…county. Loganbill is honored by the acknowledgment but said there is some irony to his story as a fire helped put him in the position he is in. About the…
USTR Wants Renewal of Trade-Promotion Authority
…designed to benefit all Americans.” He spoke during an introduction to the USTR’s report on its annual trade agenda. The office intends to ask Congress to extend the President’s Trade…
Trump Will Impose New Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum
…different U.S. business sectors. Metal company stocks rose sharply after the midday announcement. At the same time, the announcement pushed the Canadian dollar sharply lower. While it did bounce back…
National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day
…butter. No matter how you spread it or dip it, use the hashtag #NationalPeanutButterLoversDay to enjoy and post your favorite way to eat it on social media. I’m Cathy Isom……
USDA Projecting Strong Red Meat, Poultry Exports
In spite of a strong U.S. dollar, the USDA is projecting red meat and poultry exports= to rise steadily over the next decade. The trade website, Meating Place Dot Com,…
Almond Matters: Using Drones During Bloom
…but Hull described the investment in a drone is like the investment in any other farming tool. “These systems can be used for a long time and provide a lot…
National Farm Machinery Show Sets Record
…NFMS is owned and produced by the Kentucky State Fair Board. The 2019 NFMS dates are February 13-16. For more information, visit www.farmmachineryshow.org. Image courtesy of National Farm Machinery Show….
Federal Judge Rules in Favor of Agriculture Coalition’s Request to Halt California’s ‘False and Misleading’ Prop 65 Labeling of Glyphosate
…(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…