…pending Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) as an opportunity to reduce tariffs, address vexing non-tariff challenges to U.S. market share and build a platform for future multilateral trade pacts. “Regardless of the…
Voice of Corn Farmers Amplified at NAFB
…the Trade Talk event, specifically, because of the media contacts and relationships we build,” said Wesley Spurlock, a farmer from Stratford, Texas, and NCGA President. “Farm families listen to their…
NIFA Focus on Two New Projects
…Program, will build on the accomplishments of the national Safety in Agriculture for Youth (SAY) program by increasing curricula and resources available through the SAY online information clearinghouse, enhancing stakeholder…
Dairy Industry Segment Doesn’t Want TPP
…TPP deal will be good for producers because of better access and lower tariffs in growing markets around the world. The DFA says America has exported 15 percent of its…
Ranchers see Better Pastures, Tough Markets
…Without knowing what the coming season will bring, he said he will wait until April or May before he decides whether to rebuild his herd. “I think my numbers are…
Mushroom Council Members Named
…Agriculture administer the program. USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) provides oversight of the Mushroom Council in accordance with the Mushroom Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act of 1990 and the…
A Foundation for the Future of BLM’s Renewable Energy Program
Rule codifies BLM’s Smart from the Start approach, establishes a robust framework for competitive leasing, and increases transparency and certainty Advancing the President’s Climate Action Plan to create jobs, cut…
Growing Quality Tomatoes with Half the Nitrogen and a Third Less Water
…Video from: NRCS California Some people want to build better mousetraps. Jesse Sanchez wants to build better soil. It’s been his goal, his passion, for a long, long time. More…
Cautious Optimism Ahead in Dairy Prices
…dairy farmers are cautiously optimistic the worst may be behind them. “We’re definitely back in some better milk prices,” James said, “and margins look better with lower feed cost.” He…
Soybean Group Wants TPP Vote in Lame-Duck Session
…to be a top priority during the session. The ASA wants the agreement passed so that American farmers and the soybean industry can better take part in the global economy….
Duvall Comments on Election Results
…nation better for all Americans. At Farm Bureau, we will continue to do our part to help identify opportunities for cooperation to improve the lives of rural communities, and all…
West Coast Ports Improving Infrastructure, but More Needed
…operations. All 13 also reported increased costs or a decline in revenues. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: Government Accountability Office WEST COAST PORTS: Better Supply…
September Meat Exports Strong
…January-September export value was down slightly, averaging $49.24. “Red meat exports continued to build positive momentum in September, and it couldn’t come at a better time,” said Philip Seng, USMEF…
States Join Dow-DuPont Merger Probe
…following a merger, and have less incentive to compete to introduce better and cheaper products. The news comes as European Union antitrust regulators halted their scrutiny of the deal last…