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Food Inflation Surpasses Expectations with Further Increases Likely on the Way

Jim Rogers April 29, 2022 Economy, Radio Reports

The latest Food Price Outlook from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) highlights the largest inflation rate in grocery prices in more than 10 years. The figures in the report showed that …

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Experts Expect Inflation to Continue

Dan April 14, 2022 Economy, This Land of Ours

Inflation continues to rise as the Bureau of Labor Statistics reports year-over-year inflation in March was 8.5 percent. American Farm Bureau Federation Chief Economist Roger Cryan says we’re seeing the …

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President Biden 2022 State of the Union

Biden’s State of the Union Address

Sabrina Halvorson March 2, 2022 Economy, Labor and Immigration, Legislative

During President Biden’s State of the Union address, the president talked about his plan to help the nation’s economy. One subject he briefly touched on was the problems with the …

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purchasing

Some Things to Consider When Purchasing a Tractor

Dan May 11, 2021 Economy, This Land of Ours

Some things to consider when purchasing a tractor for your homestead.  That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A tractor is an incredibly useful tool. But not all tractors …

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Coronavirus Pandemic Impact on Farmers

Dan April 22, 2020 Economy, This Land of Ours

Cathy Isom fills us in about the surprising impact the Coronavirus Pandemic is having on some local farmers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Even with the current …

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Strong Demand, Leverage Shift Adds Optimism for Year Ahead

Dan February 6, 2020 Cattle, Economy, Industry News Release

Focus on consumers a requirement for continued beef industry success (NCBA) — Beef demand is strong and with U.S. cattle numbers plateauing, prices are likely to be stronger in the …

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FSA Encourages Producers to Enroll Soon in ARC and PLC Programs

Dan January 15, 2020 Economy, Funding, Industry News Release

Producers, Beat the Rush – Call Today to Make an Appointment (USDA/FSA) — USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) encourages agricultural producers to enroll now in the Agriculture Risk Loss (ARC) …

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Farmers Receive an Average of 12 Cents of Every Thanksgiving Food Dollar

Dan November 28, 2019 Economy

According to this year’s Thanksgiving edition of the annual Farmer’s Share publication from the National Farmers Union; American farmers and ranchers are receiving roughly 12 cents of every dollar that’s …

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USDA Issues Second Tranche of Market Facilitation Program

Dan November 15, 2019 Economy, Industry News Release

(USDA) — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the second tranche of 2019 Market Facilitation Program (MFP) payments aimed at assisting farmers suffering from damage due to unjustified trade retaliation …

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Another Increase in Irrigated Lands Regulatory Fees

Dan November 5, 2019 Economy, Water

Agricultural water users should be preparing themselves for even higher water bills after another fee increase related to the Irrigated Lands Regulatory Program (ILRP).  The underlying purpose for the program …

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Orchard Recycling Getting Closer to Financial Assistance

Dan October 28, 2019 Economy, Fruits & Vegetables, Industry News Release

Whole orchard recycling is a pricey practice, but financial assistance is on the way. The California Department of Food and Agriculture is looking to include the method in its Healthy …

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producers

2020 Enrollment for Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage Programs Open

Dan October 15, 2019 Economy, Industry News Release

Safety Net Program Payments for 2018 Have Started WASHINGTON (USDA/FSA-Oct. 15, 2019) — Agricultural producers now can enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs – …

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FACT Grants Available for Livestock and Poultry Farmers

Dan October 10, 2019 Dairy & Livestock, Economy, Poultry

Food Animal Concerns Trust (FACT) is now accepting applications for three different types of grants that are available for livestock and poultry farmers.  FACT awards competitive grants to independent family farmers …

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Food Animal Concerns Trust (FACT)
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USDA Announces Support for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers

Dan October 7, 2019 Economy, Funding, Industry News Release

WASHINGTON (USDA-Oct. 7, 2019) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced it will issue $16.2 million in grants (PDF) to provide training, outreach, and technical assistance to underserved and …

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