…and Certification Program by Feb. 4, 2022 and the Spot Market Hog Pandemic Program by Feb. 25, 2022. More Information RMA staff are working with AIPs and other customers by phone, mail and electronically…
Secretary of Transportation on HOS Regulations for Livestock Haulers
…they had extended the waiver for commercial truckers from the Federal Hours of Service (HOS) regulation until Feb. 28, 2022. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in March 2020 the FMCSA…
Industry Engagement Encouraged for Proposed WOTUS Revision
…Groups such as the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) are encouraging industry members to submit comments on the proposal before February 7. “We must help policymakers and the public understand…
USDA Outlines Long-Term Strategy for Addressing Wildfire Crisis
…In 2020, 2017, and 2015, more than 10 million acres burned nationwide, an area more than six times the size of Delaware. In the past 20 years, many states have…
FDA Holding Public Meetings on Proposed Changes to Produce Safety Rule
…provisions of FSMA. The upcoming meetings are meant to support public evaluation of the proposed rule to encourage community feedback. The first virtual meeting is scheduled for Monday, February 14 beginning at…
Applications Still Being Accepted for HSP Incentives Program
…Applications will be accepted until February 25, or until the funding is exhausted. The HSP Incentives Program provides support for growers and ranchers to implement conservation management practices that sequester…
Mixed Response to Biden’s Meat Industry Action Plan
…and ranchers want a fair shake. The joint initiative between USDA and the Department of Justice to create an online portal to report competition law violations, and efforts to strengthen…
Almond Update: Wrapping Up 2021 With A Successful Almond Conference
…water outlook is looking like in California throughout the growing regions.” ABC will be making the educational sessions available online. Listen to Bailey’s interview below. About the Author Brian German…
Start the New Year with New Year’s Garden Resolutions
…Take a gardening course, either online or in person. Invite local wildlife into your yard by adding a bird bath. Or, get involved with a local community garden or garden…
Concerns About Proposal to Replace Forklifts With Zero-Emission Equipment
…industry groups such as California Farm Bureau Federation, California Fresh Fruit Association, California Citrus Mutual, and California Strawberry Commission were also in attendance. The next workshop related to a zero-emission…
Potential Amendments to Conservation Management Practices
…purpose behind the proposed changes relates to PM2.5. Isom testified at a recent workshop, highlighting concerns as the rule development process for any changes begins. “Our comments focused on the…
Sustainable Options for that Holiday Tree
…or twice and can be relatively easy to find at thrift stores or the various online outlets, such as eBay, or Craigslist. Or, you might consider the unconventional route using…
Upcoming Survey for Farmers and Ranchers
…as a research report in the Education and Outreach section next year. Producers can respond online at www.agcounts.usda.gov or by mail. The deadline for response is Jan. 18, 2022. To get more information about…
USDA Launches Loan Guarantee Program to Create More Market Opportunities, Promote Competition and Strengthen America’s Food Supply Chain
…U.S. food supply chain. USDA is accepting electronic applications from lenders through the Food Supply Chain Online Application System until funds are expended. Paper applications will not be accepted. To access the…
