by extreme weather patterns. The plan outlined in California’s Water Supply Strategy, Adapting to a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers using parasitoid wasps to combat spotted wing drosophila, the potential for runner cutter ...
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A food safety technology event is coming up next week in Reedley. Hosted by Western Growers, the Center for Produce Safety, and the Yuma Center of Excellence for Desert Agriculture, ...
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The nation’s cattle herd is shrinking and that could mean higher prices at the grocery store. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. American shoppers struggling with inflation are ...
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Research efforts are beginning to provide a better picture of watergrass issues in rice fields. Rice Farm Advisor for Sutter, Yuba, Placer, and Sacramento Counties Whitney Brim-Deforest conducted a survey ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the DPR’s proposed pesticide notification systems and some issues with its public comment period. ...
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The Board of Directors of the Almond Board of California (ABC) officially began its new term on August 1. The ABC Board of Directors plays a significant role in the ...
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Another push to expand rural broadband access. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There’s another attempt to increase rural access to broadband. Senators Tammy Baldwin of Wisconsin and ...
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Passed by the U.S. Senate by a vote of 51-50, the Inflation Reduction Act includes substantial funding for drought relief. Western Democrats including Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Dianne Feinstein were ...
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After receiving authorization from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, researchers in Oregon are releasing parasitoid wasps to address spotted wing drosophila (SWD) populations. The wasp species, Ganaspis brasiliensis, kills SWD ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a potential reason for youth ag injuries, understanding irrigation systems for optimal efficacy ...
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National Farmers Market Week Continues. We have fun facts about farmers markets in today’s This Land of Ours. We’re in the heart of National Farmers Market Week now. The number ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released a proposal for updating organic livestock standards. A Request for Comment has been published in the Federal Register for the Organic Livestock ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is making significant investments in two farming outreach and education efforts. As part of the investment, USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is funding a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the early season freeze that caused $30 million in damage to California olives, ...
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California olive oil production has taken a significant hit as a result of the devastating freeze back in February. President and CEO of the American Olive Oil Producers Association Kimberly ...
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The annual Rice Field Day is coming up on Wednesday, August 31 beginning at 7:30 a.m. The field day will give industry members an opportunity to learn about the research taking place ...
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Food prices continue to drop. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Global food prices fell by the biggest amount since 2008 due to easing concerns over the supplies ...
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Unusual weather brought thunderstorms and unseasonal rainfall to multiple areas of California last week. Nearly an inch and a half of rain resulted in substantial flooding in Death Valley. Some ...
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A Vegetable Disease Field Day is coming up on August 17 at the UC Davis Plant Pathology Field Station beginning at 8:20 a.m. A Spanish session will also be offered ...
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The August congressional recess is a yearly break in the Washington schedules for elected officials to return to their districts. Tom Donnelly, Director of Grassroots Program Development, says August is ...
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With the Senate passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) says the act will change the world. “Our bill reduces inflation, lowers costs, creates millions of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers advocating for agriculture during this congressional recess, the impacts of rainy weather on ...
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We’re celebrating National Farmers Market Week. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This week is National Farmers Market Week and the Department of Agriculture and Agriculture Secretary Tom ...
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The farming industry is at a bit of a disadvantage when it comes to political influence as it can be tough to match the spending power of other interests. The ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is extending the comment period for its proposed rule titled Transparency in Poultry Grower Contracting and Tournaments for an additional 15 days through ...
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Changes in immigration policy may not bring about as much of a positive impact on ag labor as hoped. Farming operations have historically relied heavily on a migrant workforce to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the risks of youth in agriculture workplaces, where biologicals can be the most ...
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The balance of international trade and markets. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. American Agri-Women hosted the Global Food and Energy Supply Conversation recently to respond to member ...
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Administration officials, economists, and sugar industry experts just wrapped up the 37th International Sweetener Symposium. This year’s event focused on how Farm Bill policies support American food security. Ryan Weston, ...
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The Conservation Opportunity and Voluntary Environment Resilience (COVER) Program Act aims to help increase the use of cover crops. Introduced in the U.S. House by Representatives Cindy Axne and Sean ...
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Producers have just about a month left to submit an application for the Seeds for Bees program. Cover crop seeds are distributed to growers to help provide additional habitat for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how to participate in the Seeds for Bees program, the Agricultural Labor Relations Voting ...
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Taking a wider look at higher ag input costs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. American Agri-Women hosted the Global Food and Energy Supply Conversation recently to respond ...
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A petition has been submitted to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to establish a Standard of Identity for olive oil. The joint petition was submitted by American Olive ...
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Agriculture education in California is continually going through struggles as it attempts to keep up with the growing population of students joining agriculture programs. While the expansion of agriculture education ...
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Several factors need to be considered when looking to add biologicals to an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program. Vice President of Field Development and Technical Services for Marrone Bio, Timothy ...
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The Agriculture Workforce Coalition is calling on the Senate to pass an agriculture workforce reform bill this Congress. The coalition sent a letter to Senate leaders this week, which was ...
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The farming industry is at a bit of a disadvantage when it comes to political influence. During the Agri-Pulse Food & Ag Issues Summit, California State Senator Brian Dahle emphasized ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers agriculture being at a disadvantage when it comes to political influence, the 10th ...
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Strengthening the pork industry through volunteers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Volunteer involvement will strengthen any organization. Bob Ruth, the newly elected National Pork Board (NPB) vice ...
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Leaders from the U.S. sugar industry are meeting in Colorado this week for the 37th annual International Sweetener Symposium. The Symposium is an annual event hosted by the American Sugar Alliance. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the San Joaquin Valley Zero-Emission Agricultural UTV program, the limited incentive options for ...
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How can you keep your farm dogs safe from heat stress? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Dogs aren’t proficient at sweating like humans are, and that makes ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers black soldier fly larvae showing promise as alternative cattle feed, feedback wanted for ...
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Protecting Horses Against West Nile Virus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Since 1999, more than 25,000 cases of West Nile Virus encephalitis have been reported in horses, ...
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The ongoing protest at the Port of Oakland is creating further concern about the already strained supply chain. A recent report points out that while immigrant workers play a vital ...
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The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 contains significant investments in energy and climate programs. Expected to be voted on before the Congressional recess, the bill also includes provisions for health ...
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Producers are being given more time to return pre-filled applications for Phase One of the Emergency Relief Program (ERP). The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that the deadline is ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers funding for rural broadband thanks to the infrastructure law, using the John Deere ...
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Promoting a certain type of cooking oil for chefs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. United Soybean Board farmer-leaders recently met with a group of professional chefs to ...
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The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research held a hearing Thursday to get a closer look at USDA’s Hemp Production Program in preparation for the 2023 Farm Bill. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the most recent California crop progress report, the impact of the SCOTUS decision ...
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Could we see lower food prices next year? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The all-items Consumer Price Index increased 1.4 percent from May to June and is ...
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Almond production is highlighted in a program from BBC that is airing all over the world. In an episode of the series Green Planet, almonds are featured as an example ...
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a new local food purchase agreement with California during a visit to Woodland. The effort is made possible through the American Rescue Plan to bolster ...
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It’s the culmination of ten years of plans and $15 million in investments, as Syngenta’s new Global Vegetable Seeds Quality Control Lab debuted this month in Nampa, Idaho. The lab ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers statewide invasive pest management being a costly yet critical endeavor, recent field days ...
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There are many different approaches that can be taken for developing new biological products and bringing them to market. Some products can be a reformulation of existing materials that can ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications for the On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials program. USDA will be investing $25 million made available through the Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) ...
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Farmers and the environmental community are not always at odds with each other. Often, the agricultural industry and environmental and conservancy groups have overlapping interests, which can be better addressed ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers using AI to protect bees from pesticides, collaborating with transparent and responsible environmental ...
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Helping schools manage rising food costs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA announced an increase in funding to help schools continue to serve healthy meals this ...
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The ongoing protest at the Port of Oakland is creating further concern about the already strained supply chain. Last week independent truckers effectively shut down operations at the eighth-largest port ...
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USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley recently led a trade mission to the Philippines and says it was a successful trip. “It really was fantastic to connect with our ...
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A recent report points out that while immigrant workers play a vital role in U.S. agriculture, some sectors continue to struggle more than others. The seasonal workers made available through ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the role of upcoming FSA committee elections, the funding level increase needed for ...
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A new coalition of agriculture groups with a new focus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Several industry associations launched the Ag Bioeconomy Coalition just days ago, to ...
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Expectations for California’s pistachio crop have waned over the past few weeks, but 2022 is still projected to be a strong year. The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has rejected ...
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Nearly 200 organizations representing a variety of industry interests have raised concerns about tax increase proposals. In a letter sent to Congressional leadership, the coalition highlights certain tax considerations that ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California’s participation in Farm Bill development, combatting lower chill hours with innovation in ...
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A heat wave across the pond stands to have damaging effects on agriculture in the UK. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A record-breaking heat wave in the ...
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The Beagle Brigade Act of 2022 has been introduced in an effort to enhance protections against foreign plant pests and diseases. More than 50 agricultural, veterinary, and livestock organizations have ...
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Heat illness prevention is of paramount importance with triple-digit temperatures lingering in much of California. Vice President and Chief Education Officer for AgSafe, Angelina Ceja said that both employers and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the most recent California crop progress and conditions report, the HLB quarantine update ...
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A country star is partnering up for a concert for farmers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Firestone Ag is partnering with country music star Dillon Carmichael to ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Cold Grilled Cheese with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… TT S&P 1 T Butter 2 ...
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Cotton Council International will be showcasing U.S. cotton production and processing to key Pakistani textile manufacturing executives during a special trade mission in the U.S. next week. CCI is the ...
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The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has rejected a proposal to increase tariffs on fertilizer imports from Russia, Trinidad, and Tobago. A petition had been brought forth by CF Industries ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers water supply and cybersecurity threats, organic producers getting technical assistance from the state ...
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A new team of fellows is advancing agricultural research. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service has announced the 2022 Borlaug Fellows. Since 2004, the Norman E. ...
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Citrus producers are working to address California red scale populations, as second-generation crawlers have emerged in the San Joaquin Valley. Cooperative Extension Area Citrus IPM Advisor, Sandipa Gautam said their ...
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The American Farm Bureau is calling on USDA to take steps to make sure American farmers continue to have access to crucial fertilizer supplies. The organization submitted comments on USDA’s ...
