…grains, oilseeds, cotton and processed products. “Increased demand for American agricultural products and expanded agricultural exports as a result of this agreement will support stronger commodity prices and increase farm…
Statement by the President on the Trans-Pacific Partnership
…leveling the playing field for American workers and businesses, so we can export more products stamped Made in America all over the world that support higher-paying American jobs here at…
Agri View: Cold Turkey
Everett Griner talks about rising turkey prices in today’s Agri View. Cold Turkey…
Meat Price Reporting Bill Sent To President
…The law requires meat packers to report to the U.S. Department of Agriculture the prices they pay for cattle, hogs and lambs and other information. USDA publishes twice-daily reports with…
Commentary: How to Comply with State Sales and Use Tax Rules
…This sales and use tax relief on most farm inputs helps farmers and ranchers be more competitive with producers in other states, because farmers in 38 other states pay no…
Farmers Report Shortage of Help to Harvest Crops
…workers at their fields,” she said. “The same is true if workers hear that another farmer is paying a slightly higher rate or that a farmer has a higher yield,…
USDA Extends Dairy Margin Protection Program Deadline
…in full by the enrollment deadline to remain eligible for higher coverage levels in 2016, premiums for 2016 are not due until Sept. 1, 2016. Also, producers can work with…
Fresno State Signs Agreement of Collaboration With University in Mexico
…Commission on the Future of Agriculture. The meeting was made possible by the Fresno Mexican Consulate and the Mexico-U.S. Bilateral Forum on Higher Education, Innovation and Research created in May…
Senate Reauthorizes Mandatory Livestock Price Reporting Without Critical Provision
…report to USDA the prices they pay for cattle, hogs and sheep purchased from farmers and ranchers for slaughter, as well as the prices they receive for the sale of…
USDA Commits $2.5 Million to Expand New Farmer Education
…businesses. Harden full interview interview 545 The grants will be awarded to nonprofits and public higher education institutions that develop proposals to improve farmer education on topics such as financial…
NRCS Partners in California Receive $2.7 Million for Conservation Innovations
…work to demonstrate and develop systems for irrigation management and scheduling, and will work with farmers to better track nitrogen inputs in their fields. The University of California Regents will…
State Legislative Session Ends in Flurry of Votes
…three times the permit fee, whichever is higher. Fines for subsequent violations could go as high as $15,000. “I understand that a single event triggered this legislation,” Gamper said. “The…
Monterey Mushrooms Awards $204,000 in Scholarships
…decision makers the tools needed to be successful and thrive in society and the workplace. Scholarships are awarded to those who pursue higher education degrees at accredited colleges, universities and…
Tight U.S. Supply Boosts Sales of Specialty Eggs
…eggs has actually dropped due to higher retail prices. Lower demand, he added, has kept eggs on store shelves amid the shorter supply. “Prices are so high that people are…