…on-farm food safety certification, the FSCSC program will support fair, transparent food systems rooted in local and regional production and provide small-scale producers a real opportunity to bring home a…
Alarm Raised Over Potential Impact of Proposed SEC Rule
…not include location data. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) has also raised concern about the proposed SEC rule and how it projects to impact dairy production. In submitted comments,…
Drought Affects Nation’s Honeybees
…sugar syrup that we had to buy.” He said his honey production is far lower this year than normal. Other areas in the nation that don’t have to deal with…
Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act Moves Forward
…the vote was primarily decided among party lines with the majority of Republicans in opposition. “Democrats have neglected to take serious action to incentivize increased American production. In fact, we…
Ukraine Invasion Costly for Americans
…pass. Photo by James Baltz on Unsplash Experts say all of this makes U.S. and European moves to boost overland Ukraine grain shipments and Western production critical. Photo by Evergreens…
MSOB: Biological Industry Continues ‘Tremendous Growth’
…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…
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…
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,…
Week in Review: Insects Considered Endangered ‘Fish’ and ACP Protocols Proving Successful
…with assessment collection. As much as $300 million will be made available through a new Organic Transition Initiative from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. A recent econometric study conducted by…
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…
Organic Industry Survey Shows $1.4 Billion Sales Growth in 2021
Information from the latest Organic Industry Survey from the Organic Trade Association (OTA) shows the industry continues to grow. According to the report, organic sales grew by $1.4 billion, surpassing…