…Broadband Association “USDA understands rural America like nobody else,” she said. “No other federal agency understands the needs on the ground, and how important connectivity is for rural Americans who,…
EATS Act Takes Aim at Proposition 12
…in the U.S. House of Representatives. Industry groups have expressed concern regarding the precedent that Prop 12 could set moving forward. The National Pork Producers Council, American Farm Bureau Federation,…
Lamb Board Building Local Relationships
…don’t routinely offer it. The initial 50 butchers have a chance to get selected as one of 25 “American Lambassadors” to advocate for American lamb. For information on the new…
Animal Welfare Claims on Meat Packaging to Receive Further Scrutiny
…can provide added value to certain products. USDA announced a multi-step effort to help strengthen the substantiation of labeling claims related to animal-raising. “Consumers should be able to trust that…
USDA Seeks Fiscal Year 2024 Suggestions for Plant Protection Projects
…bee. USDA photo by Scott Bauer USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks input for fiscal year 2024 Plant Protection Act funding to protect American agriculture and natural…
Week in Review: Phase 2 of LandFlex is Available & Success with Cover Cropping in Tomatoes
VP of Environmental Science and Resources at Braga Fresh, Eric Morgan said their cover cropping system in tomatoes is showing promise. President and CEO of the Almond Alliance of California,…
FSA County Committees Seeking Nominations by August 1
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting nominations to serve on county committees. More than 7,700 individuals serve on Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committees across the country. Nominations…
Citrus Breeding Research Receives Increased Federal Support
Citrus breeding efforts will be bolstered through an overall increase in citrus industry support. Congress has approved funding assistance for the Citrus Health Response Program and the HLB Multi-Agency Coordination….
Farmers Take Their Message to Washington D.C.
…D.C. to meet with lawmakers and discuss priorities for the 2023 farm bill. The American Farm Bureau Federation Advocacy Fly-In was attended by more than 150 farmers and ranchers. Agriculture…
Tentative Port Labor Agreement Reached
…CEO Dan Halstrom said that the agreement is good news for American exporters as well as overseas customers. “While the ratification process will take some time, the tentative agreement will…
Over One Million Acres Approved for General CRP Signup
More than one million acres have been approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) in the latest signup for the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP). USDA’s Farm Service Agency notes…
Farmer/Congressman Supports Dignity Act for Immigrants
…including stopping illegal immigration; providing a dignified solution for undocumented immigrants living in America; strengthening the American workforce and economy; and ensuring the United States remains prosperous and competitive in…
LandFlex Opportunities Becoming Available to More Farmers
…that are dealing with a lot of flood protection and flood mitigation issues,” said Bettencourt. “We’re looking at Pixley Irrigation District, Lower Tule Irrigation District, Mid-Kaweah GSA, and Westlands Water…
West Coast Port Slowdowns Attracting More Federal Attention
…altogether, impeding the supply chain and leaving ships and the American exports they carry sitting idle at the docks.” In a statement, ILWU International President Willie Adams disputes reports from…
