WASHINGTON, D.C., February 25, 2014—The American Farm Bureau Federation, as part of a multi-industry coalition of 636 business organizations—154 of them agriculture-related—today urged Congress to move forward with immigration reform …
California Water Situation Continues to be Bleak
Despite a couple of storms predicted for this week, the California water supply situation will remain bleak. Gary Crawford has the story. California Water Situation Continues Bleak Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …
Two Storms for California
Brad Rippey, USDA meteorologist, says that between now and the end of this weekend California will get two storms that could deliver at least some rain and snow. Two Storms …
U.S. Cattle Producers May Start Rebuilding Process in 2015, CA May Take Longer
There have been many questions as to when castle producers may start the rebuilding process with their herds. Sabrina Hill has more. Cattle Producers May Start Rebuilding Process Sponsored ContentCIR …
Sugar Producers Look to Address Issue of Foreign Subsidies
With the inclusion of a strong five-year sugar policy in the 2014 Farm Bill, the nation’s sugar producers are setting their sights on addressing the foreign sugar subsidies that make …
New Ad Campaign for the Dairy Industry
It’s been one of the most recognizable ad campaigns over the past twenty years. The “Got Milk” ad will be going away for new ads rolling out this week. The …
House and Senate Tax Leaders Pursuing Conflicting Tracts on Tax Breaks
House and Senate tax leaders are pursuing conflicting tracts on tax breaks and reform making it less likely major tax legislation will get done before the election. Pat Wolff, American …
USDA and White House Propose Ban on Junk Food Ads in Schools
USDA joins forces with the First Lady proposing a ban on the advertising of sodas and unhealthy snacks in public schools. Susan Carter has the story. USDA and White House …
New School Wellness Guidelines Info
First Lady Michelle Obama outlines the new school wellness guidelines. New School Wellness Guidelines Info Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Unlock Dairy Cow Success with Purina’s Transition StrategiesJune 2, …
Schools Adopting Required Wellness Policy
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack telling how schools are accepting the required wellness policy. Schools Adopting Required Wellness Policy Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Unlock Dairy Cow Success with Purina’s …
Allowing More Students Access to Free School Meals
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack is also encouraging all schools to sign on to the community eligibility provision of the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act giving all student access to free meals where …
Ban Lifted for Some U.S. Turkey Exports to Russia
Some U.S. turkey exporters can now send their product to Russia, after that nation lifted a ban this week. Here is Rod Bain. Ban Lifted for Some U.S. Turkey Exports …
China Needs More Than Technology to be a Top Ag Producer
China is now the world’s second largest importer of food and agricultural products, but what would it take for China to become a huge exporter? Gary Crawford has the story. …
Wheat Suffering Onslaught of Harsh Conditions
The nation’s winter wheat is suffering an onslaught of harsh conditions. Here is Gary Crawford. Wheat Suffering an Onslaught of Harsh Conditions Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Unlock Dairy …