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Expectations for California’s pistachio crop have waned over the past few weeks, but 2022 is still projected to be a strong year. President of American Pistachio Growers, Richard Matoian explained ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the declining pistachio crop expectation while shipments stand firm, mating disruption and early ...
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Working toward better traceability during foodborne illness outbreaks. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA’s Agricultural Research Service, or ARS, is working to improve traceability during foodborne ...
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The House Agriculture Committee recently held a hearing titled “A 2022 Review of the Farm Bill: The State of Credit for Young, Beginning, and Underserved Producers.” During his opening statement, ...
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The Philippines trade mission led by Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) Administrator Daniel Whitley is officially underway after arriving in Manila today. Whitley is being joined by representatives from 29 U.S. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the significant progress made on air and water quality goals, CACASA stressing pest ...
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Eating popcorn may be good for your digestive health. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. A new study, published Thursday in the leading journal Frontiers in Microbiology, focuses on how ...
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A farm bill listening session was recently held in California, allowing industry members to voice needs and concerns as Congress works on the 2023 Farm Bill. Efforts to better understand ...
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A press conference in Washington, D.C. included several members of Congress and business groups calling for action on farm labor solutions. State and national agricultural leaders joined Republican lawmakers in ...
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More than $14 million in additional financial support will be invested in ag workforce training. The funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is to support training in historically ...
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Late last month, the Environmental Protection Agency reopened the finalized reregistration of atrazine. The EPA proposes an extremely low ecological level of concern value for atrazine of just 3.4 parts ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ag groups pushing for more coverage under FAIR Plan, the variability among seaweed-based ...
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Inflation is hitting everyone, but what does it mean for the farm family? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A study by the Kansas Farm Management Association shows ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced the largest acreage in history for its Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Grassland Signup. Offers are being accepted on more than 3.1 million acres ...
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When ag labor costs rise, specialty crop growers are usually among those hit hardest. Now, a new USDA report goes in-depth on how fruit and vegetable growers are handling the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impacts of the decreasing Colorado Water Basin on Southwest states, preparing for ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service has released the 2022 California Almond Objective Measurement Report. Projections for the 2022 crop are 11 percent lower than last year, ...
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Helping keep kids fed during summer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is partnering with states and territories across the country to work with urgency to ...
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Not all seaweed-based biostimulants are created equal. Director of Research and Development for Acadian Plant Health, Holly Little said there are a number of ways that seaweed extracts can be ...
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A farm bill listening session was recently held in California, allowing industry members to voice needs and concerns as Congress works on the 2023 Farm Bill. Hosted and chaired by ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, management practices implemented now can help ensure a more successful harvest season. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, Todd Burkdoll ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the action or lack thereof from the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, ag labor ...
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Costs may still feel high, but food prices are falling. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. World food prices fell for a third straight month in June. However, ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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The black fig fly remains a concerning pest for growers after first being discovered in a commercial fig operation in Ventura County last year. Efforts to better understand the pest ...
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A coalition of almost 100 American food and agriculture organizations called for the prompt confirmation of Doug McKalip as the Chief Agriculture Negotiator in the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office. In ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the dairy industry speaking out at a recent Farm Bill listening session, how ...
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Farm Bureau is encouraging ag literacy. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture awarded $9,400 in grants to recognize agricultural literacy programs of ten ...
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The ethanol industry is hopeful of a final win soon on a permanent fix for restricted summertime E15 sales. The House has already acted as part of a package of ...
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A recent report from American Farmland Trust (AFT) highlights the speed at which agricultural land is being paved over or otherwise displaced. In California alone, nearly 800,000 acres of farmland ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ag groups filing a petition over the ‘bees considered fish’ ruling, risk management ...
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An additional effect on our health from the pandemic. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. USDA’s Economic Research Service reports behavior changes during the pandemic exacerbated an already existing adult ...
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California lawmakers introduced the legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives as a follow-up to the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022. More than 150 industry groups sent a letter ...
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The warning signs are growing that Russia’s war on Ukraine will increase hunger and mass starvation this fall, especially in Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia. Arizona Rep. ...
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The winegrape assessment rate to support continued industry research has been increased for the 2022 harvest. At a recent meeting, the Pierce’s Disease and Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter (PD/GWSS) Board voted to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the most recent California crop progress report, the proposed changes to the use ...
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Nominations are closing soon, for a farm bureau honor for your four-legged friends. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. If you haven’t nominated your pup for the Farm Dog of ...
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The June 30 acreage report from USDA shows farmers planted slightly less acres than last year. However, American Farm Bureau Federation Senior Economist Veronica Nigh says USDA will resurvey some ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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The Almond Board of California’s (ABC) partnership with Marvel Studios highlights the value of almonds in an international marketing campaign. ABC Vice President of Global Market Development, Emily Fleischmann said ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ABC’s partnership with Marvel highlighting the value of almonds in a global market, ...
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Prioritizing a discussion on food access. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) recently led eleven national agriculture, anti-hunger, nutrition, and medical groups ...
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In a recent ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) has restricted some of the regulating authority of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The 6-3 ruling in West Virginia v. ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, hull split is a critical time for pest management in almond orchards. The opening of the sutures creates the opportunity for ...
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The National Association of Wheat Growers shared their priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill. As lawmakers continue putting the next farm bill together, wheat growers will be advocating for these ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers avocado growers seeing opportunities for the industry in the years ahead, the Olive ...
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There is optimism among producers that the avocado market will remain strong in the years ahead. One of the family partners in Petty Ranch, Chris Sayer explained they are in ...
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Grilling season is underway, and the cost of the homemade cheeseburger is going up. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Home-grilled cheeseburgers, a summer cookout staple, will cost consumers more ...
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A coalition of organizations representing a variety of industries including agriculture are encouraging the Biden Administration to get involved in the port labor negotiations. The International Longshore and Warehouse Union ...
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Representatives from California have introduced the American Port Access Privileges Act to help support agricultural exports leaving California ports. Congressmen John Garamendi, Jim Costa, and Mike Thompson introduced the legislation ...
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In a new survey conducted by the Alliance for Food and Farming (AFF), 76% of consumers said they have confidence in farmers to protect produce safety. Government agencies are also ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers lawmakers introducing the American Port Access Privileges Act, CDFA seeking panelists for a ...
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A new program that promotes biobased products. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA is accepting applications for a new pilot program created under President Biden’s Bipartisan ...
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As of June 1, there were 72.5 million hogs and pigs on U.S. farms, down 1% from June 2021 and down slightly from March 1, 2022, according to the Quarterly ...
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USDA Deputy Secretary Jewel Bronaugh, just off a major trade mission to the UK, sees that effort as setting the stage for a later free trade deal with Great Britain. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Happy Independence Day America! Today’s show covers Prop 12’s rippling impacts on the animal ag industry, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is amending the California Grape Marketing Order. USDA is reducing membership of the California Desert Grape Administrative Committee from 12 to 10. The amendment ...
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Increasing the global taste for pork. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. There’s a global appetite for U.S. pork, so National Pork Board uses Pork Checkoff funds to advance international ...
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Partner with the Law Offices of Con, Soares, & Conway, Louie Brown provides insight on some of the ag priorities to pay attention to at the state capitol. Multiple court ...
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The average cost of a summer cookout for ten people is $69.68, which breaks down to less than $7 per person, according to Farm Bureau’s summer marketbasket survey. AFBF Chief ...
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As of June 29, the Emergency Relief Program (ERP) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has already provided more than $4 billion to farmers. ERP payments support producers who ...
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The National Chicken Council (NCC) released findings from a recent national survey of Americans regarding consumer attitudes about chicken and plant-based ‘chicken’ alternatives. Survey participants included individuals who consume meat ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers farmers’ concern over high fuel prices, Independence Day cookout cost significantly higher than ...
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A good use for leftover brewer’s yeast. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Brewer’s yeast used to make beer is typically discarded once it’s no longer needed. Sometimes, ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced the application timeline for low interest loans to support water infrastructure projects. Beginning September 6, letters of interest (LOI) may be submitted ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) has been providing another informational resource to industry members through the Almond Journey Podcast channel. ABC Senior Specialist of Industry Communications, Taylor Hillman said ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the industry trainings that are offered by FELS coming up next month, another ...
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Making Canada Stick to Dairy Trade Policies. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Last month, the U.S. Trade Representative’s office initiated the second U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement dispute regarding Canadian ...
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced a new bioproduct pilot program aimed at lowering carbon footprints and increasing the use of renewable agricultural materials. The announcement was made during a ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Spicy Farmers Market Ratatouille with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 3 oz Oil TT S+P ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers implementing production practices to mitigate the impact of the lack of labor, working ...
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Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran would be banned from owning U.S. agricultural land under legislation just advanced by a House panel. It was the second try for House appropriators ...
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A bill to help keep kids fed moves forward. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The House and Senate each passed the Keep Kids Fed Act this month, ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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West Hills College Lemoore is home to opportunities and programs that aid students in professional development, soft skill development, and personal understanding of the professional world. Kris Costa, Dean of ...
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The number of birds affected by the ongoing outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) saw an uptick in June, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Numbers reported ...
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Consumers will be paying as much as 17 percent more for their traditional Independence Day cookout this year. The latest Food Price Outlook report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the dramatic increase of bearing acreage of pistachios over the last decade, Tulare ...
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Priorities for agriculture and the climate. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The House Agriculture Committee recently discussed The Role of Climate Research in Agricultural Resiliency.” Ranking Member, ...
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At the recent Annual Meeting for the Western Agricultural Processors Association, partner with the Law Offices of Con, Soares, & Conway, Louie Brown provided insight on some of the agricultural ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers joining the California Ag Heritage Club, potential alternative nematode control options in carrots ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation is hosting a series of public workshops that will inform the design of a Statewide Pesticide Application Notification System. The workshops will be taking ...
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The climate and agricultural resilience. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The House Agriculture Committee recently held a hearing titled “The Role of Climate Research in Agricultural Resiliency.” ...
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Last week the agriculture industry’s challenge to California’s Prop 12 received support from the Biden administration. President Joe Biden signed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act into law and the announcement ...
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Multiple court decisions have been issued over the past two weeks as part of the ongoing Roundup litigation. A jury in Oregon awarded Bayer AG its fourth-consecutive victory related to ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) intends to make up to $200 million in assistance available to specialty crop producers. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced plans to provide funding support ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Biden’s Gas Tax Holiday proposal and why California’s gas is priced so high, ...
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We wrap up National Pollinator week with a roundup of some of the nation’s pollinators. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Talk about pollinators often revolves around honeybees, which makes ...
