…situation is the hodgepodge of states in which the federal rule is applicable. “This is a deeply troubling state of affairs. A rule this fundamental to the [Clean Water Act’s]…
USDA Outlines Next Steps for Advancing Animal Disease Traceability
…or at-risk animals. This helps avoid unnecessary quarantines that could impact producers’ livelihoods. And by linking to that information instead of housing it ourselves, we maintain our stakeholders’ privacy.” Moving…
Perdue Comments on Signing of New KORUS Trade Agreement
…KORUS agreement that is a better deal for the entire United States economy, including the agricultural sector. This represents an important improvement in trade relations between our two nations, building…
High-Yield Farming May Be Better for Environment Than Previously Believed
High-yield farming techniques appear to be a less intrusive method for agricultural production and a better means of addressing the rising demand for food. According to a study that was…
Multiple Agencies Collaborate to Address HLB
Several different agencies met in Fort Pierce, Florida last month to better coordinate efforts to address HLB. Representatives from the Citrus Research Board (CRB), U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and…
USDA Adds Shelled Almonds and Fresh Sweet Cherry to Market Facilitation Program
…addition, the timeline for hog producers has been extended. Perdue announced in July that USDA would act to aid farmers in response to trade damage from unjustified retaliation. President Trump…
USDA Secretary Working to Empower Local School Leaders and Improve the School Meal Programs
…for our nation’s children, design desirable meals, take better advantage of in-season fruits and vegetables, increase student participation, reduce plate waste, and control costs,” said Cincinnati Public Schools Director of…
Growth Energy Welcomes Congressional Support for Year-Round E15
…Skor says her group is deeply grateful for rural champions who stand united behind a strong RFS and are fighting for better, more affordable options at the fuel pump. “It’s…
Industry Groups Encourage Participation in On-Farm Readiness Reviews
…Agriculture’s (CDFA) educational outreach program. The reviews were part of CDFA’s Produce Safety Program, which is designed to help prepare agricultural operations for compliance with the Food Safety Modernization’s Act (FSMA)…
Water Works: Getting Involved with Your GSA
…Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) that was passed in 2014. The newly created agencies are taking input from various sectors of the community on what the plans will look like,…
The Western View: “Snake-Oil” Weathermen
…wind, perhaps drowned by the intense rain – when two local men in shorts strolled into the scene, walking casually down the street behind him while the actor – excuse…
Tariffs Cause Decline in August Almond Exports
…$147 million. “When you have those kinds of retaliatory tariffs in those markets it will have an impact,” Trevino stated. Over the past 20 years, the almond industry has spent…
Garth Brooks Announces Private Concert for the National FFA Organization
…so important for all involved to make it happen. “The National FFA Convention & Expo is a celebration of our members, and what better way to celebrate by providing them…
USDA Partners to Improve Water and Wastewater Infrastructure for Rural Americans
Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Anne Hazlett announced that USDA is investing $392 million (PDF, 238 KB) to help rebuild and improve rural water and wastewater infrastructure in…