…their families,” she said. And not just away from home. “The added cost of diesel fuel has hit our farmers really hard. A 300 percent cost increase in fertilizer. Many…
Zero-Emission Agricultural UTV Program Immensely Popular and Successful
…replace diesel or gasoline-powered equipment. The technology has also grown significantly in scope and ability, to provide farmers with viable replacement alternatives. “We did a demonstration project with the Air…
Newsom’s New Water Strategy: ‘Bold and Comprehensive’
…Governor’s plan recognizes the urgent need to build new and improve existing infrastructure and to streamline and improve the practicality of the regulatory processes that govern them,” Puglia noted. “Critically,…
New Push for Rural Broadband
…from costly SEC reporting requirements that were never intended for them. Senator Baldwin says reliable high-speed broadband is essential to rural families, students, and farmers. She says, unfortunately, rural telecom…
Fun Facts about Farmers Markets
…Farmers Market Week now. The number of farmers markets around the nation has grown steadily for nearly the last 30 years. According to the Farmers Market Coalition, the number of…
VofV: Grimmway Farms’ Jeff Morrison on Using Business Acumen to Direct Agtech Investments
…company’s investment is a universal concern, and he’s traveled extensively throughout Europe and Australia to learn how they have worked to solve the problems now faced by farmers in the…
Organic Livestock Standards Proposal Praised by Industry Groups
…organizations have praised the announcement to update the standards governing the living conditions, transport, and slaughter of organic livestock. “After 20 years stuck in limbo, organic animal welfare reforms are…
Farming Outreach and Education Efforts Supported with $14.5 Million Investment
…a total of $4.5 million in funding support. “Running a farm operation is tough, and we are working to help meet gaps where farmers need assistance,” Deputy Under Secretary for…
Advocate for Ag During August
…the ideal time for farmers and ranchers to engage with senators and representatives about U.S. agriculture. “We hope that farmers and ranchers will take advantage of this time to schedule…
Celebrating National Farmers Market Week
We’re celebrating National Farmers Market Week. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. This week is National Farmers Market Week and the Department of Agriculture and Agriculture Secretary Tom…
Comment Period Extended for Poultry Contracting Proposal
…comments at www.regulations.gov. We underscore that you may submit comments anonymously. USDA is taking these steps to help ensure the integrity of the Federal rulemaking process and to ensure all…
Sugar Growers Discuss Farm Bill Priorities
…than ever before to support the farmers who grow food right here in America,” he said. “That’s why Congress must continue to support strong farm and trade policies that reinforce…
COVER Act Seeks to Further Incentivize Cover Crop Implementation
…the federal level because it is easy, and it makes sense to farmers.” Through the legislation, farmers would receive a premium subsidy when enrolling in a covered insurance program and…
Discussion on Higher Input Costs
…to member interest in rising input and food costs. AAW President Heather Hampton+Knodle, moderated the event. “As farmers and ranchers, we find ourselves grappling with this market price volatility and…