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Agricultural industry groups are raising concerns about a proposed rule from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). “The Enhancement and Standardization of Climate-Related Disclosures for Investors” rule would require ...
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The House Agriculture Committee met Wednesday to discuss dairy provisions in the Farm Bill. House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott (D-GA) says while the creation of the Dairy Margin Coverage ...
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As part of National Pollinator Week, June 20-26, the Almond Board of California (ABC) wants to remind growers that pollinator health and habitat are important considerations throughout the year. ABC ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers silage sampling recommendations to help with accuracy, the several programs and resources available ...
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Honeybees that are pest resistant. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Pol-line honeybees, a type of Varroa mite-resistant honeybee developed by the Agricultural Research Service, are more than twice as ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Last week the agriculture industry’s challenge to California’s Proposition 12 received support from the Biden administration. U.S. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar filed an amicus brief supporting the Supreme Court challenge ...
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New data released Tuesday from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows the number of U.S. farms continues to decline slowly. After peaking at 6.8 million farms in 1935, the number of ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, a critical factor in effective pest management is achieving good application coverage. With hull split closing in, growers are busy getting ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers working with law enforcement when illegal dumping occurs, an owner applied number program ...
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A problem that affects many honeybees around the nation. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. As we continue to celebrate National Pollinator Week, we take a look at the problems ...
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American farmers are again at odds with the Environmental Protection Agency over the Endangered Species Act. The final EPA biological evaluations of neonicotinoids and their impacts on endangered species are ...
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Nominations are now being accepted for county committee elections by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA). Committees are made up of three to 11 individuals that are ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a new study showing promise in drip-irrigated sweet corn, the work to address ...
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Honeybees are vital for much of our food, but they continue to struggle. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Pollinators are currently in the spotlight, as it is National Pollinator ...
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Last week the Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act was passed in the U.S. House of Representatives by a vote of 221 to 204. The bill, H.R. 7606, is a ...
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Russia’s war against Ukraine is hitting Americans in the pocketbook and many overseas in the stomach. From soaring food costs to skyrocketing fuel prices, the war in Ukraine is taking ...
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Roundtables continue on the topic of the EPA and Army Corps of Engineers Waters of the US (WOTUS) rule. In June of last year, the EPA and ACE announced their intention to ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CFBF hoping for quick action now that the Ocean Shipping Reform Act is ...
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Multiple factors are contributing to the steady growth of the biological industry. Executive Director of the Biological Products Industry Alliance, Keith Jones said changing demographics are having a significant impact ...
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It’s a time to celebrate the bugs that keep us alive. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. National Pollinator Week is an annual event celebrated internationally in support of pollinator ...
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A new joint venture across industries is creating new shipping options for almond producers. The lack of available water supplies could increase the amount of agricultural land fallowing than previously ...
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President Joe Biden signed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) into law on Thursday and has been met with substantial support from the agricultural industry. The legislation had just passed ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how homeless campsites on farms can present concerns for land managers, the importance ...
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Funding to help new developments when it comes to plant pests. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) ...
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Industry participation such as serving on committees, subcommittees, and working groups offers an opportunity to help guide efforts undertaken by the Almond Board of California (ABC). Food Safety Manager at ...
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Amidst ongoing drought conditions, development of the Sites Reservoir Project continues to move forward. Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, Mike Wade said it has been a long ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the issues homeless campsites can bring to growers, the optimism for positive movement ...
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A lawmaker is named the 2022 Champion of Agriculture. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. The American Agri-Women have named their 2022 Champion of Agriculture. Earning the title this year ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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A new joint venture across industries is creating new shipping opportunities for almond producers. The Almond Alliance of California has spearheaded a partnership to coordinate a new logistical route to ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Fresh Oysters with Mignonette Sauce with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert prepare ...
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More than 20 agricultural organizations are calling for a more targeted approach to improving water supply availability. In a letter addressed to Governor Gavin Newsom, the business leaders point out ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) announce the renewal of their partnership focused on infrastructure projects ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the areas in which California should adapt as water availability decreases, the current ...
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Using tea tree oil to fight agricultural problems. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Tea tree oil is a home remedy for many things, everything from acne to insect bites, ...
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Funding from the American Rescue Plan is being set aside to provide assistance for farm employers with H-2A workers. Up to $65 million in support will be made available through ...
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Do undocumented immigrants have access to SNAP benefits? That was a topic of discussion at the recent House Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations hearing on SNAP, or ...
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The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) by a vote of 369 to 42. Industry groups have continuously encouraged Congress to move forward on ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers officials responding to recent ACP finds in Tulare and Fresno Counties, and details ...
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Where children get the most dairy in their diet. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Economic Research Service released new data showing schools are the richest source ...
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The lack of available water supplies could increase the amount of agricultural land fallowing than previously estimated. Mike Wade, Executive Director of the California Farm Water Coalition, said that more ...
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The House Agriculture Subcommittee on Nutrition, Oversight, and Department Operations held a hearing on the Farm Bill last week, with a focus on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – or ...
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Biological control practices are widely used in farming systems; however, adoption has been relatively slow. UAV-IQ Co-founder and Business Development Manager, Thomas Grandperrin said that drones offer growers an opportunity ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Smithfield Foods shuttering in 2023, cantaloupe supply up as seasons peak, and using ...
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While it took some time for the ongoing logistical issues to fully impact California’s dairy industry, the supply chain disruptions are now taking their toll. CEO of Western United Dairies, Anja ...
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An investment in ecosystems from a major company. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. General Mills and Ecosystem Services Market Consortium announced a multi-year roadmap to scale Eco-Harvest. The market ...
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An appeals court recently reversed an earlier judgment preventing bumblebees from falling under the definition of “fish” in the California Endangered Species Act. CPDPD Director Victoria Hornbaker told AgNet West ...
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California farmers are being asked for their perspective on on-farm conservation programs offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Pollinator Partnership is conducting an online survey seeking feedback ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Biden considering lifting Chinese tariffs to help with inflation, insects now protected under ...
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Honoring sustainable dairy producers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards program recognized a class of seven exceptional farms, businesses and partnerships for their ...
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President Joe Biden has nominated Doug McKalip as Chief Agriculture Negotiator in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). For nearly three decades McKalip has served as an agriculture ...
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The Seeds for Bees enrollment period has officially opened and growers now have an opportunity to apply. Enrollment is open now through August 31, however seed availability is limited so ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California’s water conservation efforts, the continuing efforts to monitor Western Grapeleaf Skeletonizer, and ...
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack spoke with farm broadcasters recently and on the topic of the war in Ukraine and its effects on agriculture, he discussed production losses. “My concern is ...
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Ag students head to the nation’s capital. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. For more than fifty years, FFA members from across the country have converged in Washington, D.C., in ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, navel orangeworm (NOW) monitoring is well underway as growers see hull split on the horizon. High levels of NOW moths are ...
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An appeals court recently reversed an earlier judgment preventing bumblebees from falling under the definition of “fish” in the California Endangered Species Act (CESA). The California Third District Court of ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Easy Potato Salad Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 LB Yukon Honey Gold ...
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WOTUS is in the spotlight once again. Cattle producers representing several states voiced their concerns with the Environmental Protection Agency’s and Army Corps of Engineers’ ongoing Waters of the U.S. rulemaking attempt ...
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Information from the latest Organic Industry Survey from the Organic Trade Association (OTA) shows the industry continues to grow. According to the report, organic sales grew by $1.4 billion, surpassing ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers land following due to lack of water availability, the pollinator partnership on-farm conservation ...
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The American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture has created educational resources for teachers and parents of all backgrounds across the county. The Executive Director of the organization, Daniel Meloy, works ...
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The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) will be hosting a series of public workshops to gather input as DPR develops a statewide pesticide application notification system. The workshops will ...
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A ten-year milestone for a certain fruit. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Ten years ago, the California Avocado Commission first observed June as the official California Avocado Month and ...
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County and state officials have been actively responding to various Asian citrus psyllid (ACP) discoveries in the Central Valley in recent weeks. Kern, Tulare, and Fresno counties have all reported ...
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New programs administered through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) are helping to bolster local food purchasing efforts. Initiatives such as the Local Food Purchase Assistance ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers supply chain relief falling short of expectation, recommendations to limit the spread of ...
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What a new study says about GMO corn. That’s the subject of today’s This Land of Ours. The largest, highest quality analysis of data ever conducted on the subject shows ...
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As the Senate continues to work on the next farm bill, Senate Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow of Michigan says she’s looking forward to the committee’s hearing in Arkansas next ...
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You only have about two more months to get in a proposal for the Joint Chiefs’ Landscape Restoration Partnership. Proposals are developed through a collaborative process between NRCS, Forest Service ...
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As much as $300 million will be made available through a new Organic Transition Initiative from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The program is part of the Food System ...
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Recently introduced legislation, H.R. 7752, known as the Plant Biostimulant Act of 2022, seeks to more appropriately define the regulatory structure for biostimulant products. Executive Director of the Biological Products ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers changes needed to the H2A program, changes to the walnut marketing orders are ...
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The California Walnut Board (CWB) has remained actively working on adjustments to the Federal Marketing Order. CWB Director of Technical and Regulatory Affairs, Joshua Rahm said the industry efforts initially ...
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Stay safe during the summer grilling season. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. With summer officially here, it’s that time again when a lot of us will be gathering around ...
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CEO of Western United Dairies, Anja Raudabaugh said that in the last six months there has been an “extraordinary uptick” in the purchase of composted manure. Instances of the resistance-breaking ...
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Responses to the announcement from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regarding its food supply chain transformation plan have been largely positive. Multiple agricultural groups have expressed support for the ...
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A total of 41 organizations representing a broad array of agricultural interests are calling for significant tariff adjustment. Led my Farmers for Free Trade, the ag groups are encouraging the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the agenda for an upcoming state ag board meeting on drought, unexpected relief ...
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While announcing more funding intended to help the nation’s food supply chain and transforming the food system, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the administration views the next farm bill as ...
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A recent econometric study conducted by IHS Markit and Texas A&M University shows that public-private U.S. agricultural export market development programs remain highly effective. Senior Government Relations Representative with the ...
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A Biologically Integrated Orchard Systems field day is coming up in Princeton on June 16. The free, in-person event is being hosted by the Community Alliance with Family Farmers. Registration is ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers Napa County officials addressing the discovery of Western Grapeleaf Skeletonizer, new data on ...
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Representatives from the Almond Board of California (ABC) recently spent some time in international markets learning about other countries’ production and highlighting the value of California Almonds. Stops were made ...
