Human and animal health experts came together in Atlanta, Georgia Nov. 3-5 to discuss issues related to antibiotic resistance and to work toward increased antibiotic stewardship in human medicine and…
Key Time to Monitor for Leaffooted Bug
…for leaffooted bug. Monitor for Leaffooted Bug Leaffooted bug caused some issues for almond growers this last season. A weather change this winter might help control those rising populations, but…
CDFA Now Accepting Proposals for the 2015 Specialty Crop Multi-State Program
…multi-state projects. Proposals must include partners located in at least two different states and address regional or national-level specialty crop issues, including food safety, plant pests and disease, research, crop-specific…
Incentives for Propane Irrigation Engines
…and many other organizations. Sponsored by the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), the Propane Farm Incentive Program is a research program that provides a financial incentive up to $5,000…
CDFA Announces 2016 Funding for the SWEEP
…An estimated $16 million will be available for competitive grant funding to provide financial assistance to implement irrigation systems that reduce greenhouse gases and save water at California agricultural operations….
USDA Announces $350 Million Available to Help Landowners
…and wetlands through more than 750 new easements. To learn about ACEP and other technical and financial assistance available through NRCS conservation programs, visitwww.nrcs.usda.gov/GetStarted or your local USDA Service Center….
Almond Board: Water Issues and Yield
…years, it will take several seasons. Almond Update: Water Issues Doll says research has shown some interesting relationships between water, canopy and yield. Doll is one of several speakers at…
FDA Issues FSMA Produce Safety, FSVP and Third-Party Accreditation Rules
…the impacts this legislation will have on the produce industry. Dr. Jim Gorny, PMA vice president of food safety and technology FDA issues FSMA Produce Safety, FSVP and Third-Party Accreditation…
WOTUS Guidance Would Result in Continued Confusion
…has been challenged in multiple district and appeals courts in lawsuits brought by many dozens of states and stakeholders across the country. The final rule’s issues are not superficial, interpretational…
AFBF Website for 2016 Presidential Candidates
…key farming and ranching issues. Helping farmers and ranchers become informed and engaged during the upcoming election is vital, and Lyon says a unified voice can prove powerful during the…
Cattlemen Urge Congress to Address Expired Tax Extenders Legislation
…on a stable and predictable tax code in order to plan purchases, make investments, and grow their businesses,” said Ellis. “Each year producers make significant financial determinations, and Congress’ failure…
FDA Issues FSMA Produce Safety, FSVP and Third-Party Accreditation Rules
…the impacts this legislation will have on the produce industry. Interview with Dr. Jim Gorny FDA issues FSMA Produce Safety, FSVP and Third-Party Accreditation rules Newark, Del. — The United…
FDA issues FSMA Produce Safety, FSVP and Third-Party Accreditation rules
The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released three final rules to implement the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA): the Produce Safety Rule, Foreign Supplier Verification Program (FSVP) Rule…
USDA Reminds Dairy Producers of Nov. 20 Deadline
…program provides financial assistance to dairy producers when the margin – the difference between feed costs and the price of milk – falls below the coverage level selected by the…