…nutrient uptake and efficiency to help promote crop quality and yield. Biofertilizers serve a similar type of purpose but provide a different approach to bolstering plant and soil nutrition. “Biofertilizers,…
ARS Scientists Improve Nutrients Adding Value to Rice Crop
…small intestine; rather, it passes through to the large intestine, where it ferments and produces beneficial metabolites. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. ARS Scientists Improve…
Week in Review: Flooding Delays Monterey Production & Lawmakers Call for Avian Flu Action
…U.S. Department of Agriculture expedite mitigation efforts. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced its intention to make significant changes to its food safety and nutrition division. National Cattlemen’s…
Price of Chicken Wings Easing in Time for the Big Games
…program here. Price of Chicken Wings Easing in Time for the Big Games Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public…
New Ways to Track COVID in Animals
…Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. New Ways to Track COVID in Animals USDA-ARS Scientists Developing New Tests, New Ways to Track COVID In Wild and Domestic Animals (USDA-ARS/WASHINGTON…
OTA on USDA Steps to Prevent Fraud in Organic Ag
…Program for the new “Strengthening Organic Enforcement Rule.” Tom Chapman, CEO of the Organic Trade Association, says the new regulation will do a lot to detect organic fraud and protect…
Improving Child Health through School Meals
…health and quality of life of America’s children by proposing gradual updates to science-based nutrition standards in school meals, recognizing school districts that have gone above and beyond in nutritional…
House Agriculture Committee Announces Subcommittee Chairs
…and commitments, proposed frameworks, agricultural export programs, and U.S. food aid initiatives; The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), and oversight including, but not limited to: cost, eligibility, workforce participation, quality…
Significant FDA Structural Changes on the Horizon
…and Applied Nutrition, Office of Food Policy and Response, as well as certain functions of the Office of Regulatory Affairs will be consolidated under the program. Groups such as the…
Wings on the Menu for the Big Game
…a year ago, according to USDA, and consumers are seeing a lot more features and promotions.” Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Wings on the Menu…
International Trade a Key Topic at Cattle Industry Convention
…reception. Before activities conclude on Friday, the Closing General Session will celebrate the Beef Checkoff-funded Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Program and BQA award winners and will feature inspirational keynote speaker…
Study Shows Rotational Grazing Adoption Varies by Region
…could include varying forage types, which may respond better to rotational grazing than others, and differing climates. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Rotational Grazing Adoption…
USDA Investment in Rural Electric Infrastructure
…grid security and reliability. Nearly half of the awards will help finance infrastructure improvements in underserved communities. USDA’s Electric Loan Program can help finance wind, solar, and natural gas plants,…
Study Adds to Proof of Health Benefits of Tree Nuts
…pressure, heart rate, and satiety in overweight/obese subjects, suggesting a broader impact of tryptophan metabolism on overall health. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land Of Ours program here. Study Adds…