…moves forward with an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR). The goal is to implement a more scientifically-sound process for the development of new technologies that will benefit American farmers…
The Western View: Celebrating Christmas 2020 Style
…further apart at a time when we need to be closer. You know,, we didn’t always celebrate the season of Christmas; its an American tradition that came about during an…
Agricultural Groups Pleased with Latest Stimulus Package
…rural Americans,” American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall said in a news release. “Farmers who were left out of previous aid packages or whose losses were far more devastating…
Counties Impacted by Wildfire Eligible for Emergency Conservation Program
…Conservation Program (ECP). FSA is holding a 60-day sign-up window that will close on January 28, 2021. The ECP is designed to help with the cost to restore damaged farmland to…
Fruit-Bearing Plants ajnd Trees to Attract Birds to Your Yard
…shrubs in your landscape, they will attract berry-eating birds such as bluebirds and robins while also creating a beautiful display with their flowers, fall & holiday colors, and fruits. American…
Registration Open for 2021 AFBF Virtual Convention
Registration is open for the 2021 American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Virtual Convention. The 102nd annual convention will be held January 10-13. Registration fees are being waived for the first…
International Market Looks Positive for U.S. Beef Moving Forward
It appears that the market looks promising for American beef products moving into 2021. The U.S. Meat Export Federation is estimating an increase of approximately 10 percent in exports next…
Making Sense of Biologicals: Biostimulants Still Undefined in Labeling Clarity
…issue is simply the term ‘stimulant’ because regulators believe that word aligns too closely with the pesticide category. Immediate Past President of the Association of American Plant Food Control Officials…
Proposition 12 Challenge Receives State and Federal Support
The Proposition 12 challenge brought by the North American Meat Institute (NAMI) has received significant support. A total of 20 states as well as the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)…
AFBF Priorities Rolling into 2021: Water, Taxes, Trade, Farm Bill
As the 2020 year inches closer to an end, American Farm Bureau won’t stop working on issues facing the agriculture industry. American Farm Bureau Executive Vice President Dale Moore says…
FMC Looking at ‘Responsive Actions’ to Address Container Availability
…industry – the American agricultural industry – is shutting them out of global markets,” said Chairman Khouri. “We are looking into all potential – I repeat – all potential responsive…
Biden Selects Katherine Tai to be Next U.S. Trade Representative
…first Asian American to hold the role of USTR. Tai has served as chief trade counsel for the House Ways and Means Committee since 2017. Prior to that, Tai served…
Reintroducing U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack
…sector is far more complex than most people understand,” American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “He believes in a ‘big tent’ philosophy that supports all…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-10-20
…tying animal agriculture to the pandemic and folks from the American Seed Trade Association are closely watching the transition in Washington. Tune in to the show for these news stories,…