…Program. These undergraduate and graduate students will receive a weeklong trip to Washington, D.C., capped off by their attendance at the AOF, the USDA’s largest annual meeting, held Feb. 22-23…
New ARS Food and Nutrition Research Briefs Issued
…and illustrations on the Web. And by clicking the “subscribe” link on the newsletter’s home page, readers can sign up for either of two e-mail options: They can receive the…
U.S. Ag, Equipment Companies, Benefiting from Trade with Cuba
…Cuba in November of 2017 were pegged at $21.2 million, compared to $10.59 million in November 2016, and $6.24 million in November of 2015. There were also substantial increases in…
Blue Jacket Bonanza Program Continues to Grow in Tulare County
…then awarded based on need, community service activities, leadership skills, and commitment to the FFA program. Blankenship, who received her FFA jacket during her freshman year of high school, remembers…
Farm Bureau Statement on WOTUS Jurisdiction Decision
…the unlawful and dangerous 2015 WOTUS rule while the agency considers whether to permanently repeal that rule. AFBF is considering its options to avoid application of the 2015 rule while…
USDA Announces Plenary Speakers for the 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced speakers for the 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum (AOF), to be held Feb. 22–23, 2018, at the Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel in Arlington, Va….
Agri View: FFA Strong Leadership
…2017-18 National FFA Officer Team Elected at 90th National FFA Convention & Expo National FFA President: Breanna Holbert, California National FFA Secretary: Erica Baier, Iowa National FFA Central Region Vice…
Canada Launches WTO Trade Disputes Against U.S.
…claims by Canada are “unfounded,” and could “lower U.S. confidence that Canada is committed to mutually beneficial trade.” The 32-page complaint focuses on technical details of the U.S. trade, including…
Farmers Are Becoming Less Optimistic About the Future
…and the second-highest number since the survey began collecting data in October of 2015. Optimism has especially dipped in future financial expectations. The share of farmers expecting better financial conditions…
Idaho “Ag-gag” Law Dealt a Blow in Court
…requires anyone who violates it to pay restitution directly to the business. A federal judge ruled the Idaho law was unconstitutional in 2015, which was then appealed. Court documents say…
USDA/NIFA Announces Support for Crop Breeding Research
…barriers to crop breeding in highly innovative and transformative ways. Applicants are required to submit a two-page summary to be considered for a full proposal submission. Emphasis should be on…
USDA Wants More Done to Combat Crop Insurance Fraud
…their claims after a review. In 2015, those lowered claims saved about $61 million. However, the USDA says the Risk Management Agency needs to expand its use of the data…
CDFA Awards Funding to Support Ag Education Through California Agriculture License Plate Program
…Interest Plate (CalAgPlate) grant program. Projects funded include continued support California’s statewide Future Farmers of America (FFA) program, mobile educational exhibits, local farm days for students, agricultural activity centers at…
No Link Between Small Wild Birds and Rodents to 2014-15 HPAI Outbreak
A study by Iowa State University found no evidence that small wild birds and rodents were possible sources of the avian influenza virus that decimated Iowa poultry flocks in 2015….
