…Livestock Gross Margin insurance program. An option that will allow producers to receive a 25-percent discount on their premiums if they lock in their coverage level for the entirety of…
Environmental Footprint of California Livestock Often Gets Inflated
While livestock production does contribute to emission levels, the fact that California is a global leader in production efficiency and sustainability can sometimes be lost in the conversation about animal…
Bayer to Sell Animal Health Unit
…Because of these priorities, we are convinced that Bayer is no longer the best owner for Animal Health.” Bayer Animal Health has had a significant presence in the livestock and…
Almond Board Invests $6.8 Million in Research
…Biocomposites. USDA-ARS, Western Regional Research Center[1] – Almond shells have traditionally been used as livestock bedding. This research explores how almond shells, transformed to a charcoal-like powder through a process…
Cell-Cultured Meat Products to Be Regulated by Both USDA and FDA
…regulatory oversight responsibility comes after significant public feedback and months of debate. After the most recent public meeting in October, regarding the use of livestock and poultry cells in the…
Cattlemen, Sheep Producers Urge Senate Action
…the Obama Administration in 2011 and 2012. Prior to today’s vote, PLC, NCBA, and ASI, along with 37 additional livestock and agriculture organizations, sent a letter support for the bill…
Farm Bureau Establishes Disaster-Relief Fund
…Fund. The fund will accept monetary donations dedicated to feeding, housing and maintaining livestock displaced by the fire that are being cared for at the Butte County Fairgrounds. For more…
Important Industry Insight Offered at Latino Farmer Conference
…of crops or livestock.” The Latino Farmer Conference featured breakout sessions which included information on soil management, irrigation efficiency, new technologies, as well as the business side of the industry in…
Tackle Those Garden Pests Now
…you have livestock, such as chickens. They will eat all those bug larvae, bug eggs, and bugs that are hiding. Healthy soil means healthier plants, and healthy plants are less…
California FFA Partners with California Livestock Auction Marketing Association Benefiting Local Chapters
This week consignors at California livestock auctions can opt to donate some of their proceeds to the California FFA organization. The donations will go to several initiatives statewide at local…
2018 Ventura County Farm Day
Farms and ranches in Ventura County are welcoming community members to take the day exploring their farming operations. The self-guided tours provide the community a chance to learn about livestock…
USDA Announces Early Release of Select Commodity Tables
…post online tables containing long-term supply, use, and price projections to 2028 for major U.S. crops and livestock products and will include supporting U.S. and international macroeconomic assumptions. The short-term…
China Blames Food Scraps for ASF Outbreak
…also said it will set up a registration system for vehicles transporting live hogs, poultry and other livestock to control the spread of the disease. Source: National Association of Farm…
NCC Says USDA Must Take Part in Regulation of Cell-Cultured Meat Products
…Administration (FDA) on the use of cell culture technology to develop products derived from livestock and poultry. “As these new technologies are being explored, it is critical that they receive…