…buyers’ missions, trade shows, and in-country meetings go a long way toward promoting U.S. agricultural trade.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content…
U.S. Dairy Groups Call for Reform of Canada’s Administration of TRQ
…International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) issued a joint letter detailing their concern. The groups assert that Canada is not fulfilling its obligation for fair market access under the U.S.-Canada-Mexico Agreement…
Food Traceability Proposed Rule Raises Concerns from Industry Members
…to accomplish it. Using a Global Trade Item Number and lot numbers could prove to be a more effective method for traceback activities. “It’s one phone call and you bounce…
Week in Review: Port Issues Being Addressed and H-2A Reform Legislation Introduced
…have recently reintroduced legislation to provide cattle producers with more pricing information and ensure appropriate regionally negotiated cash trade. Researchers are evaluating alternative methods for addressing tadpole shrimp which can…
ARS Launches New Project to Engage the Next Generation of Researchers
…pathways in agricultural science and other STEM-related fields. A pilot phase of the project will begin in the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences. The program will include virtual seminars,…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-10-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Secretary Vilsack’s thoughts on trade with China post-Trump, a…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
Lawmakers have recently reintroduced legislation to provide producers with more pricing information and ensure appropriate regionally negotiated cash trade. U.S. Senators Deb Fischer and Ron Wyden have introduced the Cattle…
Budget Hearings to Consider UC Funding Restoration
…the fiscal year 2020-21 would be undone. Funding for the fiscal year 2021-22 would be restored to pre-COVID levels. The agreement to restore the funding is still yet to be…
Agricultural Burning in the San Joaquin Valley Officially Set to End in 2025
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) voted to approve the plan to end agricultural burning in the San Joaquin Valley. CARB established January 1, 2025, as the absolute end date…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
…said PMA Chief Science Officer, Max Teplitski . “PMA sees it as our responsibility to ensure just that, in collaboration with environmental groups, trade associations and non-profits, we will help…
Farm City Newsday 1,000 Episodes Celebration Continues with PureCrop1
The month-long celebration of the 1,000th episode of the Farm City Newsday podcast continues with the help of PureCrop1. As a long-standing partner with AgNet West, PureCrop1 is participating in…
Partnership Looks to Enhance Organic Conservation Practices
A new three-year partnership is aimed at helping expand the implementation of organic conservation practices. An agreement was recently made between the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service…
Forecasted Drop in Cotton Acreage Attributed to Uncertainty Ahead
…McKean explained that recent trade wars have also raised concern about how the new administration will be addressing trade issues. For California producers in particular, water remains one of the…
State of Organic Produce 2020 Report Released by OPN
…groups such as the Organic Trade Association, Organic Farming Research Foundation, and California Certified Organic Farmers. Association leaders highlight some of the work performed over the year aimed at advancing…