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The lasting trend of sustainability in agriculture. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Sustainability is nothing new in agriculture. After all, humans have needed a sustainable food supply for all ...
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Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack made an announcement Wednesday at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C. on USDA’s framework for improving the food supply chain and transforming the food system. In ...
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The new California Organic Research Agenda (CORA) report highlights the challenges that organic producers are facing in the state and recommended actions to address industry issues. Published by the Organic ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing more than $5 million in an effort to address antimicrobial resistance within the food supply chain. A total of nine projects are ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the importance of the sampling approach when determining dry matter, EU-MRL changes imidacloprid ...
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Many parts of the nation are in drought, but that doesn’t mean the end of mosquitos. Find out what that means for your horses, in today’s This Land of Ours. ...
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A total of $225 million is being invested to further bolster the food supply chain through increased meat processing capacity and workforce development. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers resistance-breaking tomato spotted wilt virus spreading in Sutter County, details on the CFLCA ...
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A deadline is approaching for funding for certain USDA partnerships. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds potential partners that the deadline to apply for ...
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Spotted wing drosophila can be a problematic pest for a variety of growers, as the pest impacts a multitude of crops. Senior Product Development Manager for Marrone Bio Innovations, Dr. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Happy Memorial Day! Today’s show covers bioinsecticide approaches for controlling spotted wing drosophila, ERP substantially boosting ...
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A little berry with big impact. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Aronia berries have been around for hundreds of years, but they’re just now coming into the ...
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The Pesticide Registration and Evaluation Committee has recommended the continued registration, sale, and agricultural use of imidacloprid products. President of American Pistachio Growers, Richard Matoian said that largely positive crop ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking action to improve market conditions for poultry farmers. USDA has proposed a rule that will provide more transparency in poultry growing contracts ...
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The United States is once again seeking dispute settlement consultations in relation to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). At issue are dairy restrictions that Canada has in place, that the U.S. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California’s 2020 cash farm receipts down but the state remains top in the ...
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Putting a focus on mental health for farmers. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. In recognition of May as Mental Health Month, the American Farm Bureau Federation will host a ...
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A total of 54 agricultural organizations have voiced concern regarding the possibility of a detrimental precedent being set. A letter was sent to President Joe Biden outlining concerns related to ...
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Instances of the resistance-breaking strain of tomato spotted wilt virus (RB-TSWV) are increasing in Sutter County. Vegetable Crops Advisor with UC Cooperative Extension in Colusa, Sutter, and Yuba counties, Amber ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) will be hosting more soil and irrigation field days in the coming weeks, as part of the Digging In series. Senior Manager of Field ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers California Dairies answering the call for fertilizer needs, comments from Congressman LaMalfa on ...
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The continued issues in the fertilizer market are increasing alternative income opportunities for dairy operations. CEO of Western United Dairies, Anja Raudabaugh said that in the last six months there ...
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Imports of Wine Increasing in the U.S. That’s today’s this land of ours. Growing consumption of wine in the U.S. has contributed to an increase in wine imports, from 127 ...
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Applications are being accepted for the Commodity Container Assistance Program (CCAP) aimed at addressing ongoing logistical challenges. Market disruptions continue to be an issue for agricultural exporters. Availability of shipping ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers can have significant success in addressing pest problems with insect growth regulators (IGRs). While most IGRs will not kill pest ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show covers a positive sign for the continued use of imidacloprid in California and the ...
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The disaster assistance provided through the new Emergency Relief Program (ERP) from USDA will be providing some significant support to growers that experienced certain losses in 2020 and 2021. President of the ...
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A recent decision from the Pesticide Registration and Evaluation Committee (PREC) could be a positive sign for continued use of imidacloprid in California. The subcommittee found that the presence of ...
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Celebrating an essential part of the agricultural process. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Agronomy is defined as the science of soil management and crop production. This week, agronomy is ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Agricultural education is an industry built on connections, and this is made even easier through the resources gathered by agriculture education podcast, Here By The Owl. Co-hosts, Nikki Fideldy-Doll and ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights the ag industry’s support of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity, information on ...
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There are still a lot of questions when it comes to carbon markets. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. The international World Economic Forum is underway this week in Switzerland. ...
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President Joe Biden has announced the launch of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) with a dozen initial partners, collectively representing 40 percent of world GDP. The partners include ...
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Biological seed treatments appear to be gaining traction in both adoption and efficacy. Vice President of Field Development and Technical Services for Marrone Bio, Timothy Johnson said that the issue ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers criteria for effective biological seed treatment, support for methane emission reduction incentives in ...
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Governor Gavin Newsom’s May Revision of California’s budget includes additional incentive funding to help address livestock methane emissions. CEO of Western United Dairies, Anja Raudabaugh said the funding will help ...
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The importance of cybersecurity on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Recent incidents with grain elevators getting hacked and companies having data held hostage calls for ...
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The latest subjective almond forecast from the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service indicates a slight drop from last year. The USDA is providing approximately $6 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the potential for a third consecutive year of billion-pound pistachio crop, the American ...
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After two straight years of strong production, California pistachio growers could be in for another significant crop this year. President of American Pistachio Growers, Richard Matoian said that largely positive ...
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Numbers are in for the costs the pandemic had on restaurants. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Detailed numbers are coming in for consumers’ food-buying habits during the pandemic. USDA ...
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Forward progress of the Meat and Poultry Special Investigator Act of 2022 is generating mixed responses from the agricultural industry. The legislation, H.R. 7606, was recently approved by the House ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the down almond forecast but global demand remaining extremely high, crop advisers reducing ...
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The latest subjective forecast is calling for a decline in production from last year while almond demand is expected to remain strong. According to the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s ...
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What does the future of food production look like? That’s today’s This Land of Ours. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers’ (AEM) recent whitepaper, The Future of Food Production, identifies 13 ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking applications for two organic assistance programs. Certified organic producers and handlers, along with those transitioning to organic production, have two assistance opportunities ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare 3 Step Perfectly Cooked Chicken Breast with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 T Oil ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, miticide applications will be ramping up in orchards as temperatures rise. Getting ahead of mite populations before they become established will ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the USDA disaster assistance that’s available for specialty crop growers, an upcoming farm ...
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More ways dairy farms are going high-tech. That’s the topic of today’s This Land of Ours. For years, the dairy industry has worked on ground-breaking ways to manage methane, which ...
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4-H offers opportunities for growth and personal development to students of all backgrounds and does not require involvement in agriculture. Erica Hafkey, a senior at O’Neals Minarets High School, has ...
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U.S. beef export values recently hit a new record, according to data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), the data shows beef ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the priorities of non-agricultural groups for the upcoming Farm Bill, the subjective almond ...
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Expanding the possibilities of quinoa. That’s today’s This Land of Ours. Quinoa is increasingly popular as a high-protein, slightly nutty flavored grain-like seed that can be made into flour for ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing approximately $6 billion in natural disaster assistance to commodity and specialty crop producers. Support payments will be provided to producers as relief ...
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President Joe Biden has nominated Alexis Taylor to serve as the next Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs for the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Taylor currently serves as ...
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Beneficial insect populations play an important role in mite management approaches. Senior Product Development Manager for Marrone Bio Innovations, Dr. Melissa O’Neal said scouting is important to understand what types ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the American Feed Industry’s sustainability practices with feed by-products, the material selections to ...
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From the military to the fields. How farmer veterans, and a coalition that serves them, are working the land. That’s the topic of today’s This Land of Ours. The Farmer Veteran ...
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President of American Pistachio Growers, Richard Matoian said that shipping data through March shows positive movement for pistachios. Efforts to address detention and demurrage fees are moving forward at both ...
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The latest subjective almond forecast from the U. S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) indicates a slight drop from last year. The initial forecast for 2022 almond ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers AB 2570 possibly providing good news for farm employers, the variety development considerations ...
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We’ve been hearing about African Swine Fever lately. So what is it, and what’s being done about it? That’s the topic of today’s This Land of Ours. African swine fever ...
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During a farm visit in Illinois this week, President Joe Biden announced a series of actions to help support domestic crop production. Three initiatives intended to foster increased plantings and ...
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California’s Foster Farms is among the meat packers accused of working with Trump administration officials to undermine the efforts of health officials during Coronavirus outbreaks at meatpacking plants. The House ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Once again growers are dealing with limited water availability, further emphasizing the importance of efficient irrigation approaches. UC Cooperative Extension Nut Crop Farm Advisor, Mae Culumber said that last year’s ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers past and current climate-friendly practices leading to future solutions, California’s most recent crop ...
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The focus on improving the climate through agriculture continues. The first round of funding through the new Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities received more than 450 proposals. The Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities opportunity ...
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made a plea to the Senate Ag Appropriations Committee in an effort to get help for the nation’s farmers and ranchers who are struggling. The committee ...
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Researchers are working to learn more about potential alternative nematode control options that can be used in California carrot production. A screening trial was conducted in 2021 at the University ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Farmers Market Sandia Salad with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 LB Watermelon diced Medium ...
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Efforts to address detention and demurrage fees are moving forward at both the state and federal level. A state assembly bill has been proposed to strengthen rules prohibiting certain fees ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how to avoid unnecessary expenses by keeping detailed crop records, the positive development ...
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Protecting Farmers’ Mental Health. Farming is one of the most challenging ways to make a living and can take a toll on farmers and everyone close to them. May is ...
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A recent event in Visalia brought together a wide array of interests to discuss the impact of the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA). More than 400 people attended the SGMA ...
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) extended the deadline for public comment on its proposal to require U.S.-listed companies to disclose a range of climate-related risks and greenhouse gas ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the role of biotechnology and pesticides in sustainable farming practices, pistachio shipments are ...
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Pistachio shipments are up over last year, even as the industry deals with logistical challenges and supply chain disruptions. President of American Pistachio Growers, Richard Matoian said that shipping data ...
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The U.S. is once again helping to feed the world. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The United States has long prided itself in our ability to feed ...
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Farmers can often find themselves unsure about which biologicals might be best for their operation. Vice President of Ag Science at Heliae Agriculture, Dr. Karl Wyant noted that there is ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the concern for electricity required for electric equipment, modes of action helping to ...
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A deadline is extended for innovators in agriculture. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), in partnership with Farm Credit, is seeking entrepreneurs ...
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Difficulties in getting almonds to export markets will become even more problematic without workable solutions before the 2022 crop is ready to go. The Senate Ag Committee hosted a farm ...
