…opportunities for value-added and niche products,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack “The new Regional Food System Partnerships grants will help build a fairer, more transparent food system rooted in local…
House Passes Build Back Better Act
…making critical investments to help us combat climate change. Especially in partnership with our farmers, ranchers, foresters, and rural communities. I’m fully committed to passing the Build Back Better Act…
California to Receive More Than $5.5 Million for Conservation Projects
…On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials, including four projects and more than $5.5 million in California. On-Farm Trials projects support widespread adoption and evaluation of innovative conservation approaches in partnership with agricultural…
Wheat Industry Leaders Meet in Kansas City, Talk Shipping
…for manufacturers but also for service providers,” “That’s due in large part as shipping times from Asia to the West Coast have doubled, and transit costs have skyrocketed.” Daniel Whitley,…
Paper Clover Campaign Raises $1.3 Million for 4-H
…heartwarming to see how invested our communities are in supporting young people and their ability to participate in 4-H’s invaluable learning experiences.” During 11 years of partnership, Tractor Supply has…
USDA Emphasizes Commitment to Climate at COP26
…creating good jobs, and economic growth in the U.S. During the conference at various events, he highlighted USDA partnerships and initiatives that put agriculture, forestry, and rural communities at the…
Report: U.S. Animal Protein Needs Trade Negotiators Back at the Table
…the Phase One agreement, but the U.S. withdrawal from the Trans-Pacific Partnership cost U.S. exporters some opportunities. The report adds diversification of markets and products is vital for a vibrant…
Week in Review: Water Board Raises Fees & Water Pumping Rules Reevaluated
…Department of Transportation to address transportation challenges. Several lawmakers and agricultural organizations have expressed concern regarding a new joint operating plan for California water projects. While cotton growers have been…
New Federal-State Partnership to Address Transportation Infrastructure
A new partnership between state and federal officials seeks to bolster transportation infrastructure. Issues of transportation continue to create significant challenges in the food supply chain. Governor Gavin Newsom recently…
Build Back Better Framework Announced by President Joe Biden
…a statement. “The framework includes a multitude of investments to help rural America, including establishing the Rural Partnership Program (RPP).” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director,…
Port of Los Angeles Experiences Another Record Month for Cargo
…to last year’s figures. For ag producers, the shortage of available containers has been compounded by other delays and setbacks in transportation routes. Efforts are ongoing to attempt to remedy…
California Enters Domestic Mutual Reliance Agreement with FDA
…the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act, the Partnership for Food Protection, and the New Era of Smarter Food Safety blueprint. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director,…
USDA Investing $3 Billion to Address Multiple Agricultural Issues
…Vilsack also outlined a new climate partnership initiative. The planned investment is intended to address challenges related to drought, market disruptions, animal health, and school food supply chains. “The coronavirus…
USDA Investing $75 million in Projects with Focus on Climate-Smart Ag
The Department of Agriculture will invest nearly $75 million for 15 partner-led projects to address natural resource concerns on private lands. This year, projects funded by the Regional Conservation Partnership…