By Fred Gale, USDA Economic Research Service Abstract: China has become a leading importer of pork as its hog production costs have grown. China-U.S. comparisons show that hog producers in…
The California Kitchen: BBQ Baby Back Ribs
…get the cooking directions, listen to today’s California Kitchen from AgNet West. AgNet Football For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or…
National Chicken Council Calls for Balance between Animal Care, Environmental, Economic Impact in Chicken Production
…the growth cycle, compared to current industry average for all birds of approximately 61 grams per day. This means that in order to reach the same market weight, the birds…
Almonds, Walnuts Unite in Northern California
Two annual meetings, one for walnuts and one for almonds, will be combined for the first time this year in Northern California. The Butte and Glenn County Almond and Walnut…
Analysts Watching Ending Stocks in Thursday USDA Reports
…Com article says forecasts regarding the reports look bearish. “We expect growing balance sheets for corn and soybeans as a combination of reduced feed, lower corn exports, and rising soybean…
Pig Farmers Complying with New VFD Requirements
…National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: National Pork Board Pig Farmers Very Aware of and Complying with New Antibiotic Rules Survey found 95 percent ready for full compliance…
The California Kitchen: Portabella Crostini
…2 2017 For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire, Google TV and apple TV Follow…
E.M. Tharp and World Ag Expo Scholarship Available
…a company that values agricultural education as much as we do.” Download the application online at: www.worldagexpo.org/scholarships. Send completed applications to: International Agri-Center, “We Believe in Growing” Scholarship, 4500 South…
Applicants for Annual Scholarship Program Sought
…must have completed at least one year of post-high school education. An individual may only receive the scholarship once. To apply for the scholarship, applicants must: Be a member of…
USDA Seeks National Mango Board Nominees
…importers to represent District 2, which includes the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) ports of entry of Mobile, Ala.; Chicago, Ill.; New Orleans, La.; Detroit, Mich.; Minneapolis and Duluth,…
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announces Board Appointments
…1, 2017, and will end on Dec. 31, 2019. The new member for District 6 will complete a two-year term beginning immediately. Newly appointed members are Cody Smith of Bruceville,…
Long Irrigation Aids Phytophthora in Walnuts
…one long set that runs for 48 hours or more, which I have heard some growers say they do sometimes.” Get more information on crown and root disease at SacValleyOrchards.com….
Smithfield Cutting Back on Gestation Crates
…committed to providing good food in a responsible way and maintains robust animal care, community involvement, employee safety, environmental and food safety and quality programs. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com….
Entrepreneurs Share Insights for Taking on Investors
Building networks, understanding the capital needs of your business and being flexible to deal with the unexpected are critical components for success in seeking investors in a start-up company. These…