…Although GMO awareness is growing, the study says most consumers don’t seem to know that the government recently passed a GMO labeling law that goes into effect in 2018. “With…
Freedom Caucus Wants Nutrition Rules Overturned
…intended to limit antibiotic use in agriculture, the Food Safety Modernization Act rules, and new stocking requirements for SNAP food retailers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Ag Groups React to Proposed GIPSA Rules
…a grenade in the building as he abandons it.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Jeopardizing U.S. livestock producers, USDA released…
USDA Awards $3.4 Million for Research to Increase Wheat Yields
…to enhance agricultural research that supports the G20 Nations’ Wheat Initiative, benefiting U.S. farmers and consumers as well as the global community. This international partnership includes USDA’s NIFA and the…
Wheat Growers Welcome Actions on China Trade
…wheat farmer from Outlook, Montana. “Both actions call attention to the fact that when all countries follow the rules, a pro-trade agenda and trade agreements work for U.S. wheat farmers…
Christmas Tree Farms Face Balancing Act
…and snow might help to slow down foot traffic to their farm. “That way we don’t have to turn people away,” Geri Hyder said. Other California Christmas tree farmers cite…
Farm City Newsday Podcast for December 15
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe [display_podcast] Subscribe in a reader…
Conaway: China’s Predatory Practices Harming U.S. Producers
…will pursue enforcement action against China for its illegal Tariff Rate Quota administration which has harmed U.S. farm and ranch families: “Over the course of the past two years, the…
Almond Board: 2016 Almond Achievement Award
…a third generation farmer. AgNet West Farm News Director Sabrina Hill spoke with Phippen about his life as an almond grower and his plans for the future. Hear the full…
Lower Beef Prices Good for Consumers
…to favorite holiday cuts, consumers will also find good deals on lean beef cuts, such as top sirloin and strip steak. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Western Governors Vow Climate Change Fight
…the world’s food. The governors were meeting this week as part of the Western Governors Association meeting in San Diego, California. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Canada Approves Funds for Ranchers Affected by Bovine TB
…notified Canada of the bovine TB outbreak when a cow from Alberta tested positive for bovine TB at a U.S. slaughterhouse. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
USDA Rushing to Finish Organic Livestock Welfare Rule
…DeFazio said he “supports USDA’s work” on the rule and urged the White House and USDA to finalize the rule quickly. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….
Foreign Trade Negotiator Says U.S. Will Restore TPP, Eventually
…U.S. cattle industry will build due to a 13 percent tariff differential in Australia’s favor in a billion-dollar market, being Japan. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service….