…who receives SNAP deserves an opportunity to become self-sufficient and build a productive, independent life.” Federal law limits the amount of time an able-bodied adult without dependents (ABAWD) can receive…
CFBF Seeks Alternatives to AG Act
…also includes an Agricultural Guestworker Act, or AG Act, which would create a new agricultural visa program. CFBF President Jamie Johansson said the AG Act, in its current form, contains…
Former Cotton and Groundwater Executive Casey Creamer Joins CCM Staff
…as Executive Vice President announces CCM President Joel Nelsen. “Casey grew up on the family’s dairy,” notes Nelsen, “and since then has worked extensively with growers to achieve a better…
Republicans Deliver Letter to Congressional Leadership Calling on Section 199A Changes
…“are necessary to restore the equity in grain marketing and set co-ops and other independent businesses on a more level playing field.” The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act unintentionally created…
Almond Matters: Timely Applications to Extend Bloom
…helping flowers last longer in trees and increasing the opportunity for flowers to be pollinated. Some of the studies conducted demonstrate better results with an aerial application as opposed to…
Plant-based Protein Eaters: It’s About Taste
…indicated that 46 percent of Americans agree that plant-based proteins are better for you than animal-based options. However, Mintel senior analyst Billy Roberts notes that overall consumption of plant-based proteins…
Farm Bureau Statement on AG Act Workforce Legislation
…included the AG Act in pending legislation related to the DACA issue. Chairman Goodlatte’s AG Act would establish a new H-2C agriculture worker program that is far superior to the…
Agri View: Impact of Snow
…In fact, the kids 17, or younger, got there first chance to throw a snowball, or build a snowman, back in early January. It wasn’t much fun to farmers who…
Significant Growth Expected for Ice Cream Sales
…the rising demand for hand-made products comprised of high-quality ingredients. Advances made in packaging providing better convenience are driving demand for take-home products. Many producers are also developing new flavors…
Superfoods Grown in Your Home Garden
…but also, if grown in the garden, they can be eaten fresh and at the height of their power. Not only good for our bodies, but much better for the…
Legislation Designed to Save Pollinators Introduced in House
Representatives Earl Blumenauer of Oregon and Jim McGovern of Massachusetts introduced the Saving America’s Pollinators Act. The legislation is designed to protect the health of honey bees and other critical…
Syngenta Acquires Satellite Imagery Innovator
…as its “Dealer’s Choice for Innovation”, noting the system is “realizing for users the reduction in time and effort to target field scouting activities, better manage (and many times reduce)…
USDA Partners with Dairy Innovation Center
…enhance environmental sustainability in the dairy industry. The pact extends and builds upon a MOU originally signed in 2009. Secretary Perdue signed the MOU with Arizona dairy farmer Paul Rovey,…
Feeding Minds Press Will Focus on Accurate Agriculture Books for Children
…modern agriculture. The stories will show farmers using technology to better grow crops and livestock. We’ve already looked at some stories and we’re excited to move forward.” Feeding Minds Press…