While the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) negotiations are in between rounds, Mexico and Canada are still busy talking trade. Canada’s Ag Minister just wrapped up a two-day trip…
Oil and Ethanol Supporters Get Together to Talk RFS
…Inhofe wouldn’t reveal any details of a plan he’s working on to address some of those issues. He did say it would have to address the ever-increasing cost of buying…
NRCS Invests 84.6 Million Through EQIP for 2017
…in 2017 to voluntarily create a conservation plan that identifies goals for improving natural resources on their property. The plan outlines possible structural and management solutions to address resource needs….
Bringing Space Technology to Water Needs in California Vineyards
…the ARS researchers plan to develop a daily digital map of evapotranspiration in California’s Central Valley, which includes some of the world’s most productive agricultural lands, at a resolution that…
Chairman Roberts: “Trade Is More Than a Product Crossing a Border”
Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts says “trade is more than a product crossing a border,” in a speech while outlining all facets of seed planted in the U.S. may…
McKinney: Farmers Need NAFTA Backup Plan
Farmers need a backup plan if the U.S. exits the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), according to a top Department of Agriculture official. Ted McKinney, USDA undersecretary for trade…
Agri View: NAFTA Uncertainty
Everett Griner talks about the uncertainty of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in today’s Agri View. NAFTA Uncertainty…
National Produce Consumption Still Significantly Low
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently published a report focused on American produce consumption. The study found that only one in 10 adult consumers are eating the recommended amount…
Celebrating National Poinsettia Day
…Each year on the 12th day of December, people across the United States recognize National Poinsettia Day. The poinsettia plant’s connection to the Christmas season dates back to 16th-century Mexico….
Wool Exports Increase 24 Percent
Wool exports increased 24 percent during the 2017 marketing year. Exports of U.S. wool increased 8.64 million lbs. to total more than 25 million lbs. for the year. The American…
Mend, Don’t End NAFTA
Officials from Canada, Mexico, and the U.S. will begin a technical round of meetings on the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) on Monday. Top negotiating officials aren’t scheduled to…
Canadian Ambassador Optimistic on NAFTA Negotiations
…automobiles from the NAFTA countries won’t work for the U.S. auto industry. “The American auto industry has said the American proposals during the negotiations will make the industry less competitive,”…
Duvall Appointed to White House Trade Advisory Committee
…create jobs for all Americans.” Duvall has been appointed by the president for a four-year term. Established by the 1974 Trade Act, the ACTPN brings together up to 45 individuals…
Christmas Tree Buying Tips
…of a tree you can actually get. Also, don’t forget to grab a little extra rope if you’re planning to tie it down to the roof of your car. Once…