California Agriculture Faces Challenges but Promises Innovation, …
2024年10月24日 · DepositPhotos image. Speaking at the FIRA conference, Karen Ross, Secretary of the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA), outlined both the challenges and opportunities facing California’s agricultural industry. Ross recognized the difficult situation for farmers, particularly due to low commodity prices and increasing production costs.
New Legislation Aims to Support Farmers’ Financial Needs for 2024
2024年11月6日 · DepositPhotos. 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.
Almond Update: Almond Industry Sees Growth and Sustainability …
2024年12月12日 · At the 2024 Almond Conference, Clarice Turner, president and CEO of the Almond Board of California, delivered an optimistic State of the Industry address.In the presentation, she and the Almond Board’s Alexi Rodriguez highlighted significant growth in demand, sustainability achievements, and the diverse benefits of almonds.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the enrollment periods for its 2025 safety-net programs aimed at supporting American…
Congress Advances Farm Bill Extension and Aid Package
2024年12月18日 · Call to Action. Agricultural advocates are urging stakeholders to make their voices heard. The NFU continues to rally its members, encouraging them to contact their representatives and urge a “yes” vote on the proposed package.
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-31-24 - AgNet West
2024年12月31日 · Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss the growing issue of wolf populations in California and its impact on livestock producers.
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-08-25 - Podcasts AgNet West
2025年1月8日 · Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss the legal battle between the state of Montana and Yellowstone National Park regarding the park’s bison management plan.
Farm Bill Faces Uncertain Path Forward Post-Election
2024年11月12日 · 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 more than a year, since the last bill expired in September 2023.
Commodity Groups Advocate for Economic Assistance Amid Farm …
2024年12月17日 · Commodity-specific concerns are also driving the push for aid. For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, groups representing corn, soybean, and dairy producers highlighted significant revenue losses, prompting targeted financial assistance.
American Seed Trade Association Receives $1 Million to Expand …
2024年12月24日 · DepositPhotos image. The American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) announced it has received $1 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP) grants. The RAPP grants are designed to help American agricultural groups break into or strengthen their presence in export markets, especially in regions with growing purchasing ...