…release. We’ve got to get the firm date from OMB on the allocation is what happens. But it is assured.” There had been concern among the agricultural community as to…
USDA Looks to Strengthen Packers and Stockyards Act
…of ensuring fair and competitive markets for the livestock, meat and poultry industries. The proposed rule, published in the Federal Register, emphasizes four criteria that would be considered when evaluating…
Spray Safe Events Provide Important Industry Information
…to talk about Paraquat, or to talk about decontamination issues. The agendas are all really quite comprehensive too, so they’ve been great events.” Several more Spray Safe events are scheduled…
New USDA Honeybee Research Facility to Focus on Pollinator Health
…and vegetable industry is facing because of the trouble that bees are having in sustaining their populations.” The research will be done in collaboration with the work already taking place…
Significant Changes to Organic Import Guidelines on The Way
…of Congress, the US Department of Agriculture will be tightening requirements for uncertified handlers. Working with Customs and Border Protection, there will now be a mandate for all imports to…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 01-21-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering a potential third round of MFP payments, the new…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 01-20-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Danielle Leal Multi-Media Journalist & AgNet News Hour Anchor Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1,…
Plants to Brighten Your Outdoor Patio Space
Cathy Isom has a bit of information about some plants to brighten up your outdoor patio space. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Plants to Brighten Your Outdoor…
‘It’s a Process’ to Develop Chlorpyrifos Alternatives
…frankly, including chlorpyrifos,” said Dolcini. “I’m really heartened by the work of the Work Group thus far and I’m certain that they’re going to come up with some great recommendations…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 01-17-20
…World Ag Expo, some reaction to the Chlorpyrifos Alternatives Workgroup roundtable meetings, and the FDA finally lifting the romaine advisory after two months. Tune in to the show for these…
Federal Agencies Launch a Unified Website for Biotechnology Regulation
…with relevant background information and other resources related to regulatory policy. The website was created under President Donald Trump’s Executive Order on Modernizing the Regulatory Framework for Agricultural Biotechnology Products,…
Creating a Backyard Tropical Paradise
Whether you have a small space, or acres of land, Cathy Isom has tips for creating a tropical paradise in your backyard. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours….
Ag Groups Respond to Senate Passage of USMCA
…States. Mexico has also ratified the agreement. The Canadian House of Commons is expected to vote on the pact in coming weeks. “We’re grateful to the many California farmers and…
Legislation Introduced to Allow CBD in Dietary Supplements
…CBD in dietary supplements comes as welcome news to farmers who were quick to begin producing hemp after the legalization of the commercial crop under the 2018 Farm Bill. Many…