…projects that the elimination of immigrant labor in California could cause between $1.73-3.12 billion in short-term agricultural production losses. US Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack talks about how important ag labor…
White House Report on Immigration Reform
Arturo Rodriguez A White House report projects that the elimination of immigrant labor in California could cause between $1.73-3.12 billion in short-term agricultural production losses, a significant portion of the…
Vilsack and CA Ag Leaders on the Importance of Commonsense Immigration Reform for California’s Economy
…and grow the agriculture economy. A White House report projects that the elimination of immigrant labor in California could cause between $1.73-3.12 billion in short-term agricultural production losses, a significant…
USDA Announces Effort to Cut Energy Costs for Farmers, Ranchers, Rural Small Businesses
…jobs and help America become more energy independent. When small rural businesses and farmers cut their energy costs with cleaner and more efficient energy, we are both helping their bottom…
Citrus Industry This Week: Coping with HLB; Thermotherapy; Labor Update
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes information from CRDF on greening, a report from the citrus thermotherapy field day and a labor update. Want to learn…
USDA Announces Additional Support for Small and Midsized Farmers and Ranchers
…of Vermont was awarded $499,662 to research how to improve the quality of labor management decisions for small and medium-sized farm operators. A full list of awardees and their projects…
USDA Video: Milk Production Research at USDA
USDA’s Agricultural Research Service is doing innovative research to help farmers get more production from livestock for less cost.For more information:www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahomehttp://www.ars.usda.gov/main/site_mai……
USDA Announces Specialty Crop Block Grant Program-Historic Farm Bill Support Available through State Departments of Agriculture
…children and adults, Improving efficiency within the distribution system, Promoting the development of good agricultural, handling and manufacturing practices while encouraging audit cost-sharing for small farmers, packers, and processors, Supporting…
Sign-Up Begins Today for USDA Disaster Assistance Programs Restored by Farm Bill
…documentation of labor and equipment used to plant or remove eligible trees, bushes, or vines. Producers have three to nine months to apply depending on the program and year of…
California Ranked at Bottom of Agribusiness Friendliness Index
…climate. The government showed while we are top for labor availability, agribusinesses in California face more ballot initiatives than any other state as well as many other challenges to agribusiness…
USDA Provides Farm Bill Funding for Pest and Disease Management Programs
…stakes for stopping invasive species are high, with scientists estimating the total economic cost of all invasive species to be approximately $120 billion annually. “Invasive pests cause billions of dollars…
USDA Research Causes Modifications in Poultry Sampling for Avian Influenza
Thanks to USDA research, modifications in poultry sampling for Avian Influenza means improved efficiency and cost savings. Rod Bain has the report. USDA Research Causes Modifications in Poultry Sampling for…
Change in Policy on Fumigant Puts Farmers in Bind
…and they say the latest limits on the product erode their ability to produce their crops. “Food costs are going to go up,” said David P. Souza, a sweet potato…
Growing Pains for National Organic Program
…250% since 2002 which was the first year of the program. The cost of certification is a problem for some organic producers as is all the paperwork involved, but the…