…to persist deep into 2022 as clogged supply chains, labor shortages, and continuing consumer demand pushes costs higher. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation…
Comment Period Open for NEPA Implementation
The Council on Environmental Quality recently announced it will be making updates to regulations implementing the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). In a press release from the White House, the…
Students Leaders Prepare for the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo
…more, visit convention.FFA.org. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. Students Leaders Prepare for the 94th National FFA Convention & Expo…
Sharing the Story of Agriculture with Food and Farm Facts
Fascinating facts about food in America – how and where it is grown and who produces it – are at your fingertips in a new resource produced by the American…
Lawmakers Encourage Ag Research Funding in Budget Legislation
…significant impact that increasing ag research can have on reducing greenhouse gas emissions globally. Of the total investment of $7.75 billion in ag research funding included in the package, $3.65…
USDA Makes $1.15 Billion Available to Access High-Speed Internet
…many people living in rural communities behind, unable to compete in the global economy and without access to the services and resources that all Americans need. These actions will go…
Cattle Contract Library Act Moving Forward
The bipartisan Cattle Contract Library Act of 2021 was recently passed by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee. Several industry groups have levied support for the legislation, including the American Farm…
Global Ag Productivity Growth Off Target for 2050 Demand
…their livelihoods is the most immediate challenge. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. Global Ag Productivity Growth Off Target for…
Vilsack, Villalobos meeting Focused on Trade, ASF and Climate Change
…African swine fever and other animal and plant diseases and pests. The two also addressed climate change, saying, “our farmers, ranchers and producers are on the front lines dealing with…
Plan Ahead for Bountiful Pumpkin Harvest Next Year
…the 70s and the nights are frost-free before planting pumpkins. You’ll also want to add generous amounts of compost or well-rotted manure to the planting area and dig it into…
USDA Appoints New Members to Food Safety Advisory Committee
…in microbiology, risk assessment, epidemiology, public health, food science, and other disciplines. One individual affiliated with a consumer group is included in the membership of the committee. The activities of…
USDA Launches New Effort to Reduce Salmonella Illnesses Linked to Poultry
The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced a stronger and more comprehensive effort to reduce Salmonella illnesses associated with poultry products. The agency is initiating several activities…
Federal Officials Seek Review of Water Management Plans
…result,’” said Bettencourt. “They intend to update their operations plan and that they feel that what they’re updating in those operations plans had not been considered for environmental impact under…
2022 World Ag Expo Chairman Announced
…shop, and learn something new. Tickets are on sale online, and attendees can plan their visit at www.worldagexpo.org. The 55th edition will run Tuesday, February 8 through Thursday, February 10,…