…the Defense Production Act, the order classifies processing operations as ‘critical infrastructure’ necessary for ensuring the protection of America’s food supply. “Our nation’s meat and poultry processing facilities play an…
USDA Taking Proposals for Buy Fresh Program
…worth of fresh produce, dairy, and meats on a monthly basis through the purchase program. The goods will be used in the assembly of consumer-sized food boxes which will be…
Coronavirus Assistance Payments Expected by ‘End of May’
…our producers who’ve seen prices crash and $3 billion in the purchasing of these misalignments of supply be it produce, be it milk, or be it meat.” The bulk of…
How to Grow an Aromatic, Tasty Perennial
…added to poultry and meat dishes. It’s also a beautiful display in garden beds, as plants typically reach 12-24 inches tall with small clusters of white to yellow flowers. Lemon…
$19 Billion in Support Coming Through Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
…billion in fresh produce, dairy, and meat. The implementation of the program will involve the purchase of approximately $100 million of fresh fruits and vegetables, $100 million of dairy products,…
Dairy Struggles with Extreme Shift in the Market
…planning is not an easy undertaking. “The problem with dairy processing facilities is that they can’t just switch lines easily, sometimes it requires changing the equipment and I think that’s…
American Livestock Production Sets the Standard for Environmental Impact
…Genomics and Biotechnology Specialist at UC Davis. “A dairy cow in particular produces both meat and milk and typically a couple of calves as well. So, all of that kind…
State Department Addresses H-2A Issue with Interview Waivers
The U.S. State Department has addressed the H-2A issue that was created when the U.S. suspended routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa processing services in Mexico in response to the COVID-19…
Senate Approves Coronavirus Stimulus Bill, Bringing Agricultural Assistance
…farmers and ranchers. “Millions of producers will need help with cash flow given the rapid and unanticipated decline in commodity prices, the likely closure of ethanol processing plants, the effective…
Efforts Underway to Address Labor Concerns During COVID-19 Pandemic
…visa processing continues, to allow H-2A workers to come into the U.S. to work on farms and ranches. “USDA is taking action on this, working with the State Department and…
AFBF Outlines Coronavirus Concerns for Agriculture
…as well as maintaining stable and fair markets. AFBF called for close monitoring of production interruptions at dairy processors, meat packing facilities and other processing facilities. AFBF is also requesting…
‘We’ll all get through this, Together’: Joint Statement on Food Supplies from California Grocers Association and California Farm Bureau Federation
…and ranches, in packinghouses, processing plants, trucking firms and grocery stores, have been working diligently to harvest, pack, process, ship and stock the food and grocery products we all need….
USDA and DOL Announce Information Sharing to Assist H-2A Employers
…and contact, and the worksite address. This information will be a resource to H-2A employers whose workforce has been delayed because of travel restrictions or visa processing limitations. Employers should be aware…
USDA Continues Focus on Service During COVID-19 Outbreak
…during the Coronavirus National Emergency, services to the American people continue. Those services include but are not limited to: Food Safety Inspections Service (FSIS): Meat, poultry, and processed egg inspection…