…change facts. “… scientists are naturally risk-averse when it comes to public dialogue,” Myhre wrote in an essay on Guardian.com. “The verbal, argumentative skills common to professions in law, politics,…
February Garden Prep for Spring Gardening
…spring. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When weather permits, February can be a great month for getting that garden in order as you prepare for what is…
Legislation Designed to Save Pollinators Introduced in House
…in order to protect our pollinators.” McGovern says that protecting pollinators is essential to the sustainability of our nation’s food supply. Studies estimate that one of every three bites of…
The Western View: Nutria Invasion
…Citrus Industry Magazine. Check us out on the web at www.citrusindustry.net. Image credit: Nutria or coypu myocastor coypus/By Eustis Christine, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons…
Secretary Perdue Confirmed as 2018 Commodity Classic Keynote Speaker
…who was a member of the harrowing 1993 military mission in Somalia that was recounted in the movie Blackhawk Down. Learn more about the event at www.commodityclassic.com. From the National…
Canada: Trade Problems Expected with the U.S. Even if NAFTA is Signed
…bureaucrat in Canada’s Trade Ministry, noted recent U.S. moves to impose duties on Canadian softwood lumber, commercial airliners and some paper products, as examples. All were prompted by complaints from…
Former Ag Trade Negotiator Says Much Work Left on NAFTA
…she says: “There are some technical issues, like the rules of origin, that are really complicated to advance.” Vetter warns the talks could harm trade with Mexico, the top buyer…
USDA Helps Dairy and Beef Industries Reach More Domestic and Global Markets
…standards and programs. AWAP is a voluntary service for industry organizations that evaluates animal welfare standards for conformance with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Specification (TS) 34700 – Animal…
The California Kitchen: Rocky Road
…Walnuts 1/2 C Marshmallows 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…
Feeding Minds Press Will Focus on Accurate Agriculture Books for Children
…to families and educators.” More information about Feeding Minds Press and the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture can be found at feedingmindspress.com. Email inquiries may be sent to info@feedingmindspress.com….
Cattlemen Applaud Introduction of Strong Bipartisan Bill in U.S. Senate
…Mark Warner (D-Va.), Chris Coons (D-Del.), Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.), Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.), Joe Manchin (D-W.V.), Bob Casey (D-Penn.), and Tina Smith (D-Minn.). The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act…
Secretary of Agriculture Hears California Concerns at World Ag Expo
…opportunity to address Secretary Perdue with some of the concerns of the agricultural community. Before the meeting began, Secretary Perdue was made an honorary World Ag Expo volunteer and noted…
The California Kitchen: Milk Chocolate Hazelnut Cluster
…T Olive Oil 3/4 C Hazelnut’s 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…
Medicinal Plant Could Nip Cold and Flu Symptoms
Tis the season for cold and flu. Cathy Isom tells you why you need one medicinal plant in your life. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Every year…