…Coalition referred to the North American Free Trade Agreement (“NAFTA”) as a “bonanza for American Agriculture.” The National Chicken Council (NCC), USA Poultry & Egg Export Council (USAPEEC), and the…
Agri View: Sweet Reward
…that order. There are two genetic factors that might surprise you. The watermelon is a vegetable. In fact, a member of the gourd family. They are 92 percent water. And,…
Farmers Union Relieved by Failed ACA Repeal Vote
…We’re relieved to see such deeply flawed legislation rejected by the Senate and hopeful that Congress will return to regular order to pass impactful health care reform. “NFU looks forward…
Valuable Crops to Consider Growing
Cathy Isom tells you about some valuable crops you might want to consider growing. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Valuable Crops to Consider Growing Some of the…
China Sets Ban on Australian Beef imports
China has imposed a temporary beef ban on the products from six Australian processors. A Meating Place Dot Com report says the concern is regarding label non-compliance. Australian government officials…
EPA, U.S. Army Move to Rescind 2015 “Waters of the U.S.”
…first step in the two-step process to redefine ‘waters of the U.S.’ and we are committed to moving through this re-evaluation to quickly provide regulatory certainty, in a way that…
Apiculture Insurance Expanded to More States
…of agents is available at all USDA Service Centers and online at the RMA Agent Locator. Learn more about crop insurance and the modern farm safety net at https://www.rma.usda.gov. …
Funding for Research to Improve Livestock and Aquaculture
…help America’s agricultural enterprises thrive and meet growing consumer demand.” The Agriculture and Food Research Initiative is America’s flagship competitive grants program for foundational and translational research, education, and extension…
Folta: Ben and Jerry’s Report Work of Bad Science
…University of Florida. He teaches science communication workshops for scientists and ag professionals, and hosts the weekly podcastTalking Biotech. His research funding and cost reimbursements may be seen at www.kevinfolta.com/transparency….
Almond Board: Almond Conference Planning
…Nicolau tells us more. Listen to the report: The Almond Conference is December 5-7 at the Sacramento Convention Center. Hotel registration opens Tuesday, August 1. For more information, visit www.almondconference.com….
Antitrust Institute, NFU, Say Monsanto-Bayer Merger Puts Farmers at Risk
…notes that the merger would complete a sweeping restructuring of the agricultural biotechnology industry, creating the “Big 3” companies, where just two years ago there were six major rivals. AAI…
Tropical Fruit Contest ‘Share Mango Love’
…so many cool mango facts and recipes. You guys should definitely check it out at www.mango.org! The recipe is here: http://www.cookwithamber.com/mango-10… Enjoy! – Amber (Image courtesy of National Mango Board)…
Readout on Principals Meeting on Agriculture and Rural Prosperity Task Force
…Human Services Secretary Tom Price, Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, Housing and Urban Development Secretary Ben Carson, and Federal Communications Commission Chairman Ajit Pai. Also in attendance were representatives from the…
Add Sizzle to Your Skillet
…items. The 3-thousand-year-old horseradish plant is known as a dynamite companion to meats, such as beef, chicken, seafood and more. It is also good for you. In one tablespoon of…