Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Ajit Pai announced this week that he has circulated a draft order to his colleagues that would significantly increase funding for the Universal Service Fund’s…
Agri View: Drones Solving Agriculture Problems
…farmers as well as crop farmers. It isn’t cheap. It hasn’t bankrupt any farmers that I am aware of. Drones can spot any problems. Dead plants, dry spot, or disease….
USDA Announces $309 Million Investment in Rural Electric Utilities
…you live,” Hazlett said. “Under Secretary Perdue’s leadership, USDA is committed to being a strong partner in addressing rural infrastructure needs to support a more prosperous future in rural communities.”…
USDA Announces Producer Approval of California Federal Milk Marketing Order
…provides for the recognition of producer quota as administered by the CDFA. The entire record of the rulemaking is available at www.ams.usda.gov/caorder. Today’s Federal Register notice is available at: www.federalregister.gov/documents/2018/06/08/2018-12245/marketing-orders-milk-in-california….
Court Sides Against R-CALF in COOL Dispute
A U.S. District Court this week said alleged financial harm to U.S. beef producers was “fairly traceable” to the Department of Agriculture. A lawsuit, filed by R-CALF USA, alleged that…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Chicken
…Spice Fresh Thyme Fresh Rosemary Drizzle with vegetable oil 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…
USDA and FDA Announce Key Step to Advance Collaborative Efforts to Streamline Produce Safety Requirements for Farmers
…new step is part of an ongoing effort to streamline produce safety requirements for farmers. The joint announcement was made by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue and FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb,…
Trump Voters in Midwest States Losing Faith in Administration’s Commitment to Renewable Fuels
…it was important to them that President Trump keep his promise to defend the RFS. Find the survey online at www.biodiesel.org/. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Getting Prepared for the Bovine General Order Implementation
The first deadline associated with the General Order for Confined Bovine Feeding Operations, known as the Bovine General Order, is quickly approaching. The Central Valley Water Quality Control Board adopted…
Last Chance to Complete the 2017 Census of Agriculture
…by June 15, 2018 still have until the end of July to complete the Census online through the secure website found on the cover of their Census form. Phone follow-up…
The California Kitchen: Smoked Salmon
…1 Sprig Rosemary 1 Sprig Thyme TT Cajun Spice TT S+P For this and many more of these recipes visit: www.ajhtheuntamedchef.com Watch Albert’s Cooking Show: www.foodytv.com or stream it on…
Census of Agriculture Deadline Looming
…ranchers, ag operations, and rural communities.” For more information about the 2017 Census of Agriculture or to respond online, visit www.agcensus.usda.gov. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
The California Kitchen: Maitake Stuffed Pork Chop
…mushrooms TT S+P TT maple syrup 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…
USDA Resumes Continuous Conservation Reserve Program Enrollment
…the CRP continuous signup or CRP grasslands should contact their USDA service center. To locate your local FSA office, visit www.farmers.gov. More information on CRP can be found at www.fsa.usda.gov/crp….