Despite Controversy, Most Major Ag Groups Support Sam Clovis’ USDA Nomination Posted by Carol Miller|July 26, 2017 Most of the major agricultural associations are coming out in support of President Donald Trump’s nomination of Sam […]Read More
Wilbur-Ellis Showcases Investment in the Future of Agriculture Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 17, 2024
Working To Protect Spinach Against New Strain of Downy Mildew Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024
Kiwiberry Breeding Scientist Earns Innovator of the Year Award Posted by Growing Produce Staff|May 16, 2024
USDA Angers California Lemon Growers Posted by David Eddy|May 5, 2017 Industry leaders extremely disappointed by Argentine lemon rule.
Perdue Sworn in as Ag Secretary Posted by Christina Herrick|April 26, 2017 USDA launches Twitter account to help promote the industry.
Ban Lifted on USDA News Releases Posted by Christina Herrick|January 25, 2017 Acting USDA deputy administrator says the practice is typical with new administration changes.
Funding Available to Improve Ag, Food Sciences Facilities at Land Grant Schools Posted by Rosemary Gordon|January 19, 2017 USDA announces $18.9 million for ag education at 1890s land-grant colleges and universities.
Walnut Acreage Grows At Double-Digit Pace By Brian Wallheimer|June 22, 2016 Walnut acreage in California is continuing its rapid growth with 2015 estimates at 365,000 acres, according to the […]
$16.8 Million In Grants Awarded To Encourage Healthy Food Purchases For SNAP Participants Posted by Rosemary Gordon|June 14, 2016 Grants support community partnerships that also benefit regional food producers, local economies, and SNAP participants.
$8.7 Million Available In Risk Management Education Funding Posted by Rosemary Gordon|May 6, 2016 The funds are for programs to help underserved growers and ranchers to learn how to manage long-term risks and challenges.
USDA Offers New Loans For Portable Farm Storage, Handling Equipment Posted by Rosemary Gordon|May 2, 2016 Portable equipment can help producers, including small and local farmers, get products to market quickly.
California Almond Acreage Up 6% Posted by Brian Wallheimer|May 2, 2016 The increase follows a trend in which acreage has doubled in the last 20 years.
USDA Unveils New Urban Agriculture Toolkit Posted by Rosemary Gordon|May 2, 2016 For urban farmers and agribusiness entrepreneurs, the toolkit is an electronic document that helps users navigate more than 70 resources, including technical assistance and financing opportunities.
USDA Establishes New Partnership To Link Underserved Growers To Farm Service Agency Programs Posted by Rosemary Gordon|April 28, 2016 Minority, women, new and beginning, military, veteran, and urban producers to receive training and information on agency services.
Food Safety Training Grants Available Posted by Rosemary Gordon|April 19, 2016 USDA announces $4.7 million available in grants for food safety training, outreach, and technical assistance.
USDA Report: Melon Consumption Increased In 2015 Posted by Rosemary Gordon|April 18, 2016 Melon imports continue to gain market share in the U.S., increasing to a new high – about 39% of the total melon supplies for domestic consumption.
USDA Funds Available To Growers To Develop And Expand Markets Posted by Rosemary Gordon|April 9, 2016 USDA seeks applications for grants to help agricultural producers increase the value of their products.
USDA To Team Up With Veterans, Beginning Farmers Posted by Rosemary Gordon|November 11, 2015 The partnership will provide agricultural credit training and expand opportunities for farmer veterans and beginning farmers.
USDA Fruit and Vegetable Program Changes Name to the Specialty Crops Program Posted by Christina Herrick|September 26, 2015 USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) recently changed the name of the Fruit and Vegetable Program to the Specialty […]
FDA To Hold Public Meeting On FSMA Preventive Controls For Human And Animal Food Final Rules Posted by Christina Herrick|September 26, 2015 USDA’s FDA announced a public meeting to offer the opportunity for discussion on the recently finalized rules on […]
Apples, Lettuce Among Top Organic Crops Produced Posted by Christina Herrick|September 22, 2015 Survey says sales, production increasing.
USDA Expands Crop Insurance Options For Fruit And Nut Growers Posted by Christina Herrick|July 24, 2015 The USDA announced the expansion of crop insurance to provide additional options for fruit and nut producers. The […]