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Organic Livestock Standards Proposal Praised by Industry Groups
…rule, which will level the playing field for organic producers and raise the bar so that the highest standard of care becomes the baseline.” The comment period for the proposal…
Farming Outreach and Education Efforts Supported with $14.5 Million Investment
…funds to hire accountants or tax professionals to assist, especially for new and historically underserved producers. This new initiative offers support to producers in navigating tax season. Second, we want…
Early Season Freeze Causes $30 Million in Damage for California Olives
California olive oil production has taken a significant hit as a result of the devastating freeze back in February. President and CEO of the American Olive Oil Producers Association Kimberly…
Agricultural Impacts of Inflation Reduction Act
…changing climactic conditions,” said Solutions from the Land president Ernie Shea. “But, they also recognize that as we adopt climate-smart agriculture systems and practices that help producers sustainably intensify production…
Sugar Growers Discuss Farm Bill Priorities
…suppliers for sugar.” With the Farm Bill expected to be reauthorized next year, sugar producers are advocating for sound farm safety net programs and U.S. sugar policy. “Our sugarcane and…
Almond Update: Less Than a Month Left to Apply for Seeds for Bees
…and water infiltration. First-year producers receive $2,500 worth of free seed through the program. Second-year producers receive $1,500 in seed mixes. After hitting the 12,500-acre mark last year, the goal…
Standard of Identity for Olive Oil Would Be ‘Significant Advancement’
…Oil Producers Association (AOOPA), North American Olive Oil Association, and Deoleo, the world’s largest producer. A mandatory standard would provide a more even playing field for growers, producers, and bottlers…
New NPB VP Suggests Volunteering, Talks Priorities
…president, was ecstatic to share why producers should get involved at the local, state, or national levels. He says the passion one has for the industry magnifies the story. Robert…
Sugar Alliance Meeting Underway
…pesticides, labor, and transportation have hit our producers in the field and at the factories they own. Our farmers are worried about their bottom line as we head into harvest,”…
Ag Groups Support Conservation Investments in Inflation Reduction Act
…helping more producers across our country implement conservation practices to improve their operations and make their lands more resilient to the changing climate,” said Mike Lavender, Interim Policy Director for…
Emergency Relief Program Deadline Extended Indefinitely
…2020 and 2021 disasters. Most ERP Phase One eligible producers with crop insurance received applications in May. However, there are some producers who should expect a form in the mail…
House Agriculture Subcommittee Hearing on Hemp
…Bill placed many significant burdens on hemp producers, including much higher sampling and testing fees, completing required background checks, and FSA acreage reporting, which is duplicative in nature because it…
Vilsack Visits California to Announce Local Food Purchase Agreement
…Agricultural Marketing Service has signed the agreement under the Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative Agreement Program (LFPA). “Providing access to new markets for more producers and helping more Americans experiencing…