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More than two million acres in offers have been accepted through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) General signup. Agricultural producers and landowners made submissions for ...
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Eradication efforts are continuing in Solano County related to a glassy-winged sharpshooter (GWSS) discovery last Fall. A multitude of actions have been taken to address the GWSS infestation, with soil ...
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You have an opportunity to help honor a person in the agriculture industry with the Allies for Agriculture bimonthly award from UPL. Listen to the report: “Allies for Agriculture is ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show includes keeping applicator’s safety in mind when applying pest and disease protection, Fresno County ...
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USDA Releases Data on Local Food Marketing Practices. More than 147,000 American farms produced and sold food locally through direct marketing practices, resulting in $9 billion in revenue during 2020. ...
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Two new acreage reports have recently been released to provide a clearer accounting of the almond industry in California. The 2021 California Almond Acreage Report is compiled by the U.S. Department ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers new reports detailing almond acreage increases, the challenges facing farmer-owned cooperatives and comments ...
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It’s a Cinco de Mayo favorite, but avocados are good for more than just guacamole. A study published recently in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that eating ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers will want to be actively monitoring for signs of summer diseases in orchards. Field Market Development Specialist with Valent USA, ...
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Bee Sweet Citrus is expanding its packinghouse to include a state-of-the-art mandarin facility adjacent to California Highway 99 in Fowler. Construction for the company’s new facility broke ground in early ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers empty cargo containers and the push for the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, winegrape ...
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The 2022 BeSure campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition centers on using crop protection materials safely and responsibly. Protecting bees and other wildlife is a key element of best-management practices. ...
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Farmers are embracing sustainable farming practices. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. People today are interested in their investments as it relates to environmental, social, and governance issues, ...
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More than two dozen organizations representing a variety of interests are encouraging improvements to food safety and nutrition protocols within in the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The groups represent ...
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Warming temperatures mean that mite mitigation programs will be put into action in almond and walnut orchards. Early efforts can be particularly valuable in preventing populations from ramping up during ...
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Pest management research projects are receiving significant funding support from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR). A total of $3.75 million is being invested in 10 research projects to ...
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The House Ag Committee held a hearing last week titled: “An Examination of Price Discrepancies, Transparency, and Alleged Unfair Practices in Cattle Markets.” Four cow/calf operators were scheduled to testify ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the inability to export almonds causing the price to degrade, the consequences of ...
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Difficulties in getting almonds to export markets will become even more problematic without workable solutions before the 2022 crop is ready to go. Exports have fallen short by nearly 260 ...
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Agriculture gets good marks when it comes to lowering greenhouse gasses. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The nation’s greenhouse gas emissions are declining and fell more than ...
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The Senate Ag Committee hosted a farm bill listening session on Friday in Michigan, the home of Senate Ag Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow. Michigan’s agriculture is similar to California’s, in ...
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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was highlighted at a House Agriculture Committee hearing on the farm bill late last week. Though it’s referred to as the Farm Bill, more ...
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Proposals for On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials (On-Farm Trials) are currently being accepted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California. On-Farm Trials are part of ...
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Biologicals play an important role in keeping orchards safe from navel orangeworm (NOW) damage. With a narrow variety of insecticides registered for NOW, adding a biological material to pest management ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how the heat-killed bacteria process works as a bioinsecticide, an upcoming State Food ...
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Finding trends in food production. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) recently released The Future of Food Production, a whitepaper detailing the drivers ...
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State and national agricultural groups are seeking government support in helping to facilitate solutions to ongoing export challenges. Several ag groups have raised concern about the Phase 1 NEPA revisions ...
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California Citrus Mutual (CCM) released its 2020–21 Final California Citrus Season Perspective report, which included the following summary conclusion: For the majority of the season, the fruit quality was excellent. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the genesis of Stanislaus County Farm Bureau Foodies, food inflation is surpassing expectations ...
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The latest Food Price Outlook from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) highlights the largest inflation rate in grocery prices in more than 10 years. The figures in the report showed that ...
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Young adults could possibly add a decade to their life expectancy by eating the right foods, and limiting the wrong ones. Eating an ideal diet could add as much as ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Spicy Asparagus Steak with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 T Vegetable Oil TT S+P ...
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State and national agricultural groups are seeking government support in helping to facilitate solutions to ongoing export challenges. Seven organizations recently crafted a letter detailing the need for better understanding ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the basics of participating in the Almond Board of California’s board election process, ...
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Voting has officially begun for the Almond Board of California’s (ABC) Board of Directors for the 2022-2023 crop year. The ABC election is for two independent grower positions and one ...
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Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists are looking to beef up your salad—not with complementary slices of tender chicken, steak or other meat but rather new, improved varieties of carrots and ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is inviting organizations to submit cooperative agreement proposals. Funding for successful agreements will range between $25,000 and $75,000 per award. ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, ant problems can create significant issues for producers come harvest time. Ant infestations can result in substantial damage to the nuts ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CDFA receiving $4 million to support specialty crop research, the Senate Ag Committee ...
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The newest video in the ongoing series, Feral Swine in America: Episode 5- Georgia, takes us to peanut fields to hear about the invasive species’ impacts on this American staple crop. ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Industry groups are continuing calls for action from federal officials to address ongoing supply chain problems. The U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) and the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) have ...
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Tree nut growers encounter a variety of orchard pests throughout the season requiring an array of preventative and curative actions. Technical Services Manager for Northern California for UPL, Katie Driver ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CDFA launching a new mental health resource for farmers, how to identify in-season ...
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A Beef Checkoff-funded campaign called, “Rethink the Ranch,” was executed by Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. It introduced the public to beef producers who make science-driven decisions to keep their ...
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Organic fresh produce continues to make strides with another quarter of increased sales. According to the latest Organic Produce Performance Report released by Category Partners and the Organic Produce Network ...
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Label directions serve as one of the most important points in keeping pollinators safe and healthy when making an application of crop protection materials. The 2022 BeSure campaign from the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers industry groups encouraging USDA to take over gene editing regulations, the improvements that ...
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Efforts are underway to promote farm safety by emphasizing the need to call 811 before beginning any digging or drain tile projects. More about that coming up on This Land ...
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EPA points out the current system for registering pesticides is “unsustainable and legally tenuous” without corrective action. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has confirmed the presence of the H5N1 strain ...
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Payments to livestock producers impacted by drought or wildfire are being sent out by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. The assistance is being provided to ranchers with approved applications through ...
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In honor of Earth Day 2022, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing nearly $800 million in climate-smart infrastructure (PDF, 587 KB) in 40 states, ...
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The Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) has finalized adjustments to portions of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Several ag groups have raised concern about the Phase 1 NEPA revisions ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers farm groups opposing NEPA changes, John Deere partnering with GUSS, learning the basics ...
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Today, April 22nd is Earth Day. More about that coming up on This Land of Ours. Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Brown Butter Basted Halibut with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 3T Vegetable Oil TT S+P ...
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack was joined by White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu and Congressman Sanford Bishop (GA-2) to announce the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest $420 million in ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is hosting a series of grower events focused on soil and irrigation practices. The Digging In: Soil and Irrigation Field Day is going to ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the “Box Rule” causing delays at the ports, an upcoming soil and irrigation ...
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Earth Day is coming up this Friday. More about that coming up on This Land of Ours. April 22nd will be Earth Day, and according to earthday.org, this is the ...
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Apple bloom in California means that growers will want to be monitoring for signs of fire blight in their orchards. While apple cultivars can vary in their susceptibility to the ...
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The introduction of the A-PLUS Act is being largely supported by various industry organizations. The bipartisan Amplifying Processing of Livestock in the United States Act, known simply as the A-PLUS ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, mite management will be a central concern as temperatures begin to heat up. Mite populations can expand rapidly if growers are ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how China’s trade policies have impacted global fertilizer markets, senators urging Secretary Vilsack ...
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Many people across our country are preparing for Earth Day, 2022. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of ...
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Nearly a dozen agricultural organizations are continuing to encourage the revising of gene editing regulations. Oversight of genetically engineered food animals is currently handled by the U.S. Food and Drug ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the difference between seasonal vacuumed manure, tree nut coverage pulling ahead of field ...
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The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has received over $4 million to help support specialty crop research. The funding support comes from the Specialty Crop Multi-State Program (SCMP) ...
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and practices are a critical component of pollinator protection approaches in farming. The 2022 BeSure campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition reminds industry members that ...
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The current outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) has impacted more than 27 million birds, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The U.S. Department of Agriculture ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the challenges and opportunities facing California Almonds, US farmers not alone in opposing ...
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Soybeans are used for much more than just food and fuel. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Synthetic grass made from U.S. soybeans is just one of many ...
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With drought conditions rivaling those experienced in 2015, there are expectations for further agricultural land fallowing this year. The California Department of Water Resources is investing more than $33 million ...
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The European Union (EU) is considering some adjustments to agricultural import practices designed to bolster global food sustainability. The European Commission recently closed the Call for Evidence on the potential ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the impact of food waste on the globe, practices for making the fertilizer ...
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is extending enforcement discretion for certain Food Safety Modernization Act requirements as they pertain to cotton. Because cottonseed is widely used as dairy ...
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They say every dog has its day. Farmers are invited to get their dogs a special day and submit nominations for the 2023 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year ...
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In support of Executive Order 13985 Advancing Racial Equity and Support to Underserved Communities, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) made its Equity Action Plan (PDF, 500 KB) publicly available. The plan ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) will be addressing the overall pesticide approval system through a comprehensive workplan. Four overall strategies are established in the plan, with dozens of actions ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the lasting effect from the war in Ukraine, fall seasonal effects connected to ...
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Almond growers have a variety of incentive opportunities available to help support a wide array of production practices. The next Training Tuesday from the Almond Board of California (ABC) will ...
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Inflation continues to rise as the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports year-over-year inflation in March was 8.5 percent. American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist Roger Cryan says we’re seeing the ...
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With drought conditions rivaling those experienced in 2015, there are expectations for further agricultural land fallowing this year. As of April 13, the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) shows ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Cuban Style Whole Hog with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 50 LB Pig Split Mojo ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, areas of California received some rainfall this week, highlighting the importance of good disease prevention. Field Development Manager for Valent USA, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers tips to protect pollinators with the BeSure campaign, how to meet Cal/OSHA heat ...
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Fresh fruits and vegetables and known for being healthy for us, but sometimes misinformation is put out about pesticide residue. One organization even claims to base its misinformation on a ...
