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Latest WASDE Report and American Farmland Trust Awards
American Farmland Trust recently awarded more than $1 million to 110 farmers through the Brighter Future Fund.
California Reservoir Management and Ag Groups Push AM Radio Act
Nine groups representing rural and agricultural interests wrote a letter to Congress in support of passing the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act.
Cage-Free Hens Percentage Grows and USDA Grants for School Lunches
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced two new grant opportunities plus a training and technical assistance partnership to help schools continue to invest in nutritious school meals.
California Drone Applications Easier and Tractor Sales Higher
Unit sales of four-wheel-drive ag tractors experienced a notable upswing in both the U.S. and Canada in September, closing the third quarter in a strong position.
Ag Burning Deadline in California & House Reps Push Back on EATS Act
Grape growers, facing a January, 2025, deadline to end agricultural burning, say they’re having difficulty getting burn permits from the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District.
USDA Funding for Veterans and Household Spending for Food
The USDA announced $27.6 million in grants for underserved and veteran farmers, ranchers, and foresters. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is celebrating its many successful efforts to prevent African swine fever from reaching the United States.
Mex.Tomato Antidumping Dispute and Ag Sentiment Down for Sept
The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas, which represents importers of Mexican tomatoes, recently claimed a study showed tomato prices will rise by an average of 52% if antidumping duties are imposed on imports of Mexican tomatoes.
Autonomous Ag in Salinas and 2022 Potato Summary
The USDA released the 2022 Potatoes Summary that shows potato estimates for the 2022 season.
USDA Issues $1.75 Billion for Relief and Plant-Based for Students
Merck Animal Health announced it has awarded $90,000 in scholarships to 18 bovine veterinary students in partnership with the American Association of Bovine Practitioners.
Grasshopper-Cricket Infestation and Organic Market Development Act
Congress introduced new legislation to give organic producers the tools needed to increase their capacity, reach new markets, and grow their businesses.