…serve on their local county committee. A producer must also sign a nomination form to be considered. Farmers and ranchers are encouraged to contact their local FSA office to register…
Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act Moves Forward
…farmers a leg up,” National Farmers Union President Rob Larew said in a news release. “Now that the House has taken this important step forward, we encourage the Senate to…
Ukraine Invasion Costly for Americans
…and Dandelions on Unsplash “We can help our farmers increase their yield. And even just a bushel increase in yield above and beyond what their normal baseline is, what they…
CFBF Hosts WOTUS Roundtable
…intention to rewrite the rule. It is a concern for farmers, ranchers, and agriculture groups around the nation. The government agencies agreed to allow ten regional roundtable discussions with stakeholders….
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…
OSRA Signing: A ‘Big Win’ for Addressing Shipping Challenges
…the lawmakers responsible for moving the legislation through Congress. The National Milk Producers Federation and U.S. Dairy Export Council also applauded the signing and are calling for swift implementation. OSRA…
Ocean Shipping Reform Act One Step Away from Becoming Law
…the Ocean Shipping Reform Act on a bipartisan basis, which will help lower costs for American retailers, farmers and consumers,” Biden said in a statement. “This bill will make progress…
USDA: School Foods Offer Richest Source of Dairy in Children’s Diets
Where children get the most dairy in their diet. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Cute little happy preschooler girl holding a glass of chocolate milk. DepositPhotos Image…
MSOB: Biological Control Becoming More Viable with Drones
…insectary. If you don’t have the crew to release them manually in one or two days, you’re likely to lose a lot of the product.” Drones are assisting farmers more…
Impacts of Shipping Delays Being Felt in California Dairy Industry
While it took some time for the ongoing logistical issues to fully impact California’s dairy industry, the supply chain disruptions are now taking their toll. CEO of Western United Dairies,…
General Mills Invests $3 Million to Scale Eco-Harvest by ESMC
…Blurpeace using CommonsHelper., Public Domain General Mills and Ecosystem Services Market Consortium announced a multi-year roadmap to scale Eco-Harvest. The market program by ESMC recognizes and rewards farmers for beneficial…
Survey Seeks Farmer Experience with On-Farm Conservation Programs
California farmers are being asked for their perspective on on-farm conservation programs offered by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). The Pollinator Partnership is conducting an online survey seeking feedback…
2022 Dairy Sustainability Award Winners
…Steve and Cheryl Schlangen Dairy Farm, Albany, Minnesota; which were all awarded Outstanding Dairy Farm Sustainability. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s This Land of Ours program here. 2022 Dairy Sustainability Award…
Doug McKalip Receives Significant Support as Chief Ag Negotiator
…and CEO of National Milk Producers Federation. “The position of USTR’s Chief Agricultural Negotiator plays a central role in driving trade policy and expanding overseas markets for dairy products. Doug…