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Youth leadership programs, such as FFA or 4-H, allow students to explore their opportunities and develop their personal and professional skills. Kirsten Franks is a high school senior and president ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is strengthening efforts to address nutrient pollution in water supplies. A new policy memorandum solidifies EPA’s commitment to working with partner groups to further ...
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With temperatures rising, growers are encouraged to stay on the lookout for mite populations growing in vineyards. Mites can quickly become an issue with females laying up to 200 eggs ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the positive outlook for the pistachio potential moving forward, WAPA working to keep ...
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The 2022 BeSure campaign from the Growing Matters Coalition is once again helping to support the implementation of practices focused on pollinator protection. “Pollinators have obviously taken a lead in ...
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Finding the truth about pesticides in produce. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Each year, an anti-conventional farming organization puts out a list of fresh produce products that they ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights vineyard removal trends, the importance of estimating almond crop yield to better budget ...
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Some grape growers are having to make some tough decisions about vineyards with burning restrictions coming into effect. Last year, the California Air Resources Board voted to phase out agricultural ...
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It’s a favorite time of year for those who love a certain type of onion. That’s coming up on this land of ours. One of America’s favorite types of sweet ...
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DWR personnel have indicated that current snow levels and water conditions are similar to those seen during the height of the last drought. Cotton acreage is expected to increase to ...
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The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) is investing more than $33 million to assist with needed canal repairs. Issues of subsidence were highlighted during the last drought that California ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations to help strengthen pollinator research support. Individuals with diverse expertise and experience with pollinators are being encouraged to serve on the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show features a “reasonably optimistic” outlook for California agriculture moving forward, information on pending EU ...
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There are many roles in agriculture. Hear how one researcher found her path to working on saving chocolate. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA researcher Doctor Alina ...
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The American Farm Bureau has a program for young agriculturalists, called Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) that provides its members with social and professional opportunities to expand their networks and ...
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The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) recently announced adjustments to water operations related to the Central Valley Project (CVP). After an exceptionally dry start to 2022, Reclamation has updated CVP ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) recently awarded a series of scholarships to students during the 94th State FFA Leadership Conference. Specialist of Industry Relations, Rebecca Bailey explained that ABC ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s show highlights optimism for relief coming for farm labor contractors, legislative efforts to hold China ...
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As demand for chocolate rises, so does the need for agricultural research. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When was the last time you had a bite of ...
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Growers are consistently dealing with botrytis issues in their vineyards on a yearly basis. While the disease is most prevalent in cooler growing regions, it can be an issue for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers updated progress on GSP submissions for SGMA, implementation assistance that is available for ...
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Following rules about plant transportation can help the world’s chocolate supply. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are rules in place about not transporting soil and plants ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Fire Blistered Asparagus A LA Plancha with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… Listen to Albert ...
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The Western Agricultural Processors Association (WAPA) and Fresno State have officially unveiled a new facility to provide agriculture students with hands-on training. The tree nut processing laboratory is a new ...
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Last week the bipartisan Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022 was unanimously approved during a voice vote of the U.S. Senate. A version of the legislation was approved in the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers tips for staying on top of Cal/OSHA violations, data from the final snow ...
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Although cotton acreage looks to be increasing this year, there was significantly more potential for the industry had it not been for the current condition of California water supplies. According ...
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Researchers are working to battle a virus that affects the world’s chocolate supply. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Up to 40 percent of the world’s cacao beans, ...
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Students at West Hills College Lemoore have the opportunity for career development, thanks to the Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs available to them. The Dean of Career and Technical ...
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A series of voluntary agreements related to water flows have been solidified with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU). The document outlines an eight-year plan to improve conditions ...
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California Department of Water Resources (DWR) personnel have indicated that current snow levels and water conditions are similar to those seen during the height of the last drought. During the ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has finalized the Origin of Livestock rule for organic dairy production. USDA’s National Organic Program (NOP) will oversee the new rule, which has been ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers tips for moving firewood to protect forests from disease, the cost to benefit ...
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According to the California Final Grape Crush Report, the total tons crushed of raisin type varieties was up 225 percent from the year prior. Manager of Central Valley Operations for ...
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As the saying goes, not all heroes wear capes. Meet the researcher protecting the world’s chocolate supply. Chocolate is made from cacao beans, and research shows that up to 40 ...
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President Joe Biden unveiled his budget proposal for the fiscal year 2023 this week, which includes significant investment in various programs and initiatives important to farmers and ranchers. The U.S. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show includes keeping interest rates in mind in relation to ag land values, comments from ...
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Maintain Vigilance Against Phytophthora in Almonds The drought progressing through California is taking a toll on the fertile Central Valley, home to the world’s largest acreage of almond orchards. Yields ...
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When to harvest the tastiest strawberries you’ve ever grown before. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When to harvest strawberries depends on the variety you’re growing. June-bearing strawberries will ...
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The Center for Land-Based Learning advertised its FARMS program in the Education Pavilion of the 2022 World Ag Expo. Through their colorful booth and cheerful attitude, the representatives of the ...
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The USDA has announced additional funds for livestock producers who were affected by wildfires and droughts. USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation, Robert Bonnie spoke with AgNet Media to ...
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Organic production was one of the topics of discussion during a recent House Agriculture Committee hearing. The Subcommittee on Biotechnology, Horticulture, and Research heard from Laura Batcha, Executive Director and ...
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Lawmakers are starting to work their way through President Biden’s budget proposal which was released earlier this week. Congressman Doug LaMalfa (R-CA-01) is a member of the House agriculture committee, ...
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Industry members have an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the Administrative Requirements of the Marketing Order Regulations for Almonds Grown in California. The proposed amendments were ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers USDA providing up to $200 million to purchase local food for schools, specialty ...
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More tips for planting the tastiest strawberries you’ve ever grown and are better than store bought. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Another strawberry variety option to plant ...
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How to plant delicious Strawberries that will be way better than store bought. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. No matter what type of strawberry you grow, make ...
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As part of the effort to expand processing capacity, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a new technical assistance initiative. The Meat and Poultry Processing Capacity Technical Assistance ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the consideration to take in order to keep the winegrape industry in balance, ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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After months of waiting, the Supreme Court of the U.S. (SCOTUS) announced they will hear the case challenging California’s Proposition 12. The petition was brought by the National Pork Producers ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the Supreme Court’s plans to hear NPPC and FB’s case on Prop. 12, ...
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The best strawberry varieties to grow so that they’ll taste better than store bought. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The three main types of strawberries are June-bearing, ...
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Avoiding the hot California sun in the Education Pavilion at the 2022 World Ag Expo, Cal Poly Pomona students promoted their university and programs to students visiting their booth. These ...
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OpenAg is an initiative from UPL that is serving as a unique approach to making holistic improvements to the food system in a variety of ways. The initiative prioritizes creative ...
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A new beef safeguard trigger level has been agreed to by the United States and Japan. United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai and United States Ambassador to Japan, Rahm Emanuel ...
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President Joe Biden unveiled his budget proposal for fiscal year 2023, Monday. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says the President’s budget provides USDA with “the tools needed to support a vibrant, ...
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Last week the Ocean Shipping Reform Act was approved by a voice vote in the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee. The bill is now headed to the full Senate for consideration. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers invasive pests threatening California’s already threatened trees, $5,000 grants for organic education, and ...
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The Almond Journey Podcast from the Almond Board of California (ABC) has been bringing industry members closer through shared experiences and insight from fellow industry members. ABC Senior Specialist of ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers proposed and coming changes to the organic national list, regulatory approval vs enforcement ...
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The National List of Allowed and Prohibited Substances for organic foods is receiving some changes. Generally natural substances are allowed in organic production while synthetic ones are prohibited, but there ...
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What you need to know if you’re considering farming cress. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cress is also known as pepperwort, peppergrass, pepper cress, and garden cress. ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Pavlova Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 55 G Egg Whites 55 G Water ...
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is discontinuing surveillance sampling of leafy greens grown in Salinas Valley. California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA) CEO Tim York described the decision ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers FDA not conducting a broad sampling of leafy greens from Salinas Valley, International ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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There is less than a month left to apply for meat processing grants offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture-Rural Development. A total of $150 million is available through the Meat ...
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The four-legged pets trained to sniff out some damaging and invasive pests. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. They may be man’s best friend but they’re also angling ...
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While the global economy remains firmly on track to expand in 2022, a number of challenges are poised to serve as obstacles for the agriculture and construction equipment industries in ...
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Ocean carrier consolidation appears to be a contributing factor for the substantial increase in shipping costs that began in the middle of 2020. Vice President and Senior RaboResearch Analyst for ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers tips for growers from this year’s BeSure! campaign, components of an avocado irrigation ...
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The USDA program helping protect pollinators from invasive pests. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Bee pollination alone is responsible for more than 15-billion in added crop value, ...
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High school juniors receive professional skills and experiences from the Tulare County Farm Bureau. This is due to a youth leadership program started for high school students to be more ...
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With bloom around the corner, pistachio growers have disease protection in mind. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith said that one of the most substantial diseases growers can encounter is ...
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack joined other G7 agriculture ministers Friday morning in a virtual meeting with Ukrainian Agriculture Minister Roman Leshchenko. Following that virtual meeting, Vilsack took the stage at ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be supporting domestic fertilizer production this summer through a new grant program. A total of $250 in grants will be made available through ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers improving nitrogen efficiency through irrigation practices, carrier consolidation playing a significant role in ...
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It has taken some time for tree nut growers to become more receptive to implementing a cover crop system in their orchards. The practice has been shown to provide a ...
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The new smart phone app providing farmers instant access to market data. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The USDA has launched USDA Market News, a free mobile ...
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Fertilizer prices have been on an upward trend over the past year and the Russia-Ukraine conflict has further complicated the global market. California Citrus Mutual President and CEO Casey Creamer ...
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A new U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) report shows use of no-till, crop rotations, more efficient irrigation methods and advanced technologies have climbed in recent years. The report from USDA’s ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers gas prices and competing clean energy solutions, CDFA seeking dairy methane reduction projects, ...
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The trouble-free fruit tree with a tropical twist. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Tree farmers in the warmer regions of the United States may want to consider ...
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Canadian officials have released a trade proposal addressing tariff-rate quotas (TRQs), to the dismay of American dairy groups. The proposal comes after a dispute settlement panel found that Canada was ...
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Farm loan programs are being updated as part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) efforts to provide more equitable services. The changes are designed to better support current borrowers, ...
