Cathy Isom has a bit of history about a day to celebrate a favorite sweet or savory round dish. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Every January 23rd…
TPP Talks Continue as Canada Shows Hesitation
…of the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, also known as TPP 11, reached a basic agreement on the pact in November. But, Canada is holding out to secure…
Another Round of NAFTA Talks Getting Underway
…to be addressed, including agriculture. The talks come as Bloomberg claims the U.S. and Canada agree on 40 percent of the topics being negotiated, and that Mexico may be able…
Farmers Union Releases Priorities for Farm Bill
…four years, but devastating wildfires, hurricanes, and other natural disasters continue to punish agricultural communities,” said the Board. “Trade policies continue to promote the sale of farm products at prices…
USDA-APHIS to Review Research for Determination of Non-Regulated Status for Ultra-Low Gossypol Cottonseed
…production. Texas A&M AgriLife Research of College Station submitted the request to USDA-APHIS in accordance with the agency’s regulations. USDA-APHIS issued a Federal Register notice seeking comments on this issue….
CCOF Annual Conference to Focus on Organic Hotspots
…Topics will include partnerships between elected officials and the organic community, the role of education and research, along with the process of growing organic produce in local communities. The event…
Mexican Ambassador says NAFTA Negotiations Are Making Progress
…and other contentious issues like government procurement, which means the negotiations in Canada could be very important to the final outcome. The talks in Canada are scheduled to run from…
Former Ag Secretary says Trump Understands Importance of NAFTA
Mike Johanns Trade negotiators are gearing up for the next round of talks on the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in Canada. Some industry stakeholders are frustrated because they…
Secretary Perdue Outlines USDA Services in the Event of a Government Shutdown
…HERE (PDF, 159 KB) – the following services will remain available through AMS: Commodity Procurement; Grading and Inspection; Cotton Classing; Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act Program (PACA); Research and Promotion Board…
USDA/NIFA Announces Support for Biomass Genomics Research
…reviews all proposals accepted in NIFA’s competitive grant programs through an external peer review process in which a panel of experts from within the respective field in question takes part….
USDA Announces a Near-Record Year for Farm Loans
…original Guide. “Your FSA Farm Loan Compass” and “Your Guide to FSA Farm Loans” are available on the FSA website at www.fsa.usda.gov/dafl. Farmers and ranchers are encouraged to download and…
The California Kitchen: Heirloom Tomato Pico De Gallo
…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 Albert on: Facebook, LinkedIn: Albert J….
Ag Coalition Formed to Support NAFTA
…American Farm Bureau Federation, the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture and many various commodity groups. For more information on Americans for Farmers & Families please visit https://americansforfarmersandfamilies.com/ From…
Assistance Available to Agricultural Producers through the Conservation Stewardship Program
…also enable producers to see potential payment scenarios for conservation early in the process. Producers interested in CSP are recommended to contact their local USDA service center or visit www.nrcs.usda.gov/GetStarted….