…on the interest and use of biological products. Increasing consumer demand for sustainability and a generational shift with younger farmers being more open-minded about new production approaches have pushed significant…
OSRA Signing: A ‘Big Win’ for Addressing Shipping Challenges
…the lawmakers responsible for moving the legislation through Congress. The National Milk Producers Federation and U.S. Dairy Export Council also applauded the signing and are calling for swift implementation. OSRA…
APHIS Funding for New Pest Management Projects
…and survey; targeting domestic inspection activities at vulnerable points in the safeguarding continuum; enhancing and strengthening pest identification and technology; safeguarding nursery production; conducting targeted outreach and education; and enhancing…
Almond Update: Industry Participation is Paramount for United Action
…said she has enjoyed the experience. The more than 150 almond industry members that volunteer their time play a critical role in shaping ABC efforts for helping California almond production…
Up to $65 Million to Become Available to Support Farm Employers with H-2A Workers
…activity. The pilot program will presumably expand the availability of agricultural workers, which will have a positive impact on food production and food security. USDA also noted that H-2A workers…
USDA: School Foods Offer Richest Source of Dairy in Children’s Diets
…milk, cheese, yogurt, lactose-free milk, and fortified soy milk. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020–25, recommend individuals two years and older should consume two or three cups of dairy per…
Land Fallowing Could Reach More Than 690,000 Acres Due to Drought
…production will have a significant impact on job losses. As many as 25,000 jobs could be lost as a result of the increased land fallowing due to the reduction of…
MSOB: Biological Control Becoming More Viable with Drones
…row crops and fruits and vegetables to tree nuts, vines, and greenhouse production – operate more sustainably while increasing their return on investment. For educational webinars and biological IPM programs,…
Doug McKalip Receives Significant Support as Chief Ag Negotiator
…and CEO of National Milk Producers Federation. “The position of USTR’s Chief Agricultural Negotiator plays a central role in driving trade policy and expanding overseas markets for dairy products. Doug…
Secretary Vilsack on Ukraine
…Vilsack. “My concern is that we calibrate the importance of production and profit. When I say that, I mean clearly the world is going to need more production in terms…
Celebrate Avocados in June
…production followed by Florida and Hawaii. The total value of US avocado production was $426 million in 2020 the total number of acres in production in the US is just…
New Organic Transition Initiative to Address Several Industry Needs
…Transformation Framework. USDA has acknowledged the climate and environmental benefits associated with organic production, along with the barriers to entry into the sector. The Organic Trade Association (OTA) has indicated…
MSOB: Plant Biostimulant Act Necessary for Regulatory Clarity
…crop nutrition. Marrone Bio’s portfolio of 18 products helps a wide range of growers – from row crops and fruits and vegetables to tree nuts, vines, and greenhouse production –…
Largely Positive Response to USDA’s Food Supply Chain Transformation Plan
…Food Systems Transformation Framework. The plan includes significant investment in food production, food processing, food distribution and aggregation, and markets and consumers. “NSAC believes these increased investments are critical to…