…about farm operators and landlords, and improvements made to farmland and buildings, among other characteristics. The results of this survey will serve as the primary source of information for numerous…
National Agriculture Day Luncheon – Tickets Available
…potential, special activities, personal histories, letters of recommendation, and financial need. American AgCredit has teamed up with the Jimmie Cox Memorial Scholarship to double the award. It is now a…
State Water Project Deliveries Increased Slightly
…the water carried over in SWP reservoirs from 2013 and earlier years. Roughly 25 million Californians and nearly one million acres of irrigated farmland, mostly in Kern and Kings counties,…
Statement of Don Peracchi, President of Westlands Water District, on Bureau of Reclamation’s Allocation Announcement
…more than one million acres of highly productive farmland will once again receive a zero allocation of water this year should make one thing abundantly clear. The federal government’s Central…
Secretary Vilsack and Former Agriculture Secretaries Veneman and Glickman Announce Bipartisan Efforts to Expand Trade
…Dan Glickman (Clinton Administration) today announced new bipartisan efforts to expand trade and boost exports. The secretaries discussed the importance of new trade partnerships that will help to expand American…
Toomey, Feinstein & Flake Legislation Shortsighted Policy
…been introduced in the past and has always failed to gain any traction since a majority of senators understand the importance of homegrown, American renewable fuels. This bill would eviscerate…
DuPont Pioneer Enhances Grower Service and Support
…risk analysis and planting priority tools to make real-time adjustments if weather or other factors interfere with spring planting. At the end of the season, a trusted Pioneer advisor will…
Farmers, Ranchers Call on Capitol Hill to Address Agriculture’s Needs
…the American Farm Bureau Federation’s AFBF Advocacy Conference. Farmers and ranchers representing nearly all commodities from 43 states gathered in Washington, D.C., this week to discuss top policy priorities and…
Almond Hullers & Processors Association Urges Quick Action in Resolving Backlog
…has had more than just a short term economic impact. The shipping delays have dealt a blow to the trust between shippers and buyers, said Covello. Importers and buyers expect…
Organizations Respond to Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee Report
…American diet is already 70-percent plant based – and further emphasizing plant-based diets will continue to have unintended consequences. The National Pork Board reminds Americans that meat – including pork…
USDA Secretary to Keynote Commodity Classic
…hear from them as he visits our trade show,” said American Soybean Association President Wade Cowan. “We’re grateful for his support on the recent farm bill and his leadership on…
Statement by Bob Stallman, President, American Farm Bureau Federation, Regarding Passage of H.R. 636
“America’s farmers and ranchers need reliable tax tools to help them stay competitive in spite of changing weather and fluctuating markets. With the passage of H.R. 636, America’s Small Business…
Tickets are Now on Sale for Farm Night at the Film Festival
Join the San Luis Obispo County Farm Bureau at the 21st Annual San Luis Obispo International Film Festival for a screening of the film Farmland. Tickets are now on sale…
West Coast Port Slowdowns Having Severe Economic Impact on California Almond Industry
…added costs are of course of concern. But of even more concern is the loss of trust between shippers and buyers resulting from these delays and cancellations. Importers and buyers…