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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering financial assistance to agricultural producers and private landowners enrolled in its Conservation Reserve Program to improve the health of their forests.

The National Potato Council’s annual Washington Summit is designed to give participants a chance to better understand and advocate for the industrys most pressing federal policy priorities. The event features speakers from the political and policy arenas who address key issues facing the potato industry, and will also include the NPC Annual Meeting.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit has begun closing recreational facilities around the Tahoe Basin for the winter season. Seasonal closures apply to many Forest Service recreation sites including beaches, campgrounds, picnic areas and National Forest roads.

First online-only grocery store gets USDA approval to start accepting SNAP benefits February 26th

Agri-Pulse is a trusted source in Washington, D.C., with the largest editorial team focused on food, fuel, fiber and farm policy coverage. Agri-Pulse presents a balanced perspective on a wide variety of issues.

With a respite from stormy weather, California farmers say they’re surveying for damage in fields and orchards, and USDAs National Ag Statistics Service announced the 2022 Census of Agriculture results.

The International Sweetener Colloquium provides an opportunity to discuss pressing issues facing the global sweetener industry.Attendees will be given the opportunity to participate in sessions with presentations from a range of speakers, addressing the latest challenges and opportunities facing the industry. Topics will cover everything from government regulation and political outlook to current research findings and market trends.

First online-only grocery store gets USDA approval to start accepting SNAP benefits February 26th

Livestock economist Steve Meyer recently voiced his concerns about a portion of Prop 12 that prohibits the use of breeding stalls.

The beef sector may claim the highest percentage of new and beginning farmers, but it faces a market challenge that could cripple growth.