…(p. 17) “[Given] the heavy weight of evidence in the record that glyphosate is not in fact known to cause cancer, the required warning is factually inaccurate and controversial.” (p….
Still Time to be Counted in the 2017 Census of Agriculture
…policy, disaster relief, insurance or loan programs, infrastructure improvements, or agribusiness setup. There is accuracy and strength in numbers, which is why NASS is committed to giving producers every opportunity…
Support for Farmers with Disabilities Through Innovative Technology
…the funding opportunity for details. NIFA’s mission is to invest in and advance agricultural research, education, and extension to solve societal challenges. NIFA’s investments in transformative science directly support the…
Confirmation of Northey for USDA Applauded
…Resources Conservation Service and Risk Management Agency. “Under Secretary Northey is a champion of agricultural stewardship, which the U.S. cotton industry thoroughly supports,” NCC Chairman Ron Craft said. “The U.S….
Agri View: Pickup Truck
…makers out of Detroit. This year, all three major builders are showing newly designed models. And, they are not necessarily designed for farmers. No. It isn’t for farmers anymore. It…
NRCS Invites Proposals for 2018 Conservation Innovation Grants
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in California is now accepting proposals for its Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) program. Up to $375,000 is available for one- to three-year grants. The…
Changes Made to H-2C Immigration Bill
A bill proposed by Virginia Republican Representative Bob Goodlatte would scrap the current H-2A program which is partly controlled by the U.S. Labor Department. It would institute an H-2C program…
CalAgJobs Fundraising Efforts to Benefit California FFA
…connect agricultural employers in California with qualified potential employees. CalAgJobs was recently awarded a USDA grant to promote specialty crops, allowing the company to host free internship listings. “The idea…
USDA Seeks Ideas to Help SNAP Participants Become Independent
…(SNAP). The public is invited to provide input through a notice in the Federal Register. Comments can be submitted on the web through the Federal Register tomorrow. USDA intends to…
CFBF Seeks Alternatives to AG Act
…employees. Now before Congress, H.R. 4760, the Securing America’s Future Act, would fund a border wall and address internal immigration enforcement and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. It…
The Western View: Feile Parkfield
…web page at www.feileparkfield.com – that’s spelled F E I L E parkfield dot com. I’m Len Wilcox and that’s the Western View from AgNet West and Citrus Industry magazine….
Celebrating National Margarita Day
…the margarita was created. No matter which you enjoy it today, use #NationalMargaritaDay to post on social media. Remember, always drink responsibly and never drink and drive. I’m Cathy Isom……
UCCE to be a Leader in Climate Change Awareness and Education
…the Climate Change Program Team very useful,” Mitchell said. “I will be consciously using these in extension education when I can.” Climate communication UC California Institute for Water Resources academic…
Agri View: Food Consumption Study
…so it is with other farm products. It has little impact on you and me. But, here it goes. If our Department of Agriculture is right the average consumer will…