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HIgh priority areas identified as NRCS California offers drought assistance
In the middle of California’s drought, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service is meeting with landowners, Tribal representatives, and agencies to assess resource concerns and offer assistance to farmers and ranchers, as well as, forest and... more »
Agricultural organizations demonstrate alternatives to ag burning
On June 29, Nisei Farmers League, along with other agricultural organizations, held an in-person demonstration pilot project at a vineyard in Madera County, California, to display alternatives to agricultural burning. The project is looking for... more »
Michigan ag department celebrates 100 years of service
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) marked a milestone today: the 100th anniversary of the department’s creation. Then known as the Michigan Department of Agriculture, the department was created by Act 13,... more »
‘Precision Ag and Technology in the Produce Industry’ webinar set in Georgia
The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association's July webinar, "Precision Ag and Technology in the Produce Industry," will be held virtually on July 13 at 1 p.m. Eastern. Hosted by Beth Oleson of the Georgia Fruit... more »
MiFarmLink: A one-stop shop for new farmers to find land and resources
Michigan agriculture is in transition. According to the U.S. Census of Agriculture from 2017 conducted by the USDA, nearly a third of the state’s farmers are aged 65 and over while new and beginning farmers currently make up... more »
Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition set
The 15th Annual Great Lakes International Cider and Perry Competition (GLINTCAP) is officially rescheduled for July 28-30, at the Embassy Suites Grand Rapids Downtown in Grand Rapids, Michigan Entry registration for the 2021 event will... more »
State ag secretary seeks innovative research to grow Pennsylvania industry
Pennsylvania Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding on June 30 called for research proposals on issues critical to sustaining and growing Pennsylvania's $132.5 billion agriculture industry. A total of $1.29 million is available to support eligible projects.... more »
MDARD grants include several specialty crop operations’ projects
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development on June 30 awarded Value Added and Regional Food System grants to 18 Michigan producers, processors and community development organizations. The grants are designed to help retain,... more »
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