…Jim Jones, Assistant Administrator for Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention. “This was achieved by creating a unique approach tailored to specific geographic locations critical to salmon and considering the needs…
USDA Extends Dairy Margin Protection Program Deadlines
…producers bring new family members into the business, these changes could affect safety net coverage,” said Vilsack. “If our current rules hinder intergenerational changes or if improvements are needed in…
California to Host Listening Session on the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)
The California Department of Food and Agriculture will host a listening session on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Updated Proposed Rules for Produce…
Dairy Margin Protection Program Signup
…the safety net crafted in the new farm bill and it’s a dramatic difference from the MILC program because it looks at income over feed costs. Mulhern says those margins…
Almond Industry Watching Preventative Measures Revisions
The Almond Board of California was pleased to see some changes made regarding the Food and Drug Administration’s proposed rules for the Food Safety Modernization Act. Director of Quality Assurance…
Almond Board: Produce Safety Rule Revisions
…Industry Services Tim Birmingham said they were pleased with the initial revisions to the produce safety rule. Produce Safety Rule Revisions Birmingham said the comment and revision process is ongoing….
California Agriculture Leads the Nation in Funding for Specialty Crops
…food safety related projects. These projects represent an ongoing effort to address food safety practices and minimize outbreaks of foodborne illness by proactive research. The 2014 SCBGP project abstracts are…
USDA Invests Nearly $118 Million to Support America’s Specialty Crop Producers
…Block Grants support hundreds of projects that address issues ranging from food safety to research needs to increased access to fruits and vegetables, all benefiting specialty crop producers and consumers…
Merced County Farm Bureau Hosting the 3rd Annual FARM2U Day
…works within the food supply chain or with natural resources. Specific topics will include: water, plant production, livestock production, processing, nutrition and safety. For some of these students in attendance…
Raising the Bar; How Protecting You From Pesticides Has Changed
…ensure that proper safety measures are taken. The average county agricultural commissioner is expected to be current on the constantly evolving federal and state laws and regulations to educate growers…
Experts Urge Farmers to Use New Tool
When farmers choose one of the 2014 Farm Bill’s safety-net programs this winter, a new web tool can help them evaluate which program is best for them. Experts Urge Farmers…
USDA Unveils Key New Programs to Help Farmers Manage Risk
…U.S. farm programs in decades. Vilsack also announced that new tools are now available to help provide farmers the information they need to choose the new safety net program that…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Unveils Key New Risk Management Programs
…new safety-net program that is right for their business. “The 2014 Farm Bill represented some of the largest farm policy reforms in decades. One of the Farm Bill’s most significant…
USDA to Collect Data on Chemicals Applied to Vegetables
…and safety of agriculture producers, workers and consumers alike.” NASS representatives from the California Field Office will collect data for 24 target crops, including asparagus, tomatoes, onions, broccoli, melons, strawberries…