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The next Training Tuesday webinar offered by the Almond Board of California (ABC) will focus on irrigation maintenance. With limited water supplies, ensuring irrigation systems are functioning at optimal efficiency ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the recent freeze losses covered under the USDA tree assistance program, Almond Board ...
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How to use soil blocks for better seed starting. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Soil blocking involves creating compressed blocks of soil to start seedlings in. It’s inexpensive, ...
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Australian students partake in tours of agricultural operations without ever leaving the classroom. This is due to an immersive technology-based company called Think Digital. The founder, Tim Gentle, uses his ...
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Increasing awareness and support is coming from a variety of sources on the issue of the right to repair. Several states have been working to advance various types of legislation ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, the recent rainfall has increased disease concerns in orchards. After a dry January and February, much of California received varying levels ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers ensuring growers’ safety is considered in the pesticide notification pilot projects, almond bloom ...
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California Citrus Mutual (CCM) has indicated the group will be stay involved as the pilot projects for a statewide pesticide notification system continue taking shape. Two of the four counties ...
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How sterilizing soil will help beat back bugs and diseases on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Soil sterilization helps to kill off the pests and ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Spanish Sundried Tomato Tapenade with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 4 Oz Sundried Tomatoes2 oz ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a total of $19.75 million is available through the Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program. A subprogram of the Local Agriculture Market Program, ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is in the middle of the 2021 Organic Survey. USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service will be collecting data from organic farmers and ranchers through ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers CDFA funding biological pest management research, the important variables CFBF is considering in ...
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The USDA’s multi-million dollar gift for students from diverse backgrounds. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U. S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture ...
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Fertilizer prices have been on an upward trend over the past year. The Russia-Ukraine conflict has further complicated the global market. A major commodity rally in corn and soybeans, sanctions ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers farming groups filing a complaint with FTC over the right to repair, the ...
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Producers still have an opportunity to sign up for a special cover crop initiative that is being offered through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s ...
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The 2022 Golden State Dairy Management Conference is coming up on Wednesday, March 23. Cooperative Extension Farm Advisor Jennifer Heguy said they are looking forward to seeing everyone at the ...
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Some of the benefits of becoming an oat farmer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Oats are a nutrient-rich grain that makes a wonderful meal not only for ...
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The third snow survey of the season conducted by the Department of Water Resources reflected two consecutive months of largely dry conditions. During President Biden’s State of the Union address, ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers aspects of the Farm Bill Title 1 hearing, a preliminary report on the ...
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Using a multi-step approach to mitigate weeds on the farm. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Tackling weeds requires a multi-step approach. The first step is to identify ...
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The House Agriculture Committee held a hearing this week to review the farm bill and get perspectives from commodity groups on Title I. Title I Provides support for major commodity ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) is holding elections for its Board of Directors for the 2022-2023 crop year. Those interested in serving will have until April 1 to submit ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the potential of a prolonged fertilizer disruption, a new program to boost tech ...
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Ukraine invasion by Russian forces is creating significant turmoil in grain prices and uncertainty within the fertilizer industry. Fertilizer is a significant agricultural export for Russia, which represents approximately one-fifth ...
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How understanding weeds will help with your plan to eradicate them. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There’s an incredible variety of weeds out there and most fall ...
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Solutions to current challenges in the fresh produce industry could already be developed, but used in a different industry. International Fresh Produce Association has launched the Fresh Field Catalyst program. ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Crispy Parmesan Crisps with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 Lb Parmigiano Reggiano Listen to ...
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During President Biden’s State of the Union address, the president talked about his plan to help the nation’s economy. One subject he briefly touched on was the problems with the ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the Biden Administration’s trade agenda focusing on China and the Indo-Pacific, California farmers’ ...
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Now in its third season, the American Grown My Job Depends On Ag (MJDOA) tv series is back focusing on diversity within the industry, agriculture doing more with less and ...
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California’s Department of Food and Agriculture Healthy Refrigeration Program is allowing fresh fruits and vegetables to get into the hands of all Californians who want them. The program provides energy-efficient refrigeration ...
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How to control weeds on the farm without using chemicals. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are more than a dozen methods for controlling weeds. Including using ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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The third snow survey of the season conducted by the Department of Water Resources (DWR) reflected two consecutive months of largely dry conditions. Manager of DWR’s Snow Surveys and Water ...
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Fire ant problems can be detrimental to your operation. Selecting the right pesticide or solution for a fire ant infestation can help you resolve your fire ant issue effectively. Central ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers climate-smart agriculture in California, MJDOA reaching consumers via Facebook and TV with a ...
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In California, climate-smart agriculture isn’t just the future, it is already here as many farmers up and down the state are actively cutting greenhouse gas emissions, improving water use efficiently and ...
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The Almond Alliance of California will be celebrating its 40th Anniversary at the upcoming 2022 annual convention. Scheduled for May 2-5, the event will be held at the Paséa Hotel ...
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The plants and fruit trees at risk of a Spotted Lanternfly infestation, and what farmers can do about it. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Spotted Lanternfly ...
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The second annual State of Organic Produce report was recently released by the Organic Produce Network (OPN). Working with strategic data analysis and insights company Category Partners, OPN provides a ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers reactions to CVP allocation announcement, groups working toward grain and fiber hemp exemptions ...
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Water allocations for Central Valley Project (CVP) contractors were released last week. Most contractors won’t receive the water allocations they need, leading them to pump groundwater. Friant Division contractors are ...
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The huge impact farmers have been making when it comes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Since 1990, the United States population has ...
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Almond producers are looking at further complications related to supply chain congestion. A recent RaboResearch report provides insight on the walnut outlook over the coming years. Desert lettuce crops appear ...
Read More The post Week in Review: Almond Cash Flow Challenges & Opportunities for California Walnuts appeared first on AgNet West.
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers using biofungicides to help manage resistance, the deadline to enroll for safety net ...
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Ongoing bottlenecks continue to create overall supply chain problems, with producers continuing to struggle to get products to their destination. The challenges were the subject of a recent joint hearing ...
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The center providing plant management solutions for the Southeast region. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Jimmy Carter Plant Materials Center is one of a national network ...
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The Bureau of Reclamation released initial 2022 water allocations for Central Valley Project (CVP) contractors. The CVP allocations reflect a lack of rain and snow since the beginning of the ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) Board of Directors recently concluded their strategic retreat in Palm Springs. Held every two years, the event serves as an opportunity to discuss the ...
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U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is making available up to $215 million in grants and other support to expand meat and poultry processing ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers energy and trade strains with Russia and China, applications now being accepted to ...
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The center providing plant solutions in a diverse climate. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Lockeford Plant Materials Center is a 106-acre facility located in the Central ...
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This month’s pause in avocado imports from Mexico brought to the forefront how much the US depends on Mexico for the fruit. Mark Davidson, Acting Deputy Administrator for the Animal ...
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Fungicide resistance can create several short-term and long-term issues for growers, with yield and quality losses. Biofungicides, and their novel FRAC groupings, offer growers another tool that can help manage ...
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A new coalition has come together to encourage further support of specialty crops with increased IR-4 funding. The IR-4 Project was initially established in 1963 to aid in the development ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers funding support for important water-related programs, an industry action plan to combat the ...
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The program working to deliver state-of-the art plant science technology to meet identified conservation needs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Brooksville Plant Materials Center is one ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
Read More The post VofV: Forging Uncommon Collaborations to Solve World Hunger appeared first on AgNet West.
Dry conditions over the past month can have an impact on vineyard weed control approaches. Most growers prefer to activate preemergent herbicides with a rain event. However, the lack of ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Fresh Mozzarella with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1/2 Gallon Unpasteurized Milk 7 T Vinegar ...
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Almond producers are looking at further complications related to supply chain congestion. President and CEO of the Almond Alliance of California, Aubrey Bettencourt explained that now cash flow issues are ...
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A recent RaboResearch report provides insight on the walnut outlook over the coming years. Senior Analyst of Horticulture for Rabo AgriFinance, and lead author of the report, David Magaña said ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers keeping almonds in international markets amidst port problems, the optimism for future water ...
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The nationwide program helping restore and sustain healthy natural ecosystems. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The National Resources Conservation Service – or NRCS – operates 25 Plant ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture Inspector General, Phyllis Fong spoke at a House Agriculture subcommittee hearing on her department’s report on civil rights complaints against the USDA. She said there ...
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Desert lettuce crops appear to be a bit ahead of schedule as a result of recent weather patterns. Vice President of Operations for Markon Cooperative Inc., Mark Shaw explained that ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the responsibilities and potential rewards when choosing to grade hives, impacts of supply ...
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Grading beehives is an available option for growers to who want to gain the most out of their pollination season and potentially better their yields. Ellie Symes CEO of the ...
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The pear tree diseases every farmer needs to be on the lookout for. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are several diseases that can cause serious problems ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the continuing efforts of the Sustainable Pest Management Workgroups, the return of the ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced an enrollment extension for important dairy risk management programs. The deadline to apply for Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) and Supplemental Dairy Margin ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) will once again be hosting a Training Tuesday webinar series in 2022. ABC will be presenting important industry information in a virtual format every ...
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How one company is revolutionizing farming one seedling at a time. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A fresh food and urban agricultural company is gaining momentum growing ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Perfect Fluffy Eggs in 1 Minute with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 T Butter ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers day two at the World Ag Expo, a report highlighting the value of ...
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Some of the best flowering shrubs for pollinators. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Bluebeard is a late-season bloomer with powder-puff blue, pink, or purple flowers on compact plants ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
Read More The post VofV: How to Establish Trust When it Comes to Food Safety appeared first on AgNet West.
While overall infestations still remain relatively low, instances of branched broomrape in California have been on the rise. Industry efforts have also been ramping up in recent years to try ...
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UPL has developed ProNutiva as an integrated program to help growers address a variety of production concerns. The system-led approach incorporates a variety of crop protection products growers reduce residue ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the opening day at the 55th World Ag Expo, how automated weeder technology ...
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Advancements made with automated weeding technology have become even more important as labor costs continue to climb. Compounding the issue for producers is the overall amount of available labor. Vegetable ...
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The UC Rice IPM Workgroup will be holding a grower meeting on Wednesday, February 16 at the UCCE Sutter-Yuba office. Rice Advisor Whitney Brim-DeForest said the event will feature information on ongoing ...
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Some of the prettiest flowering shrubs to add to your landscape. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re thinking about enclosing your yard with flowering hedges instead of ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be investing $1 billion to help expand market opportunities for climate-smart agricultural products. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the new Partnerships for Climate-Smart ...
