…in advertising, consumer information, retail and foodservice marketing, export market promotion, production improvement, science and technology, swine health, pork safety and sustainability and environmental management. For information on Checkoff-funded programs,…
Seneca Valley Virus Disease Reports Increasing
…disease strikes their operation. Veterinarian Corinne Bromfield (BROM-field) says the Swine Health Information Center reported that diagnostics labs had seen more than 60 cases of the virus from January to…
South Africa Buys U.S. Sorghum, Open to U.S. Corn
…will allow imports of U.S. corn. Outreach by USGC prompted South African buyers to purchase roughly 45,000 metric tons of U.S. sorghum during the latest marketing year. South Africa’s Department…
U.S. Ag Group Signs $300 Million Algeria Deal
An Algerian company recently signed a deal with an American farm group to set up $300 million in agricultural projects in the country. Algeria’s Ag Minister says the north African…
Role of Fossil Fuels in the U.S. Food System and the American Diet
…food system was on par, in 2002, with the entire national energy budget for India and exceeded the combined energy budgets of all African nations. In addition, energy costs are…
Funding to Support Agricultural Education at 1890s Land-grant Institutions
…for African-Americans and other underrepresented student populations. This funding opportunity aligns with NIFA’s strategic goal to develop human capital, communities and a diverse workforce through research, education, extension and engagement…
Another ‘Midnight’ Regulation Dumped On Farmers
…in its comments to USDA. The provision on outdoor access, for example, is in conflict with best management practices to prevent swine diseases that pose a threat to animal and…
No Significant Impact for Giant Reed Biological Control Agent
…Rio Grande area of Texas. These infestations cause stream bank erosion, damage to structures like bridges, and a loss of biodiversity. Giant reed infestations also provide habitat for cattle fever…
China’s Pork Imports Rise Along with Production Costs
…world’s pork, but it has nevertheless become a leading importer of the meat. China first emerged as a significant importer of pork during 2007-08 when a swine disease epidemic reduced…
Pig Farmers Complying with New VFD Requirements
…regarding antibiotic use, and many discontinued using antibiotics for growth promotion years ago, while also reviewing swine medical treatment uses of antibiotics as well.” One of the key changes to…
U.S. Hogs and Pigs Inventory Up 4 Percent
…an accurate measurement of the U.S. swine industry, NASS surveyed approximately 10,500 operators across the nation during the first half of December. Data were collected by electronic data reporting, mail,…
Detector Dogs Funded to Protect Agriculture and Plants from Pests and Diseases
…mitigate and control invasive pests on Tribal lands; Giant African land snail: $2,080,000 to support ongoing eradication efforts in Florida and develop Activators and Attractants; Agriculture Detector Dog Teams: $4,451,455…
National Pork Board Statement on Discovery of Antibiotic-Resistant Gene
…a market hog, and there was no threat to food safety. As experts in swine production, the Pork Checkoff is eager to analyze the initial findings, alongside its authors, and…
Agriculture Education Helping Grow the Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers
…visit the NIFA website. Among this year’s grant recipients, Gateway Greening targets St. Louis’s economically marginalized African-American communities to support students who will pursue higher degrees in food and agricultural…