…right diet can mean the difference between a plant that thrives or a plant that dies. If you have a flourishing indoor garden, you know that plants need three main…
Safe Line Speeds During COVID-19 Act Reintroduced
…issued to meatpacking plants by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). Booker explained that meatpacking plants have been a significant source of COVID-19 infections, in part due to increased production…
Industry Groups Call for Funding to Support Ag Export Markets
…for American products. The letter sent to lawmakers also details some of the successes of the MAP and FMD programs in helping support U.S. agriculture’s global competitiveness. The two programs…
U.S. Dairy Groups Call for Reform of Canada’s Administration of TRQ
…suffering due to the management of TRQs, along with American dairy farmers and manufacturers. Dairy groups have been steadily raising the issue of Canada’s implementation of the USMCA. Claims have…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-16-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories including why the definition of ‘first receiver’ is a sticking…
‘First Receiver’ Sticking Point for New Food Safety Rule
…where you are the first receiver and then you can get the exact same product from the exact same company tomorrow and you could not be because they may have outsourced a…
Knowing How You Can Grow a Real Star in the Kitchen
…somewhat spicier and stronger, but with a similar flavor. The plants have much smaller bulbs, if any at all, and have leafier top growth. Those who live in USDA Growing…
Food Traceability Proposed Rule Raises Concerns from Industry Members
…to accomplish it. Using a Global Trade Item Number and lot numbers could prove to be a more effective method for traceback activities. “It’s one phone call and you bounce…
Legislation Introduced to Repeal Federal Estate Tax
…Smith recently introduced the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2021. The bipartisan legislation has the support of nearly 150 lawmakers in both houses of Congress. Multiple agricultural groups have also…
New EPA Administrator Michael Regan Confirmed by Senate
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is officially under new leadership. Michael Regan has been confirmed by the Senate as the 15th EPA Administrator through a vote of 66-34. Regan…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 03-15-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering California avocado marking ramping up with pandemic trends still…
COVID Lockdown Proved Reaching Climate Neutrality Maybe a ‘Daunting Task’
…go to net zero,”adding, “but if a lock down like activity leads to only seven percent reduction than that is a really daunting task.” Listen to the full report below….
California Avocado Marketing Ramping Up with COVID Impacts Remaining
Pandemic trends are still affecting consumers as peak California avocado marketing ramps up. California Avocado Commission Jan DeLyser said despite improvements, they are still seeing consumers cooking at home more…
USDA Seeking Comments on Coronavirus Response Grants
…grant programs supporting food processing, distribution, producers, and other businesses listed in the Consolidated Appropriations Act. Comments regarding the development, coordination and implementation of grant programs can be submitted on…