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The Ocean Shipping Reform Act was recently introduced in the U.S. Senate as a means for addressing the continued issues within the food supply chain. Similar legislation was passed in ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers legislation that seeks to adjust specific CEQA requirements, how CCA’s are helping growers ...
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Some pests and diseases to watch out for this Spring. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Spring garden pests are with us all year. In the winter, many of ...
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The second manual snow survey for the current water year demonstrated the impact that dry conditions in January have had on California’s snowpack. Vineyard development is becoming more challenging for ...
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California growers have a new tool from BASF that can help fight diseases in grapes, tree nuts, stone, and pome fruit. BASF Technical Service Representative Dr. Kevin Caffrey said that ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers organic produce sales topping $9 Billion in 2021, the work being done to ...
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What you need to know about egg candling. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Egg candling is a method of shining light inside an egg that enables you to ...
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Growers are getting ready for the coming bloom, working with service providers to prepare honeybees for their deployment into orchards. Chief Scientific Officer for the Almond Board of California (ABC), ...
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The second manual snow survey for the current water year demonstrated the impact that dry conditions in January have had on California’s snowpack. The Department of Water Resources (DWR) conducted ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the numbers from DWR‘s second snow survey of the year, FB wanting the ...
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Several ways to add unbeatable texture to your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Wispy ornamental grasses are versatile plants in any landscape that can provide four ...
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Over the past year, the recently formed Biostimulant Council has been working towards developing a universal understanding of biostimulant products. Executive Director of the Biostimulant Coalition, David Beaudreau said the ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, a new bloom app can help California growers improve the chances for successful pollination. Field Development Manager for Valent USA, Pat ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare 7 Ingredient Fingerling Potatoes with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 2 T Vegetable Oil 2 ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers building out further resiliency in food systems through localized investments, Section 18 authorized ...
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Bacterial blast can be a devastating disease issue for almond growers. Cool and wet weather around the bloom period present ideal growing conditions for the disease. In working with the ...
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How to perk up a bleak winter garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re wanting to bring more life to your garden during the cold months ...
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Cevya fungicide from BASF is now available for California growers to fight diseases in a multitude of crops. The product received registration approval from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation ...
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Growers Look to Take on Supply Chain Challenges Over the past several years, the U.S. agriculture industry has faced unprecedented realities of supply uncertainty and sourcing challenges to meet consumer demand, and ultimately deliver an abundant food supply. ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers USDA partnering with the Port of Oakland to help with supply chain issues, ...
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Some of the best eggplant varieties to grow at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Eggplant is very easy to grow, easy to cook, delicious and nutritious. ...
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U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Monday announced a plan for the Port of Oakland to speed up agricultural exports. The Department of Agriculture is partnering ...
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Because of the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is extending program flexibilities to Approved Insurance Providers (AIPs) and agricultural producers until June 30, 2022 or later. Originally, ...
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An announcement from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding a new vaccine mandate is being met with concern from agricultural groups. All non-U.S. citizens crossing the border into the ...
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Sales of organic produce saw steady increases in 2021, finishing the year with more than $9 billion in value for the first time. According to the 2021 Organic Produce Performance ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the legislative approach to bolster efforts to mitigate the threat of broomrape, also ...
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One of the best chicken breeds to raise on the homestead. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The Buckeye Chicken is a fantastic heritage and dual-purpose breed, making ...
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Last week the Department of Water Resources announced it will be increasing allocations for the State Water Project after the December storms. Growers are trying to remain resilient despite winegrape ...
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A total of $72.9 million is being made available through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Grant funding is aimed at supporting ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Extra Crispy Sweet Potato Fries with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 21 G MP Trisol ...
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Morning glory can be a problematic weed for many growers, with it being a significant issue in the San Joaquin Valley. Seeds can remain viable in the soil for long ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers winegrape growers struggling with vineyard development costs, cover cropping in walnut orchards helping ...
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Vineyard development is becoming more challenging for winegrape growers as costs continue to be an issue. President of the California Association of Winegrape Growers, John Aguirre said costs really began ...
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The best herbs to keep your chickens in tip top shape. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Herbs are not only helpful for humans, but they can keep ...
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The Almond Board of California (ABC) has put together a mini-documentary highlighting the evolution of whole orchard recycling (WOR) in California. The video, ‘RESILIENCE: The Whole Orchard Recycling Origin Story,’ ...
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has once again shown that pesticide levels on food remain low. USDA’s Pesticide Data Program (PDP) has found that 99 percent of food products ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers groups coming together to work on supply chain problems, a California Court halting ...
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How to create a chicken garden to keep your feathered friends healthy, and also away from your harvest. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A chicken garden is ...
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A bipartisan group of lawmakers is continuing to encourage more effective supply chain relief from the Biden Administration. More than 70 congressmembers sent a letter to President Joe Biden outlining ...
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A subcommittee of the House Committee on Oversight and Reform is looking for information about what they call the alarming price increases on beef, pork, and chicken products. Rep. Raja ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, growers will be watching weather forecasts in the coming weeks waiting for the coming bloom period. Weather conditions have been generally ...
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California officials will not be enforcing the guidelines for animal welfare established in Proposition 12 after a recent court ruling. The Superior Court for Sacramento County has postponed enforcement until ...
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The Environmental Protection Agency is taking what it calls “bold actions” to reduce pollution. Among the agency-wide actions, EPA Administrator Michael Regan said he is “committing EPA to aggressively use ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the possibility of COVID vaccines holding up the supply chain, USDA report discovering ...
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CDFA’s Office of Environmental Farming and Innovation extended the application period for a new competitive grant program. An additional two weeks was provided to submit applications for the new Water Efficiency ...
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How to grow one of the juiciest fruits of the summer. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. With the right type of plant and a good spot to grow, ...
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The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a draft of another revision to pesticide crop groupings. A 60-day public comment period has been opened to gather public feedback. The ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers how to identify sustainable solutions through CCA guidance, details on the spring 2022 ...
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New commercial coverage for farmers and ranchers will become available through the California FAIR Plan. Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara announced that the new coverage will start February 1. The increase ...
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A slimy critter with a very bad reputation in the garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Wireworms, are destructive pests for farmers and gardeners, especially those growing ...
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The Environmental Protection Agency’s pesticide registration decisions are under scrutiny by a team of Republican senators. Senators Roger Marshall of Kansas, Chuck Grassley and Joni Ernst of Iowa, and Mike ...
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The American Farm Bureau federation revised its support of the Cattle Price Discovery and Transparency Act. Farm Bureau says while it supports robust negotiated sales, delegates voted to oppose government ...
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California started 2022 off with much-needed rain events, which could ultimately lead to higher levels of grape diseases. UPL Technical Service Manager, Emily Smith explained that last year’s dry conditions ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the DWR increasing the water allocations for SWP, the ACTIVATE 22 conference serves ...
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Growers are trying to remain resilient despite winegrape prices being far outpaced by rising costs of production. President of the California Association of Winegrape Growers, John Aguirre said the figures ...
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Last week the Department of Water Resources (DWR) announced it will be increasing allocations for the State Water Project. In a press release, DWR Director Karla Nemeth said that December storms ...
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The many reasons to grow the herb that is well-known for driving felines crazy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Catnip is known to drive cats crazy, but ...
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A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture details the trade war impacts stemming from tariffs on steel and aluminum. Agricultural groups are continuing efforts to work with federal ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Engagement Meatloaf Untamed with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 LB Ground Wagyu 1 T ...
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The Biden Administration recently appointed Blong Xiong as the new State Executive Director (SED) for the USDA California Farm Service Agency (FSA). Xiong joined the California FSA team on Jan. ...
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President Joe Biden recently announced a new initiative to fund repairs of the nation’s bridges, to the tune of $26.5 billion. A lot of the public focus on this has ...
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Back in late November 2021, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced they had extended the waiver for commercial truckers from the Federal Hours of Service (HOS) regulation until ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers understanding Bacillus-based products and the needs of growers, also the continuing efforts in ...
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How to deal with a dreaded weed that is harmful to your pets. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Goat head weed is sometimes referred to as puncturevine, ...
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In an open letter to California citrus growers, Jim Gorden, chair of the Citrus Pest & Disease Prevention Committee, emphasized the importance of cooperation of all growers to keep huanglongbing ...
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Mating disruption is a critical component of an integrated pest management (IPM) program to address issues of navel orangeworm (NOW). A breakout session during the 2021 Almond Conference focused exclusively ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a new device that electronically sniffs out pests in ...
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A new device created by USDA’s Agriculture Research Service (ARS) and university scientists from Ohio has the ability to sniff out pests on plants. Whiteflies are pests that infect tomato ...
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The broccoli plant problems that could threaten your harvest. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There are two primary types of problems you may encounter when growing your own ...
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Bacillus-based products have been used by farmers for several decades and the category is a sizable one. There are multiple different species within the Bacillus genus, which can all have ...
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In today’s Almond Matters, brought to you by Valent, bloom is a few weeks away and growers are finishing up their dormancy programs in orchards. Sanitation efforts and dormant applications ...
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In today’s California Kitchen, learn how to prepare Gluten-free Dumplings with The Untamed Chef, Albert J Hernandez. Here is what you will need… 1 C Gluten Free Flour 1 Egg ...
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National leaders are telling rural America to brace for the Omicron surge. While many rural areas have not yet faced a surge like urban areas, it’s likely to happen within ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers fertility decisions being more important than ever before due to the climb in ...
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Agricultural groups are continuing efforts to work with federal officials on the process for reworking the Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) rule. Industry organizations have raised concerns about replacing the ...
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Some common Scallion Plant problems to watch out for. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Scallions – also known as green or spring onions – are tasty, immensely ...
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This episode of the Voices of the Valley podcast is brought to you today by the Western Growers Association. Supporting producers that grow the best medicine in the world. Find ...
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Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Forest Service Chief Randy Moore will today launch a comprehensive response to the nation’s growing wildfire crisis – “Confronting the Wildfire Crisis: A Strategy for ...
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Up to $225 million is being made available by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Funding opportunities for conservation partners are available through ...
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Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers a new EPA rule that might make it more difficult to register new ...
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Some tips for storing produce in a root cellar. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. One of the first and probably most important tips about storing produce in ...
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There will now be additional steps taken before the environmental protection agency approves any new pesticide active ingredients. In a news release, the agency said it is reversing decades of ...
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A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) details the trade war impacts stemming from tariffs on steel and aluminum. The report examines the losses that occurred in ...
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