AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-01-24 - Podcasts AgNet West
Nov 1, 2024 · AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-01-24. Dan November 1, 2024 AgNet News Hour, Podcasts. 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. We also have this week’s Almond Update, with a look at the upcoming Almond Conference.
AgNet News Hour, Friday, 10-11-24 - Podcasts AgNet West
Dan October 11, 2024 AgNet News Hour, Podcasts. Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. On today’s show, we talk with Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack about USDA’s efforts to help those affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. He discusses key measures such as SNAP program flexibility, opportunities for hot meals ...
Control of Weeds on the Farm Without Using Chemicals
Mar 2, 2022 · There are more than a dozen methods for controlling weeds. Including using them in useful and creative ways, or eating them! For organic farming, an organic weed control plan is a comprehensive approach to manage weeds year round. A good weed control plan ties right in with building soil fertility and creating the perfect planting environment ...
Farmers Left in Crisis as Poultry Company Abandons Contracts
October 11, 2024 Industry. A growing crisis is emerging in the Midwest as Pure Prairie Poultry, a poultry company operating in Iowa, Minnesota, and Western Wisconsin, has abruptly abandoned its contracts with local farmers. Poultry producers, who rely on these contracts to raise and care for thousands of birds, are now left facing financial ...
Federal Funding Boosts Dairy Innovation at Fresno State
Oct 9, 2024 · Congressman Jim Costa, a senior member of the House Agriculture Committee, announced a new grant of $690,000 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for California State University, Fresno. This funding aims to support the dairy sector by helping farmers explore higher-value uses for milk, such as artisanal cheeses and organic dairy products.
02042022. NATIONAL DAIRY FOODS RESEARCH CENTERSNational Dairy Foods Research Centers, supported by Dairy Management Inc. (DMI), ensures the U.S. dairy industry stays relevant to consumer needs and preferences, drives innovation, contributes to a healthier planet, and creates a profit.
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 10-03-24 - Podcasts AgNet West
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 10-03-24. Dan October 3, 2024 AgNet News Hour, Podcasts. 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 the role of volunteers and organizations in providing aid.
American Agriculture History Minute: Agronomist Played a Key …
Oct 7, 2024 · Norman Borlaug, in 2004. He was an agronomist who played a key role in what’s known as the Green Revolution. His work won him the Nobel Peace Prize in 1970, later the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor and, later, Presidential Medal of Freedom, all for his work in increasing agricultural production as America continued to grow. Of course, we ...
CSP Explained: Understanding the Differences Between EQIP and …
Jun 3, 2020 · Another difference between CSP and EQIP is how funding and reimbursement are structured. EQIP will provide funding for a specific conservation practice once it is completed. CSP will provide annual payments to support ongoing improvement to conservation and stewardship, with an additional payment provided once an enhancement activity is completed.
NRCS Announces $100 Million in Federal Assistance for California ...
Oct 14, 2024 · The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California has announced federal assistance opportunities for agricultural producers for Fiscal Year 2025, which runs from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. Farmers and ranchers interested in applying for the first round of funding through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) should submit applications by November ...