…is paid to farmers, there are still problems for farmers. Labor. Even the Latin-American workers, whether there are more-or-less, they are more attracted to other jobs than they are to…
More Than 65,000 Expected in Indianapolis for 2018 National FFA Convention & Expo
…session will be held in Lucas Oil Stadium where American FFA Degrees, the highest degree for an FFA member, will be bestowed upon more than 4,000 FFA members. Throughout the…
Benefits of Fall Planting of Fast-Growing Trees
…Redwood Chilean Mesquite Strawberry Tree Royal Empress American Elm Zelkova Green Ash Weeping Willow Cherry Laurel Lombardy Poplar I’m Cathy Isom… Image credits: (feature) Eucalyptus Gunnii / By Wouter Hagens…
World Food Day: Farmers Committed to Decreasing Global Hunger
The following statement regarding 2018 World Food Day can be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “Farm Bureau joins the world in commemorating 2018 World Food Day….
International Trade Commission to Review USMCA
…replace the North American Free Trade Agreement. Politico reports that the ITC probe, which is required by Congress, formally launched Friday. The Commission has until mid-March to complete its report,…
Trump, XI Likely to Meet at Upcoming G-20
…if the U.S. will even consider lifting $250 billion in tariffs on Chinese imports, which triggered retaliatory tariffs on American imported goods. Despite the U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, the…
Livestock Groups Petition Department of Transportation for Hours of Service Flexibility
…American Farm Bureau Federation, American Beekeeping Federation, American Honey Producers Association, and the National Aquaculture Association. Key Quotes: Kevin Kester “Livestock haulers are highly-trained professionals who take careful steps to…
Environmental Groups: No Farm Bill Better Than Bad Bill
…Major farm groups like the American Farm Bureau and National Farmers Union, along with commodity and conservation groups, are calling on Congress to finish the farm bill this year. But…
Perdue Announces Funding for Socially Disadvantaged and Veteran Farmers and Ranchers
…continue to give back to the American people. These resources will help strengthen the American economy and provide assistance for those who need it most.” Background: The 2501 Program was…
Casey’s Announces Partnership with Prime the Pump
…of ten cars on the road today and American drivers have surpassed five billion miles on it. Nathaniel Doddridge, Casey’s Director of Fuels, says, “We’re excited to partner with Prime…
Tractor Supply Company Shows Support During National 4-H Week
…in 49 states. The company is the largest American retail chain to supply the lifestyle needs of farmers and ranchers, as well as anyone else who enjoys the rural lifestyle….
USDA Appoints Members to Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee
…in bringing quality food to American families and exporting American-grown products around the world,” said Perdue. Originally chartered in 2001, the FVIAC advises the Secretary of Agriculture on issues affecting…
Secretary Perdue Comments on USMCA
…hard work.” Fact Sheets: USMCA trade fact sheet on Strengthening North American Trade in Agriculture. USMCA trade fact sheet on Market Access and Dairy Outcomes. Source: USDA Foreign Agricultural Service…
U.S., Canada Trade Officials Discussing Next Steps
The U.S. and Canada are discussing the next steps for approving the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement that will replace the North American Free Trade Agreement. U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer visited Canada…