…integrity and an unwavering desire to improve the quality and timeliness of agricultural statistics. Richard D. Allen dedicated his career to NASS, the statistical community, and U.S. agriculture. As NASS…
Oroville Dam: Evacuation Order Disrupts Farming in Affected Area
…damage. “Right now, there’s standing water in orchards,” she said. “Almond bloom has started. It’s in the very early stages. These sunny days in between these rainstorms get bees really…
Ag Groups Respond to Pruitt Confirmation
…is very, very important.’ We could not agree more. We look forward to working with Mr. Pruitt to ensure the RFS remains on track with strong, annual obligations that follow…
EU To Begin Trade Talks with China
…U.N. in the past, while Russia completely bypassed the U.N. in securing a cease-fire in Syria. China and the European Union hold a summit every year and while a specific…
Congress Reintroduces Legislation to Cut Red Tape For Conservationists
…Improving Access to Farm Conservation Act on Monday, Feb 13. House Agriculture Committee members Ann Kuster, D-N.H., and Rick Crawford, R-Ark., introduced the House companion bill Thursday (February 16, 2017)….
The California Kitchen: Boston Cream Pie
…Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on Roku, Amazon Fire, Google TV and apple TV Follow Albert on: Facebook, LinkedIn: Albert J. Hernandez the Untamed Chef IG: untamedchef777…
House Agriculture Committee Approves Two Measures
The House Agriculture Committee approved two measures regarding the regulation of pesticides. H.R. 953, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act, would clarify Congressional intent regarding pesticide regulation in or around waters…
Almond Board: Commitment to Research
…Grant program. “This investment continues California’s ongoing innovation in agricultural water use efficiency,” said CDFA Secretary, Karen Ross. “Farmers involved in this program are making positive on-farm changes to reduce…
High Fructose Corn Syrup Use Declining in U.S.
…HFCS-42. USDA says HFCS-55 contains 55 percent fructose and is used primarily in soft drinks, while HFCS-42, which contains 42 percent fructose, is used in a broader range of goods,…
The California Kitchen: Abuelita Chocolate Truffle
…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 Albert on: Facebook, LinkedIn: Albert J. Hernandez the…
USDA Seeks Sorghum Board Nominating Organizations
…1996. The board administers a coordinated program designed to expand foreign and domestic markets and uses for sorghum. Membership comprises sorghum producers and sorghum importers. The Secretary appoints board members…
Copper Sulfate Kills Fungus on Fish Eggs
…gills or skin of fish and eventually kills them. Read more about this research in the February 2017 issue of AgResearch magazine. ARS is USDA’s chief in-house scientific research agency….
USDA Seeks Nominators to American Lamb Board
…the individuals served by its industry and is seeking additional nominating organizations to ensure a diverse set of candidates is nominated for all research and promotion boards. For additional information…
Conaway Praises New Initiative Aimed at Clarifying Product Date Labels
…and retail industries tackling this issue head on. Not every issue warrants a legislative fix, and I think this industry-led, voluntary approach to standardizing date labels is a prime example.”…