…their ability to obtain, transport and distribute their products; the impact of the disruptions, the most affected products, the steps taken to alleviate disruptions, and how they allocate products among…
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
…a pandemic has altered so many aspects of the way Americans live and work, the Board’s contributions to the industry have been critical,” says Michelle Connelly, Executive Director of California…
Farm Bureau Announces 2022 Convention Keynote Speakers
The American Farm Bureau Federation announced keynote speakers for its upcoming annual convention. Inspirational speaker Jim “Murph” Murphy, founder and chairman of Afterburner, will speak during the afternoon general session…
MPIRG Program Issues $32 Million in Grant Support
…labeling, and food safety requirements needed to achieve a Federal Grant of Inspection under the Federal Meat Inspection Act or the Poultry Products Inspection Act. Grant assistance can also assist…
Farm Real Estate Values Jump Sharply Higher
…the end of 2021. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. Farm Real Estate Values Jump Sharply Higher Sponsored Content CIR…
USDA Begins Accepting Applications for $1.15 Billion in Loans and Grants
…expand access to health care and educational services, and create economic opportunities for millions of rural Americans across the country.” Background: ReConnect Program USDA is making $1.15 billion in funding…
Coordinated Efforts to Address NOW Damage Across Crops
Industry members are making a coordinated effort to address navel orangeworm issues across crop types. President of American Pistachio Growers, Richard Matoian explained that cooperation between commodity groups will be…
Prepare for a fruitful year
Plan ahead to mitigate supply challenges American fruit growers understand that what separates the good years from the great years is often an operation’s ability to overcome adversity. A proactive…
Week in Review: Second Chances with USDA Programs, Build Back Better Moves Forward
…rule to replace the Navigable Waters Protection Rule. Senate Ag Committee Chair Debbie Stabenow applauded the House of Representatives for passing President Biden’s Build Back Better Act. All of the…
Best Plants for Attracting Birds to Your Yard
…to plants that produce plenty of seeds. By growing seedy annuals and perennials in your yard, you’ll save money on birdseed and have beautiful flowers that you’ll enjoy, too. Attract…
Grants Awarded to Strengthen Local and Regional Markets for U.S. Ag Products
…Programs Jenny Lester Moffitt. LAMP was established in the Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (Farm Bill) (Pub. L. No. 115—334) and received a supplemental appropriation through the Consolidated Appropriations Act…
White House Likely to Remove Some Tariffs on China
…and her office is currently taking exclusion requests. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. White House Likely to Remove Some…
Proposed Water Rule a Return to “Overreach”
…provides farmers with clarity about obligations under the Clean Water Act.” The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. Proposed Water Rule…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 11-22-21
…with reports on the latest blueberry referendum and USDA’s latest Rural American at a Glance report. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, recipes, features, and more….