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New USDA Funding Targets California Pest Threats
California Ag Today
From detector dogs to citrus protection, federal dollars are flowing into programs supporting California growers.
Big Dollars for Southern Crop Protection
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA is investing millions into pest detection, citrus protection, and forest health efforts across the Southeast.
Specialty Crop Block Grant
Idaho Ag Today
Some things states and specialty crop stakeholders should know about this year's USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant program.
CCA Tax Funds Videos
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
More news about the documentary we told you about recently, produced by the “farm activist” group We Are ELLA and the nearly half million dollars in funding they received from the state Department of Health.
Forest Treatments Save and Farm Bill Negotiations Intensify
The Agribusiness Update
Every dollar spent on forest fuel treatments saves about $3.75 in wildfire damages, and Congressional negotiations over the next farm bill have intensified as lawmakers continue debating funding priorities, nutrition programs and conservation spending.
Florida Blueberry Losses and Farm Bill Negotiations Intensify
The Agribusiness Update
Florida blueberry growers are reporting severe crop losses after a series of freezes in late January and early February, and Congressional negotiations over the next farm bill have intensified as lawmakers continue debating funding priorities, nutrition programs and conservation spending.
USDA Funds Peach Tree Removal and Brazil Beef Imports Scrutinized
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA will make up to $9 million available to fund the removal of cling peach orchards for growers after Del Monte plant closure in Modesto, and growing scrutiny of the meatpacking industry and rising Brazilian beef imports are fueling a new debate.
CCA Funds Abuse
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
The Washington State Department of Health has reportedly given nearly a half million dollars from Climate Commitment Act funds to a farming activist group that used it for spreading anti-farming information.
USDA reinstates IAMP
Idaho Ag Today
USDA reinstates large U of I grant. The largest grant in the University of Idaho’s history has been reinstated in its entirety after a yearlong pause.
Schiff’s Farm Bill Vision
California Ag Today
The California senator is pushing for stronger specialty crop support, rural investment, and Proposition 12 protections.
Fertilizer availability
Idaho Ag Today
An announcement of long term efforts to address low fertilizer supplies and increased fertilizer prices.
Farm Bill Passage to Senate
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Now that a new Farm Bill has passed the House and has moved on to the Senate, many are asking if the two chambers can agree on enough to get this done.
Farm Bridge Assistance
Idaho Ag Today
Updated information on two USDA assistance programs. Under Secretary for Farm Production and Conservation starts first with the Farm Bridge Assistance Program.
Universal Meals Program and Expanding Chinese Ag Purchases
The Agribusiness Update
Mandates such as California’s Universal Meals Program already provide funding to improve access to nutritious meals served to public-school students, and U.S. officials are seeking expanded Chinese purchases of American farm goods ahead of an expected presidential trip next month.
Clemson Lands Major Grant for Cotton Research
Southeast Regional Ag News
$11 million investment from Bezos Earth Fund aims to improve cotton from the plant up using advanced science.
Supplemental Disaster Relief
Idaho Ag Today
A second round of USDA Supplemental Disaster Relief Program payments are being issued.
Southeast Producers Get Trade Support
Southeast Regional Ag News
New funding is aimed at improving access to international markets.
A 516 Page Warning for Ag
California Ag Today
New analysis highlights urgent gaps in pest prevention funding and staffing.
Export Boost for California Agriculture
California Ag Today
New USDA investments aim to help growers expand their reach beyond U.S. borders.