…by USDA. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service has announced the 2022 Borlaug Fellows. Since 2004, the Norman E. Borlaug International Agricultural Science and Technology Fellowship Program has promoted agricultural productivity, food…
Removing Barriers to Meet Growing Demand for Food
…rates, and reliable service. This story was contributed by the NAFB. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here. Removing Barriers to Meet Growing Demand for Food Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent /…
House Agriculture Hearing on Credit for Farmers
…from this grand occupation have the tools necessary to continue to produce the food and fiber that we rely on for our existence.” He said agriculture is a capital-intensive industry,…
California Industry Members Participate in Philippines Trade Mission
…beneficial results to help expand trade, increase collaboration on key issues impacting agriculture in both our countries, and ultimately strengthen Philippine food security. We have a diverse group of U.S….
Popcorn’s Effects on Gut Microbiomes
…are few, if any, other places in the world where corn breeders are actively collaborating not only with food processors and microbiologists but physicians.” While the Nebraska Food for Health Center…
Lawmakers and Industry Groups Call for Farm Labor Solutions
…fewer options at the grocery store, threatening food security and availability,” International Fresh Produce Association CEO Cathy Burns said in a news release. “Any threat to the availability of fresh…
Investment of More Than $14 Million to Support Ag Workforce Training
…Research, Education and Economics and USDA’s Chief Scientist, Dr. Chavonda Jacobs-Young said in a press release. “Food insecurity and food system interruptions have hit underserved communities hardest during the ongoing…
Over Three Million Acres Accepted in Grassland CRP Signup
…enhance one another. Through all our working land conservation programs, farmers and ranchers play a critical role in helping secure the future of both our food production and our natural…
USDA Helping Issue Child Food Benefits for Summer
…summer while schools are out,” says Cindy Long, administrator of the USDA’s Food and Nutrition Service. “Child food benefits can bridge the gap and help families provide the nourishment their…
California Producers Describe Needs During Farm Bill Listening Session
…degrees from and go on and be a part of putting food on America’s dinner table.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content…
World Food Prices Fall in June
…the United Nation’s food agency says those prices are close to record levels set in March. The Food and Agriculture Organization’s food price index tracks the most globally-traded food commodities,…
Optimism for Managing Black Fig Fly in California
…California personnel are working with the California Department of Food and Agriculture to learn more about the pest. Sayer noted that it seems that they have made quite a bit…
Ag Groups Call for Swift Confirmation of New Chief Ag Negotiator
Doug McKalip Courtesy of USDA A coalition of almost 100 American food and agriculture organizations called for the prompt confirmation of Doug McKalip as the Chief Agriculture Negotiator in the…
Farm Bureau Foundation Awards Ag Literacy Grants
…in the everyday lives of all Americans. Daniel Meloy, Foundation Executive Director, says, “Agricultural literacy programs like the ones selected for grants are inspiring students to understand where their food…